Learning Consultant - Chicago or Decatur, IL or Erlanger, KY

Job Description

Learning Consultant – Chicago or Decatur, IL. or Erlanger, KY.

Job Summary:
The Learning Consultant helps execute the Learning & Development strategy by designing and delivering learning solutions aligned with business needs. They collaborate with stakeholders, identify performance gaps, and deliver impactful solutions that drive business value.

This position reports to the Director, Learning and Development. Our preference is Decatur or Chicago, IL. or Erlanger, KY. however we will consider candidates that are located out of any major U.S. ADM facility/office (no remote work-option is available).

Key Responsibilities:

• The Learning Consultant supports Learning Directors and Learning Partners in the execution of the Learning & Development strategy through consulting and delivery on appropriate learning solutions
• They help apply the understanding of key business priorities/processes and internal and external best practices to learning solutions
• Partners with key stakeholders to identify performance needs and gaps, collaborates with design experts and the operational support team on desired performance and business outcomes
• Develops and maintains strong business relationships and learn from and apply insights from an integrated learning network
• Success in this role depends on a candidate's ability to apply adult learning theory in their area of responsibility, collaborate with others to design and deliver high impact learning solutions, and deliver business value through learning interventions
• Assist in determining learning strategies and plans based on identified needs and gaps to achieve business strategy
• Provide critical input to the curriculum design and development team responsible for overall planning of learner experiences and solutions
• Ensure these deliverables drive business relevance and impact and provide a modern, compelling learning experience
• Deliver training and facilitate training content to first and second line leaders
• Measure and report impact of learning programs against set metrics
• Use data and feedback to continuously improve training solutions and outcomes

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Psychology, Organizational Development or related field, with 5 years or related experience
• At least 2+ years of leadership experience and minimum 1 year of experience facilitating/ delivering learning solutions
• Ability to engage with colleagues around business goals and outcomes, and support decision-making that aligns with the company’s objectives
• Ability to work with individuals and groups in a constructive and collaborative manner, including the ability to build and maintain critical networks and collaborative relationships
• Experience in applying concepts and practices of adult learning to meet the dynamic needs of the business
• Experience in assessing competency gaps and identifying what people need to learn for successful individual and organizational performance
• Ability to leverage data driven insights to drive decisions
• Project planning and project management experience
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present ideas in a clear and engaging manner. Good at listening and asking questions to understand others' viewpoints and gather useful insights
• Ability to travel up to 40% of the time
• Must have a valid drivers license

Before applying for an exempt, non-exempt or hourly job opportunity, you are expected to initiate a discussion and share your intentions with your supervisor.  * If you’ve been in your current position for more than 18 months, supervisor approval is not required.  * If you’ve been in your current position for less than 18 months, verbal supervisor approval is required.  
​Hiring Manager-  Nadine Van Veen  ​
Recruiter-  Karen Kremer

 

City

Decatur

State

IL - Illinois

Location Country

United States

About ADM

At ADM, we unlock the power of nature to provide access to nutrition worldwide. With industry-advancing innovations, a complete portfolio of ingredients and solutions to meet any taste, and a commitment to sustainability, we give customers an edge in solving the nutritional challenges of today and tomorrow. We’re a global leader in human and animal nutrition and the world’s premier agricultural origination and processing company. Our breadth, depth, insights, facilities and logistical expertise give us unparalleled capabilities to meet needs for food, beverages, health and wellness, and more. From the seed of the idea to the outcome of the solution, we e