Manager Training & Development - Military veterans preferred

Advanced Drainage Systems

EEO Statement:

Advanced Drainage Systems is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.


Manager Training & Development

US-OH-Hilliard

Job ID: 2025-19446
Type: Regular Full-Time
# of Openings: 1
Category: HR
Advanced Drainage Systems

Overview

Advanced Drainage Systems is a leading manufacturer of stormwater and onsite septic wastewater solutions, committed to sustainability and innovation. With a vast manufacturing and distribution network, we deliver high-quality products across multiple industries while recycling over half a billion pounds of plastic annually. At ADS, we foster a culture where diverse perspectives drive better ideas, ensuring every employee feels valued, heard, and empowered to make an impact.

Responsibilities

We are seeking a dynamic and forward-thinking Manager, Training & Development to lead our learning initiatives during a period of transformative change. This role is critical in shaping the future of our operational training strategy, with a strong emphasis on developing scalable learning tools, overseeing new hire and recurring functional training programs, and leading a high-performing team. The ideal candidate will bring a strategic mindset, a passion for learning, and a proven ability to deliver impactful training solutions in a fast-paced, evolving environment.

 

Job Responsibilities included but not limited to:

• Strategic Alignment & Transformation – Collaborate with cross-functional leaders to align learning strategies with organizational transformation efforts.
• Program Design & Innovation – Lead the design, development, and execution of innovative learning tools and training programs that support the evolving needs of the Order Management operational teams.
• Scalability & Business Impact – Promote scalable training solutions that align with company-wide strategic objectives and directly address key performance metrics, including order accuracy, call quality, order processing time, and overall customer service excellence.
• Team Leadership & Delivery Oversight – Manage a team responsible for delivering training classes and material, ensuring consistency, quality, and alignment with business goals.
• Needs Assessment & Gap Analysis – Conduct needs assessments to identify skill gaps and develop targeted learning interventions.
• Training Model Development – Develop and implement a learning business partner model to ensure consistent training delivery across the organization.
• Learning Culture & Engagement – Foster a culture of continuous learning through coaching, mentoring, and feedback.
• Change Management & Capability Building – Build organizational capability in change management and performance development.
• Leadership & Technical Development – Champion a learner-centric approach that supports leadership development, technical skill-building, and cultural alignment.
• Measurement & Continuous Improvement – Utilize data and metrics to evaluate training effectiveness and inform continuous improvement.
• Flexibility & Cross-Functional Support – Flexibly respond to evolving business needs by performing additional responsibilities and special projects as assigned. This may include supporting cross-functional initiatives, contributing to organizational transformation efforts, or stepping in to assist with urgent training and development priorities.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree required; master’s degree or professional certification preferred
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in training, learning & development, or employee relations
• Demonstrated experience in designing and implementing learning tools for operational teams
• Proven leadership in managing direct reports and overseeing training programs
• Strong background in management training, performance development, and change management
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to influence at all levels
• Strategic thinker with a track record of managing complex projects and delivering results
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to present insights and recommendations to senior leadership

 

Preferred Experience:

• Designing and evaluating learning programs
• Driving performance improvement initiatives
• Managing organizational knowledge and change
• Delivering training and facilitating learning sessions

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EEO Statement

ADS supports an inclusive workplace that values diversity of thought, experience, and background. We celebrate the power of our differences to create better solutions for our customers by ensuring employees can be their authentic selves each day. ADS is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, pregnancy, veteran status, marital status, creed, status with regard to public assistance, genetic status or any other status protected by federal, state or local law.

EEO StatementADS supports an inclusive workplace that values diversity of thought, experience, and background. We celebrate the power of our differences to create better solutions for our customers by ensuring employees can be their authentic selves each day. ADS is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, pregnancy, veteran status, marital status, creed, status with regard to public assistance, genetic status or any other status protected by federal, state or local law.



Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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