Training Consultant- GROWMARK, Inc. - Bloomington, IL

SALARY RANGE: $88,950.00 - $122,325.00 

GROWMARK is an agricultural cooperative serving almost 400,000 customers across North America, providing agronomy, energy, facility engineering and construction, and logistics products and services, as well as grain marketing and risk management services. Headquartered in Bloomington, Illinois, GROWMARK owns the FS trademark, which is used by its member cooperatives. GROWMARK also owns and operates SEEDWAY, the largest full-line seed company in the United States. More information is available at growmark.com.

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Develops, facilitates, and coordinates training and learning sessions for Senior Leadership, General Manager, and Executive roles.

Creates and maintains a culture of support, collaboration, excellence, and achievement.

Leverages Success Factors HR software to gather talent data, develop reports, and analyze trends.

Conducts needs analysis to identify gaps and solutions at the individual, team and organizational levels (e.g. through interviews, focus groups, data collections and analysis).

Guides change-related initiatives and communication plans associated with the execution of new deliverables.

Provides coaching to managers, supervisors and teams on development best practices.

Provides counsel to managers, supervisors, and employees on training programs utilizing in-house and outside sources. Identifies, directs, and assesses outside instructors, speakers, and consultants as necessary to conduct effective supervisory programs.

OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS

Follows GROWMARK’s Code of Conduct and Corporate Compliance Program, Environmental Health and Safety, OSHA and DOT policies and procedures, as they apply. 

Responsible for encouraging, supporting, and promoting innovative practices, ideas, and technologies within the team.

Performs all other duties as assigned. 

REQUIREMENTS

Normally requires a bachelor’s degree in human resources, education, business, or business-related discipline. 10+ years of corporate training or related professional learning & development experience, with 3-5 years of System or human resource work experience to demonstrate knowledge of business development needs. Master’s degree preferred or work toward PHR, SPHR, CPLP or other HR or Training Designations.

Normally requires 2-3 years of proven team building skills including staffing, coaching, performance evaluation, etc. and the ability to achieve results through others.

Understanding and experience in planning, researching, developing, presenting, and assessing training activities and programs along with instructional design including training focus, needs analysis, content development, and technological proficiency.

Experience implementing organizational change models, consulting with senior leaders on strategies for change management, and applying ADKAR methodology is preferred.

Proven excellence in professional communications, presentation, persuasion, and facilitation skills; in person and virtual instructor lead.

Demonstrates essential abilities including business knowledge, collaboration, communication, customer focus, decision making and skill development.

Comprehensive knowledge of instructional design best practices, techniques and delivery methods. Able to successfully develop curriculum, content, and evaluation models for deployment through multiple methods within learning programs.

Highly developed communication, interpersonal and leadership skills. Proven ability to partner effectively with leadership and stakeholders to meet business objectives. 

Experience with learning development software. Ability and desire to learn and understand new technologies and tools. 

Occasionally required to work at varying heights.

Frequently required to work extended hours, along with lifting and moving objects of 21 – 50 lbs.

Must have and maintain a valid driver’s license with satisfactory driving record, in addition to maintaining a valid Passport, be able to travel independently, frequently, and overnight when necessary.

Ability and willingness to participate in required training that may include education on GROWMARK’s policies and procedures and additional training as it relates to the requirements of the position. 

At GROWMARK, we are dedicated to supporting the long-term financial well-being of our employees through a fully funded pension, a cornerstone benefit that ensures security for the future. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, along with a variety of supplemental plans like accident, critical illness, disability, hospital indemnity, and identity theft protection. To promote a healthy work-life balance, employees enjoy generous paid time off (PTO), paid holidays, and parental leave, giving you time to recharge and focus on what matters most. Additionally, our 401(k) plan with company matching helps you plan for retirement, while our free Employee Assistance Program (EAP) supports your overall well-being. Whether you're starting your career, balancing family life, or planning for retirement, our company is committed to providing employees with a comprehensive and competitive Total Rewards package that meets your needs at every stage. Benefits eligibility may vary depending on the position.

Actual compensation will be determined based on experience, location, and other factors permitted by law.  In addition to base pay, certain roles may be eligible for bonuses, incentives, and commissions.

We are an equal opportunity employer, including protected veterans and qualified individuals with disabilities. Employment may be contingent upon receipt of an acceptable and job-related background check, drug test, motor vehicle report, and/or reference check, as applicable and permissible by law.