Deputy General Manager – Learning & Development

Job Title: Deputy General Manager – Learning & Development Company: Gokaldas Exports Limited Job Category: SAP SUCCESSFACTORS LMS Roles & Responsibilities: Job Title: Deputy General Manager – Learning \& Development Role Summary We are seeking a dynamic Learning \& Development (L\&D) leader to design and deliver a comprehensive learning strategy aligned with business goals. The role will partner closely with HR Business Partners (HRBP) and the business to identify capability gaps and drive impactful learning interventions across both technical and soft skills domains . This role requires strong expertise in learning design, program management, and stakeholder collaboration to build scalable and future\-ready learning solutions. Key Responsibilities * Develop and implement enterprise\-wide learning strategy and roadmap * Build annual learning calendar aligned with business priorities * Design learning frameworks covering leadership, behavioral, and technical competencies * Ensure learning solutions are aligned to organizational capability building * Partner with HRBPs and business leaders to identify learning needs * Conduct training needs analysis (TNA) across functions * Act as a trusted advisor to stakeholders on capability development * Align learning interventions with business KPIs and performance outcomes 3\. Program Management * Lead end\-to\-end learning program lifecycle (design → execution → evaluation) * Manage multiple learning initiatives across functions and geographies * Track program effectiveness using KPIs, feedback, and ROI metrics * Ensure timely delivery of programs within budget and timelines 4\. Stakeholder \& Vendor Management * Work closely with internal stakeholders (CXOs, Business Heads, HRBPs) * Partner with external learning vendors, consultants, and platforms * Manage vendor selection, contracts, and quality of delivery * Learning Strategy \& Instructional Design * Stakeholder \& Business Partnering * Program \& Project Management * Strong executive presence, facilitation and communication skills * Knowledge of LMS, e\-learning tools and methodologies (like adult learning, action learning) * Analytical mindset with focus on learning impact measurement Key Deliverables * Annual Learning Calendar * Capability Building Frameworks * Learning Programs (Leadership \+ Technical) * Stakeholder Satisfaction \& Business Impact Metrics * Learning Effectiveness Reports Work Location: Greater Bengaluru Area Availability: Full time

Experience Education * MBA / Postgraduate in HR, Learning, or related field * Certifications in Learning \& Development / Instructional Design (preferred) Key Skills \& Competencies Key Skills: LMS Salary: Not disclosed