Contract Instructional Designer

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Introduction: This role is primarily accountable for the design of a global training program to support one Magna Procurement strategy and standards. This role will work across Divisions Groups and business experts to align a program that sets consistent baseline knowledge and strengthens commercial performance.

Responsibilities:

Program Design

• Consult with Business SMEs and Learning and Development (L&D) Team to conduct training needs assessment and identify critical knowledge and skills required for a set of key procurement roles.
• Define a scalable global training curriculum for each procurement role in accordance with Magna L&D design principles and standards.
• Design and develop training content (ex. presentation material participant material facilitator guides manager guides job aids etc.) following the ADDIE model including a feedback process from SMEs and critical Stakeholders at important design milestones.
• Using a blended approach leverage up to date learning technology and multimedia tools (ex. Content authoring tools virtual classroom simulations adaptive learning tools audio video and graphics etc.)
• Establish a process for maintaining and updating training material to ensure content is kept up to date including any regional content customizations and language translations.
• Act as the central point of contact to manage the overall project and coordinate cross-group training activities.
• Establish a Procurement intranet site as a central entry point for all procurement related training and resources.
• Establish a Procurement communication hub to share relevant information to division/group/category
• Set up training evaluations consistent with L&D tools and processes at all levels of the Kirkpatrick model and identify areas for improvement based on evaluation results.

Vendor Management (if applicable)

• Collaborate with external partners to deliver quality content that aligns to the program learning objectives L&D design principles standards and overall L&D strategy.
• Work with external eLearning providers as needed to curate content to compliment the program curricula.

Knowledge and Education

• Practical experience and expertise in Procurement and / or Supply Chain
• Expertise in adult learning principles instructional design process learning evaluation and methods for measuring learning outcomes.
• University degree or college diploma in Business Human Resources Adult Education or related experience
• Expertise in content authoring video creation and graphics software (ex. Articulate 360 video creation/editing tools Adobe Captivate and other graphic design tools)
• Proficiency with MS Office 360 applications

Work Experience:

• 5 years experience in an Instructional Design role
• 5 years experience in Supply Chain Management and / or Procurement.
• Experience working in complex de-centralized or matrix multinational organizations an asset.
• Experience in the automotive industry or manufacturing sector.

Skills and Competencies

• Enjoy a hands-on approach to working in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.
• Able to translate broad or complex concepts into simple practical terms for all types of audiences.
• Strong communication skills - verbal and written.
• Able to work through ambiguity and uncertainty to achieve objectives.
• Strong analytical skills
• Strong project management and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple workstreams and consistently meet deadlines.
• Detail-oriented and committed to creating high-quality and engaging learning experiences.

Work Environment:

• Normal office environment
• Enjoy working collaboratively on a cross-functional global team.
• Low demand for business travel (up to 5%)

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