Learning & Development Manager – North America
Role Overview
As the Learning & Development Manager at Vallourec, you will lead the strategic development of learning initiatives, partnering closely with business leaders to identify capability gaps and ensuring learning solutions align with organizational priorities. Based in Houston, TX, this role requires approximately 25% travel for in-person learning events and collaboration with regional teams and partners.
Key Responsibilities
Develop and execute the L&D strategy for behavioral learning and leadership programs aligned with organizational needs.
Conduct needs assessments to identify leadership capability gaps and recommend appropriate solutions.
Serve as a strategic advisor to HR, Talent Management, and business leaders on leadership development best practices.
Design, deliver, and facilitate engaging learning experiences, including in-person workshops, virtual sessions, blended learning paths, and leadership programs.
Create tools, guides, and job aids to reinforce learning and drive behavior change.
Partner with HRBPs and Talent Management to embed learning into the talent lifecycle (onboarding, performance, succession).
Recommend coaching, mentoring, and experiential learning solutions to accelerate growth.
Support change management initiatives by designing learning solutions that strengthen adoption and capability.
Oversee one direct report responsible for LMS administration and optimization, instructional design and content development, data, compliance, and audit accuracy, and learning reporting and analytics.
Define metrics and track effectiveness of learning programs, presenting insights and recommendations to leadership.
Build strong relationships with department leaders to understand business priorities and recommend targeted learning solutions.
Communicate learning offerings through engaging campaigns and internal channels.
Manage external vendors and consultants as needed to supplement content or facilitation capabilities.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, Marketing, Communications, or related field; equivalent experience considered.
Certifications in leadership development tools, methodologies, and courses (e.g., Crucial Conversations, MBTI, DiSC, Situational Leadership) highly preferred.
8+ years of experience in Learning & Development, Organizational Development, or Talent Management.
Demonstrated experience designing and facilitating leadership and learning programs.
Experience with instructional design principles and adult learning theory.
Experience with LMS platforms, blended learning solutions, and digital learning tools.
Familiarity with coaching methodologies or formal coaching certification.
Strong presentation, facilitation, and communication skills.
Ability to partner with senior leaders and influence decision-making.
Ability to analyze learning data and measure impact.
Preferred Qualifications
English language required, Spanish, French or Portuguese as a second language is a plus.
What Sets You Apart
We're looking for individuals who bring the right mix of experience, mindset, and motivation:
Clear communication and constructive feedback.
Effective collaboration and contribution to team success.
Adaptability and proactive mindset.
Accountability and initiative in work.
Reliability and pride in performance.
Attention to detail and continuous improvement.
Shared learning and development of others.