Head of Leadership Development

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ArbeitgeberMETRO AG
Postleitzahl
OrtDüsseldorf
Bundesland
Gepostet am27.09.2024
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Stellenbeschreibung

As a leading international food wholesaler, we at METRO are specialized in catering to the needs of hotels, restaurants, caterers (HoReCa), independent merchants (Traders), and more. With >15 million customers worldwide, our unique multichannel mix offers the flexibility of purchasing goods in-store or via our digitally connected Food Service Distribution (FSD) delivery. In addition, we are continuously expanding our international online marketplace, METRO MARKETS, to meet the needs of our professional customers. We furthermore take pride in our commitment to sustainability which is considered in all our actions and being listed in various sustainability indices and rankings for years is proof for our dedication (e. g. MSCI, CDP). With our business operations spanning 32 countries, over 90,000 employees worldwide and generating sales of around €30 billion in the fiscal year 2022/23, we are determined to continue our journey to growth.

At METRO, we have set ourselves ambitious goals with our “sCore” growth strategy which is closely accompanied by our Fundamentals. These shared values provide us with rules of conduct that are binding for everyone at METRO, in all countries and companies. Our commitment to wholesale is at the forefront of our mission, and we are constantly striving to improve. With our ONE METRO spirit, everyone stands together, bringing curiosity, determination, courage, drive, commitment, and trust. Find out more about METRO at careers.metroag.de.


    As the Head of Leadership Development, you will play a key role in translating our sCore strategy into impactful learning solutions that develop effective leaders and build a robust talent pipeline. Your work will directly shape the future of our leaders and contribute to a unified leadership culture at METRO through international talent development programs and global leadership initiatives.


    Key Responsibilities:

    • Drive Global Leadership Initiatives: Develop and implement leadership programs, including the Women Leadership Development Program and coordinate Leadership Success Factors implementation.
    • Align Leadership Content: Ensure all programs reflect METRO Leadership Success Factors and current business needs.
    • Measure Impact: Establish and apply KPIs to evaluate program effectiveness.
    • Engage Stakeholders: Build strong relationships with senior leaders throughout global organization to ensure buy-in and alignment.
    • Manage Resources: Oversee budgets and select external partners to enhance program delivery.
    Skills:

    • Expertise in Leadership Development: Mastery in the latest leadership development models and professional learning methods.
    • Strategic Mindset: Ability to connect business challenges with learning/talent development solutions.
    • Innovative Thinking: Creative and pragmatic problem-solving abilities.
    • Self-Organization: Strong self-management and organizational skills.


    • Master's degree in Industrial Psychology, Business Administration, or related field.
    • 5-10 years of experience in developing and managing leadership programs.
    • Proven expertise in leadership development, adult learning methods, and data-driven decision-making.
    • Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.

    What we offer:

    • To be part of a fast-growing international team that has significant scaling ambitions across multiple markets.
    • Work-Life Balance: Trusted working hours, 30 days of vacation and home office options
    • Further training: A comprehensive further training offer over an own training team as well as an own annual training budget
    • Well-being: Health programs, a free fitness studio on our campus and regular employee events
    • Comfort: Very good public transport connections and free parking spaces including charging facilities for e-mobility. A canteens with a varied selection of meals and discounts in our stores and at many partner companies