Global Training Program Manager Cargo

Swissport International AG; Remote; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A global airport services leader is seeking a Global Training Program Manager Cargo to develop training strategies for business initiatives around the world. The successful candidate will oversee the training process, collaborate with stakeholders, and design various training methods. The role requires strong project management skills, excellent training facilitation abilities, and a solid background in the aviation industry. Proficiency in English is a must, with additional languages preferred.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of previous experience in Learning, TM/OD or HR.
• Proven training program management experience in large-scale projects.
• Experience in the aviation industry and cargo import/export training.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the global learning process from design to evaluation.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to define training strategies.
• Develop and maintain training project plans including budget and timelines.

Skills

Strong project management skills

Excellent training facilitation and presentation skills

Proficiency in instructional design methodologies

Strong communication skills

Change management knowledge

Tools

E-learning authoring tools

Learning management systems

Job description

Global Training Program Manager Cargo

Location: UK, Spain, Africa, Global fully remote

Reporting to: Head of Technical Training

About Swissport

We are a global leader in sustainable and responsible airport services provision, renowned for our unwavering commitment to safety, operational excellence, and exceptional service, shaping a future where air travel thrives on reliability, efficiency, and experience.

In 2023, with the support of more than 60,000 colleagues, Swissport provided best-in-class airport ground services for some 232 million airline passengers and handled roughly 4.7 million tons of air freight at 115 cargo centres. Across a global network that is unparalleled in the industry, Swissport served airlines at 286 airports in 44 countries across six continents.

The culture of Swissport is shaped by our corporate values, which guide our actions and decision‑making processes. These values are at the core of our culture, shaping our business and underpinning our commitment to measuring our impact. They capture the essence of who we are at Swissport and help us deliver value across the entire company.

“Show You Care”underlines that our actions are perceived and valued from the perspective of the people around us. So, whatever we do, we do it purposefully and consciously, taking in the perspective of our colleagues, customers, and passengers.

“Doing the right things”means that we do the things that are valuable to our colleagues, customers, and passengers. We are trained to do this safely and trusted to do the right thing in any given situation.

“Win as a Team”highlights the importance of teamwork. Either we win as a team, or we fall as individuals. Together, we can surpass ourselves and handle any situation.

These values capture the essence of who we are and our unwavering commitment to excellence, and give actionable guidance for individual behaviour of employees, leaders, and executives, serving as a compass for how to act and deliver.

Job Summary

The Global Training Program Manager Cargo is responsible for developing and executing training strategies for prioritized business initiatives. This role requires a deep understanding of training methodologies, strong project management skills, and expertise in deploying programs across multiple locations worldwide.

Job Responsibilities

• Own the global end-to-end learning process from analysis, design and development, delivery, feedback, evaluation and impact measurement of prioritized training initiatives and programs
• Collaborate with key stakeholders to define the overall business and training strategies, objectives, regulations, roadmaps and scope for the project implementation, including key Transformation and Operations Teams
• Develop and maintain training project plans, including budget, timelines, milestones and resource allocation
• Design a blended learning approach that incorporates various training methods, including instructor‑led trainings, e‑learning modules, video demonstrations, train‑the‑trainers, job aids, evaluations, and knowledge retention mechanisms
• Work with Swissport instructional designers and learning organizations and third party providers to develop and execute training programs and workshops
• Coordinate training logistics, including scheduling sessions, securing training venues or virtual platforms, managing participant registrations and tracking and reporting training progress, attendance and completion
• Lead train‑the‑trainers with identified regional trainers/super users to equip them with the necessary content, knowledge and confidence needed to lead the implementation and training of initiatives and programs within their areas of responsibility
• Conduct engaging and effective training sessions for all identified groups, both in person and through virtual platforms
• Track key metrics and business performance to evaluate efficacy and impact of programs and learner experiences, and implement necessary continuous improvement enhancements
• Keep abreast of current trends in adult learning methodologies, training development and delivery methods

Translate training and related documentation for worldwide deployments

Qualifications and Competencies

• 8+ years of previous experience in Learning, TM/OD and/or HR
• Proven experience as a training program manager, or similar role in large‑scale training and talent management projects
• Aviation industry is essential, cargo import / export training experience
• Strong project management skills, including the ability to manage multiple stakeholders, priorities and large, multi‑year projects to ensure budgets, schedules and performance criteria are met
• Excellent training facilitation and presentation skills, both in person and virtually
• Proficiency in instructional design methodologies and adult learning principles
• Familiarity with e‑learning authoring tools and learning management systems

Strong communication skills, with the ability to professionally interact with a diverse blend of personality types at all levels of the organization

Customer centric, identifying and anticipating customer requirements, expectations and needs

Strong attention to detail and able to grasp the big picture

Change management knowledge and experience is highly desirable

Experience in aviation, operations, transportation, manufacturing, or service industry is preferred

Full proficiency in English is a must. Other languages, such as Spanish, German or French, are a plus

This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.