Job Description

The Opportunity:

As the Manager of Leadership Development, you'll play a key role in designing, implementing, and managing programs that enhance leadership capabilities across our organization. Reporting to the Director of Talent Development & DEI, you will collaborate with senior leaders and HR teams to create and deliver strategies that cultivate high-performing leaders aligned with our Maple Leaf Leadership Values.
 

In this role, you'll oversee the development of leadership pathways, succession planning strategies, and training programs that support leaders at all levels. Your innovative approach and deep understanding of leadership principles will help us build a strong pipeline of internal leaders.
 

Any MLF team member interested in being considered for this role are encouraged to apply online by *. Applications received beyond that date are not guaranteed consideration.

Snapshot of a Day-in-the-Life:

• Strategic Vision: Develop and execute a strategic vision for leadership development that aligns with our culture and leadership expectations across all levels, including emerging leaders, mid-level, and executives.
• Program Design & Implementation: Create and manage dynamic leadership development programs and initiatives to identify, nurture, and support high-potential leaders. Implement programs to build a robust and diverse leadership pipeline.
• Program Management: Lead and support the management of coaching, mentoring, and sponsorship programs.
• Collaboration: Partner with subject matter experts, vendors, and cross-functional teams to build, deliver, and optimize leadership development solutions.
• Facilitation: Design and deliver engaging, impactful in-person and virtual experiences for leaders and teams.
• Performance Metrics: Develop and execute measurement strategies to assess the effectiveness of leadership programs, using feedback and data to drive continuous improvement.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Communicate and liaise effectively with key stakeholders, developing communication plans and change management strategies. Support the management of the Leadership Capabilities framework across Maple Leaf.
• Innovation: Stay current on leadership trends and best practices, integrating emerging learning technologies to enhance program delivery.
• Project Management: Manage project plans, timelines, and resources to ensure successful program execution.
• Blueprint Alignment: Ensure leadership development initiatives align with our Leadership Values outlined in the Maple Leaf Blueprint. Collaborate with senior leadership to embed leadership development into performance management.
• Leadership Capabilities Integration: Embed our Leadership Capabilities Strategic Thinking, Agility and Change Leadership, Growth Mindset, Executional Excellence, and Emotional Intelligence into all leadership development programs.
• Leadership Pathways: Develop clear leadership pathways and succession planning strategies to ensure a strong pipeline of future leaders. Track leadership growth and succession readiness, creating a pathway for internal and diverse talent into key roles.
• Participant Engagement: Foster a culture of continuous learning and development, encouraging leaders to engage with and benefit from leadership programs. Promote knowledge sharing and collaboration through formal and informal learning networks.

What You ll Bring:

• Leadership Development Expertise: Proven experience in designing and facilitating leadership development programs.
• Strategic Thinking: Ability to think strategically and align leadership initiatives with business goals.
• Agility and Change Leadership: Adaptability to manage evolving priorities and lead change effectively.
• Growth Mindset: Commitment to continuous learning and development, with a focus on innovation and best practices.
• Executional Excellence: Strong project management skills to deliver high-quality outcomes on time.
• Emotional Intelligence: Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to build strong relationships and engage diverse stakeholders.
• Collaboration: Ability to work collaboratively with senior leadership, HR, and cross-functional teams.
• Performance Management: Expertise in tracking and measuring program effectiveness using data and metrics.
• Facilitation Skills: Strong presentation skills to facilitate leadership development sessions and workshops.
• Innovation: A creative mindset to develop and implement innovative programs and solutions.
• Stakeholder Management: Ability to build strong relationships with key stakeholders across the organization.
• Program Management: Proven ability to manage complex projects and programs, ensuring timely and high-quality delivery.
• Coaching and Development: Passion for coaching and developing others, with a focus on building a diverse and inclusive talent pipeline.
• Adaptability: Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, with a positive and resilient approach.

What We Offer at Maple Leaf Foods:

• Being part of a high-performance, people-focused company that has an inspiring and unique vision to become the most sustainable protein company on earth, and a deep commitment to sustainable protein across North America.
• An inclusive company culture and a work environment that keeps our people safe, rewards excellence, and empowers everyone to learn and contribute their best.
• A hybrid work model that embraces remote work for eligible roles, helping team members achieve work-life balance combining the best of both spending time working remotely, benefitting from focus time, and purposeful collaboration in the office setting. 
• Competitive Health and Wellness benefits that offer flexibility to meet your individual or family needs, including programs focused on improving mental health and wellbeing. These benefits start on your first day of employment.
• Defined Contribution Pension Plan with company matching that starts on your first day of employment.
• Learning and development opportunities, including workshops, speaker series events, and resources that allow you to develop your skills and progress your career.
• Comprehensive tuition reimbursement program that supports continuous learning and development of our team members through investment in eligible degrees, diplomas, professional certification, or trades programs.
• Supporting our deep commitment to community impact, we offer up to two paid days annually to volunteer at a cause of your choice.