You may know McCormick as a leader in herbs, spices, seasonings, and condiments – and we’re only getting started. At McCormick, we’re always looking for new people to bring their unique flavor to our team.

McCormick employees – all 14,000 of us across the world – are what makes this company a great place to work.

We are looking to hire an SR MANAGER LEARNING & DEVELOPMENT immediately in a Hybrid (50/50) capacity at our Global Headquarters in Hunt Valley, Maryland.

What We Bring To The Table

The best people deserve the best rewards. In addition to the benefits you’d expect from a global leader (401k, health insurance, paid time off, etc.) we also offer:

• Competitive compensation
• Career growth opportunities
• Flexibility and Support for Diverse Life Stages and Choices
• We prioritize our communities and the planet we share. We are proud to be awarded as a Diversity Inc. Top 50 company for Diversity and have multiple Sustainability awards (ranking #22 in the World and #1 in Food Products)
• Wellbeing programs including Physical, Mental and Financial wellness
• Tuition assistance

About The Role

Reporting to the Global L&D Director, the Senior L&D Manager will partner closely with HR and business leaders to create, design, and implement impactful learning initiatives that bridge skills gaps needed to drive future growth. Formulates, designs and implements programs to support global talent management objectives and accelerate capability throughout the organization.

In this role, the Senior Manager will lead multiple high-impact L&D projects with a global scope and long-range organizational impact. Delivers/facilitates both in-person and virtual training sessions, develops engaging communication strategies to drive program adoption and compliance, while tracking, measuring, and reporting on program effectiveness to ensure continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Contribute to Learning Strategy and Alignment
  • Partner with business executives and senior leaders to understand, anticipate, and shape organizational learning needs. Drive the alignment of learning and development initiatives with global business and talent management strategies. Serve as the primary learning contact for the Americas, ensuring regional needs are integrated into global plans.
• Manage and Oversee Global Learning Portfolio
  • Lead a portfolio of global learning projects, ensuring they align with broader business and talent objectives. Establish and monitor project goals, deliverables, and timelines, ensuring high-impact, measurable outcomes that support organizational growth and development.
• Lead Curriculum Design and Learning Operations
  • Oversee the design, evolution, and delivery of programs, ensuring they foster progressive, cumulative skill-building. Manage learning standards, operations, and the selection of technologies, including synchronous and asynchronous eLearning. Drive program visibility, engagement, and success by setting clear metrics and evaluating effectiveness.
• External Vendor and Internal Trainer Management
  • Select, negotiate with, and manage external vendors to supplement internal capabilities. Own and implement a “Train the Trainer” approach to build and sustain a strong internal network of qualified trainers. Provide guidance and indirect mentorship to global L&D professionals, supporting their development and enhancing overall team capabilities.
• Drive Functional Learning Integration
  • Collaborate with the Global Learning Director to integrate functional learning initiatives, ensuring they complement and reinforce global learning strategies. Facilitate knowledge sharing and alignment across functions.
• Lead Global Learning Network
  • Coordinate a global network of McCormick L&D and HR professionals to share best practices, align on strategy, and collaborate on initiatives. Act as a central figure in the Global Learning Network, fostering cross-regional collaboration and consistency in learning practices.
• Budget Management and Process Ownership
  • Act as the process owner for budgeting, forecasting, and financial control. Ensure efficient use of resources and alignment with strategic priorities, while maintaining transparency and accountability in budget oversight.

Key Qualifications

• Educational Background
  • Bachelor’s degree in Instructional Systems Design, Organizational Development, Psychology, Business, Education, or a related field. Familiarity with Learning Experience Platform (LXP) eg. Degreed is a strong asset.
• Experience in Learning & Development
  • 5+ years of progressive experience in learning and development or organizational development, with at least 3 years in a leading role overseeing project teams and/or training resources. Proven track record in managing complex, high-impact projects with a global scope, including experience in strategic planning and building global partnerships.
• Consulting and Influencing Skills
  • Demonstrated expertise in consulting, negotiation, presentation, and customer service. Skilled at influencing stakeholders at all levels, including senior leadership, without formal authority, to drive initiatives forward and ensure alignment with organizational goals.
• Relationship Building and Strategic Partnerships
  • Proven ability to build and sustain strong relationships with a diverse set of internal and external stakeholders, including academic institutions, industry consortiums, workforce development boards, and other professional networks. Experience leveraging these partnerships to drive innovative learning solutions.
• Coaching and Mentorship
  • Adept at coaching team members to enhance performance and providing mentorship for career development, fostering a culture of growth, engagement, and continuous improvement within the team.
• Global Mindset and Cross-Cultural Effectiveness
  • Skilled at navigating cross-cultural environments, with a strong understanding of diverse learning needs across global audiences. Demonstrated success in adapting solutions and communication styles to meet the unique needs of global stakeholders and multicultural teams.

McCormick & Company is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

As a general policy, McCormick does not offer employment visa sponsorships upon hire or in the future.

Base Salary: $100,870 – $176,480

Base salary compensation will be determined based on factors such as geographic location, skills, education, experience for this role, and/or internal equity of our current employees as part of any final offer. This position is also eligible to participate in McCormick’s Incentive Bonus (MIB) Plan. In addition to a competitive compensation package, permanent employees of McCormick are eligible for our extensive Total Rewards programs that include:

• Comprehensive health plans covering medical, vision, dental, life and disability benefits
• Family-friendly benefits such as paid parental leave, fertility benefits, Employee Assistance Program, and caregiver support – Retirement and investment programs including 401(k) and profit-sharing plans

About Organization

McCormick & Company, Incorporated (NYSE: MKC) is a global leader in flavor and one of the most respected and familiar names in the industry. In business for over 130 years, McCormick manufactures, markets, and distributes spices, seasoning mixes, condiments, and other flavorful products to the entire food industry—retail outlets, food manufacturers, and foodservice businesses. McCormick creates flavors for a wide range of applications, such as beverages, snacks, dairy, bakery/confectionary, savory, performance nutrition, and health.

The McCormick name represents a trusted source of flavor in millions of kitchens around the globe—in homes and in restaurants. Partnerships with farmers and suppliers around the world allow us to provide great-tasting, quality spices with year-over-year consistency that you can trust.

Our herbs and spices come from 80 different countries, while our brands reach consumers in more than 150 countries and territories. Our passion for quality is matched only by our commitment to an innovative and energetic company culture. At McCormick, we believe in respect, recognition, inclusion, and collaboration, based on the highest ethical values for our employees.