Manager – Commercial Training Division

An exciting opportunity has arisen at Taguig & Davao, Philippines for MANAGER – COMMERCIAL TRAINING DIVISION.

As the Manager of the Commercial Training Division you are responsible for overseeing the design, development, and implementation of training programs that support the commercial objectives of the organization. This role involves managing a team of trainers, developing training content, growing our training services and ensuring that training initiatives are aligned with business goals. The Manager will also be responsible for evaluating the effectiveness of training programs and making necessary adjustments to improve outcomes. The role also requires alignment and harmonization with the Control Union Global Academy team, our own bespoke e-learning platform for customers and colleagues.

Are you someone that can build a business, are you passionate about training & development, and do you want to be part of our international network? Then we are looking for you!

Tasks & responsibilities

1. Leadership and Management

• Lead and manage the Commercial Training Division team, including trainers and support staff.
• Develop and implement strategic plans for the training division to align with organizational goals and grown the overall trainings business and services.
• Set performance goals and conduct regular performance reviews for team members.

2. Training Program Development:

• Design and develop comprehensive training programs, including the sales, marketing, and customer services of our training division.
• Ensure training programs are up-to-date, relevant, and effective in meeting the needs of the business.
• Collaborate with subject matter experts to create specialized training modules.
• Collaborate with the Global Academy to share best practices, resources and ensure consistency in content quality

3. Training Delivery:

• Oversee the delivery of training programs, ensuring consistency and quality across all sessions.
• Utilize a variety of training methods, including in-person, virtual, and blended learning approaches.
• Ensure trainers are well-prepared and equipped with the necessary resources and materials.

4. Evaluation and Improvement:

• Develop and implement evaluation methods to assess the effectiveness of training programs.
• Collect and analyze feedback from participants to identify areas for improvement.
• Continuously update and enhance training programs based on feedback and industry best practices

5. Budget Management:

• Prepare and manage the budget for the Commercial Training Division.
• Drive sales for the training services that we provide.
• Monitor expenses and ensure training programs are delivered within budgetary constraints

6. Stakeholder Engagement:

• Collaborate with senior management and other departments to identify training needs and align training initiatives with business objectives.
• Build and maintain relationships with external training providers and industry experts.
• Collaboration with the Control Union Global Academy team
  • Act as a liaison between the APAC region and the Global Academy, fostering collaboration and information exchange.
  • Participate in global working groups or committees to contribute country insights and stay informed about global E-learning strategies and emerging technologies.

7. Reporting and Documentation:

• Maintain accurate records of training activities, including attendance, feedback, and outcomes.
• Prepare regular reports on training program performance and present findings to senior management

8. Reporting and Documentation:

• Attend webinars, exhibitions and other events to promote our training services
• Any other related task assigned by the Managing Director.

Requirements

Educational Background and working experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Education, Human Resources, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in training and development, with at least two (2) years in a managerial role.
• Proven experience in designing and delivering training programs for commercial teams.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to analyse data and make data-driven decisions
• Proficiency in using training software and tools
• Certification in training and development (e.g., CPTD, ATD) is a plus

Personality Traits: 

• Ethical, i.e. fair, truthful, sincere, honest, and discreet.
• Open-minded, i.e. willing to consider alternative ideas or points of view.
• Diplomatic, i.e. tactful in dealing with people.
• Collaborative, i.e. effectively interacting with others.
• Observant, i.e. actively aware of physical surroundings and activities.
• Perceptive, i.e. instinctively aware of and able to understand situations.
• Versatile, i.e. adjusts readily to different situations.
• Tenacious, i.e. persistent and focused on achieving objectives.
• Decisive, i.e. reaches timely conclusions based on logical reasoning and analysis.
• Self-reliant, i.e. acts and functions independently.
• Professional, i.e. exhibiting a courteous, conscientious and generally business-like demeanour in the workplace.
• Morally courageous, i.e. willing to act responsibly and ethically even though these actions may not always be popular and may result in confrontation.
• Organized, i.e. exhibiting effective time management, prioritization and efficiency.

Our values drive our business, and our people demonstrate these attributes in all that they do. We are looking for candidates that act with integrity, demonstrate the highest level of service quality, are resilient, have an adaptive mindset and are committed to working safe, with long term view and sustainability. If you have these qualities then we look forward to welcoming you to our global family!

Our Company

Peterson and Control Union are sister companies who operate as independent service companies. We are a risk management and logistics service company, non-stock listed, and family owned.

The specialist activities comprise of inspection and certification of food, animal feed, textiles, minerals, forest products, biomass, biofuels and oil and gas related equipment, as well as integrated 4PL logistics for these markets.

On this site you find information about both Peterson and Control Union and what we do. Want to learn more about our company and the opportunities we offer in the region? Visit Control Union Philippines to discover more about our work and how you can be part of our team.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit their resume and cover letter to philippines_hr@controlunion.com  by the end of April 2025. Please include “Manager – Commercial Training Division – Name of Applicant” in the subject line.

Disclaimer: Please do not expect our team to respond if you do not meet the specified requirements.