Head of Training – Smart Infrastructure Buildings

Job description

**Job Family:** Buildings
**Req ID:** 481651

**We transform buildings**

With technology for smart and sustainable buildings and infrastructure, we transform the everyday for everyone.

By combining the real and digital worlds, we empower our customers to reach their decarbonization goals, lower their operating costs and achieve world-class experiences for people.

It’s not just about improving buildings – it’s about creating efficient, safe, adaptable and sustainable environments, which improve the way the world lives and works.

The digital transformation of buildings is a fast-changing, dynamic sector, and it needs more than just great technology - it needs great people, too.

We know a business only thrives if its people are thriving, so at Siemens we put our people first.

Within our buildings business, our diverse global team will support you through your career and challenge you to grow in new and exciting ways, as we transform the world’s infrastructure.

As we work to shape the future of global infrastructure, we are seeking a **Head of Training** for our SI Buildings Business Unit Team, and within our Service Unit.

Our shared journey could take you anywhere … where would you like to go?

Transform the everyday with us!

**Location:** This position will be based in the Buffalo Grove, IL in the United States.

**Position Overview:**
We are seeking a strategic leader to build a global training business for Siemens Smart Infrastructure Buildings.

Your mission is to build a high-revenue and profitable training business by expanding existing localized portfolios that will improve customer satisfaction, and strengthening partner capability, and technical expertise across the industry.

The successful candidate will be responsible to consolidate our distributed global training organization, expand our offerings and reach, and define and implement a scalable execution strategy, this includes developing and introducing global processes and quality standards.

This role combines business development, partner engagement, and training excellence to build a profitable, high-impact global training operation.

**You will make an impact by:**

**Key Responsibilities**

+ Developing and executing the global training strategy, including scalable business models, pricing, and growth plans across segments
+ Identify and pursuing new market opportunities and strategic partnerships to expand reach and demand
+ Designing, implementing, and evaluating training programs that enhance performance, drive success, and meet organizational needs
+ Building and maintaining a diverse training portfolio, including Siemens and third-party content, certifications, and learning paths
+ Establishing global quality standards, certification processes, and trainer capability frameworks to ensure excellence in delivery
+ Strengthening relationships with internal stakeholders and external partners to ensure effective training execution and ecosystem development
+ Managing the financial performance of the training business, including budgeting, revenue growth, and cost optimization
+ Continuously measuring training effectiveness and customer satisfaction, using insights to drive improvement and innovation

**Your Success will be grounded in having these qualifications:**

+ Bachelor's degree in technical field.
+ Minimum of 10 years of professional experience in a similar role and with proven experience in Leading Training Businesses would be ideal
+ Demonstrated success in building and scaling global training operations, ideally with P&L responsibility
+ Familiarity with technical training (e.g., installation, commissioning, servicing)
+ Experience with building systems and safety codes, along with awareness of emerging technologies is desirable but not required
+ Strong Commercial and Strategic Acumen
+ Skilled in revenue generation, pricing strategy, and business planning
+ Ability to manage international teams and develop strong partner networks
+ Legally authorized to work in the United States on a continual and permanent basis without company sponsorship now or in the future.
+ Fluency in English, with strong communication and presentation abilities.

**Preferred Qualifications:**

+ Master's degree would be an asset but it is not required.
+ German or other European languages desirable, but not required.
+ Experience in the building business would be beneficial, though not mandatory.

**About Siemens:**

We are a global technology company focused on industry, infrastructure, transport, and healthcare.

From more resource-efficient factories, resilient supply chains, and smarter buildings and grids, to sustainable transportation as well as advanced healthcare, we create technology with purpose adding real value for customers.

Learn more about Siemens here.

Our Commitment to Equity and Inclusion in our Diverse Global Workforce:

We value your unique identity and perspective.

We are fully committed to providing equitable opportunities and building a workplace that reflects the diversity of society, while ensuring that we attract the best talent based on qualifications, skills, and experiences.

We welcome you to bring your authentic self and transform the everyday with us.

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$188,000 $322,000 25%
**Organization:** Smart Infrastructure
**Job Type:** Full-time
**Category:** Customer Services

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