GP Strategies

Lead end-to-end lifecycle of learning initiatives coordinating with various stakeholders to ensure delivery. | At least 4 years project management experience, bachelor's degree, strong organizational and multi-stakeholder management skills. | Deliver Learning That Develops People and Leaders We are seeking an experienced Project Manager to support the design and delivery of high‑impact Leadership and Professional Development learning programs. This role focuses on managing traditional L&D training development projects—from concept through delivery—working closely with instructional designers, learning program leaders, subject matter experts, and external vendors. This is an ideal opportunity for a project manager who understands how learning is built, thrives in creative environments, and enjoys bringing structure, clarity, and momentum to complex, multi‑stakeholder initiatives. What You’ll Do Lead End‑to‑End Learning Production * Manage the full lifecycle of learning initiatives, including digital, virtual, and instructor‑led assets. * Partner with instructional designers, learning program managers, and vendors to bring learning concepts to life. * Ensure new learning experiences are delivered on time, within scope, and with consistent quality. Plan, Coordinate & Execute * Develop and maintain detailed project plans, timelines, dependencies, milestones, and risk logs. * Manage multiple concurrent initiatives with overlapping timelines and stakeholders. * Facilitate alignment across designers, SMEs, vendors, and leadership. Stakeholder & Working Group Management * Lead working group meetings and design reviews with instructional designers, SMEs, and vendors. * Ensure requirements are clearly defined and validated prior to design and development. * Act as a trusted partner—educating stakeholders on learning design processes and best practices. Quality, Communication & Continuous Improvement * Ensure deliverables meet agreed‑upon acceptance criteria, instructional standards, and design constraints. * Provide regular status updates, surface risks early, and celebrate wins. * Gather feedback, identify opportunities for improvement, and recommend refinements to processes. * Support production roadmaps, vendor coordination, and budget tracking What Makes You a Great Fit Required Qualifications * Bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional experience. * 4+ years of project or program management experience, preferably in learning or creative environments. * Experience managing the development of learning solutions across multiple formats:  * eLearning * Video * Virtual and classroom training * Simulations, games, or nudges * Strong ability to manage aggressive timelines with accuracy and attention to detail. * Highly organized, able to prioritize effectively and manage multiple projects simultaneously. * Comfortable navigating ambiguity and bringing structure to complex work. * Strong consulting mindset with the ability to influence without direct authority. * Collaborative, relationship‑driven approach to teamwork. Preferred Qualifications * Advanced degree or professional certification in Project Management, Instructional Design, Organizational Development, or related fields. * Experience using SAM or Agile learning development methodologies. * 3+ years of experience in Learning & Development or a creative studio environment. * Experience leading design reviews and working sessions with SMEs. * Ability to educate stakeholders on adult learning principles and address common learning misconceptions. * Automotive industry experience a plus. Why This Role Matters You will play a key role in shaping the learning experiences that develop leaders, strengthen professional capability, and support organizational performance. Your ability to manage complexity, align diverse contributors, and deliver high‑quality learning solutions will directly influence the success of critical leadership and development initiatives.     GP Strategies Corporation is one of the world's leading talent transformation providers. By delivering award-winning learning and development solutions, we help organizations transform through their people and achieve meaningful change. GP Strategies has delivered our innovative consulting, learning services, and talent technology solutions to over 6,000 organizations globally. From our global experience working across thousands of projects and initiatives over the past 55 years, we've learned that relationships, business, work, innovation, strategy, and transformation are all about people. And, to put it simply, GP Strategies is about our people - an extensive global network of learning experts. Additional information can be found at www.gpstrategies.com [http://www.gpstrategies.com/]. With more than 4000 employees in over 30 countries, diversity at GP Strategies is second nature! Beyond our locations, our culture focuses on performance and revolves around respect, fairness, and working collaboratively to achieve our goals. We support our People, no matter who they are or where they are from, because we all have valuable and unique perspectives and approaches. That's how great ideas are born, which enable us to work smarter. GP Strategies is committed and proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and related conditions, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other federally protected class.

Manage global partner skilling program operations including budget, reporting, and compliance. | 7+ years in business management or program operations in global tech channel with PowerPoint and Microsoft ecosystem expertise. | Key Responsibilities Business operations & rhythm of business * Drive the operating cadence for the GCPS partner skilling business: program reviews, FY planning cycles, half-year schedules, and demand generation plans * Prepare the GCPS Skilling Leader for executive forums with decision-ready materials, scorecards, and program narratives * Coordinate across LT and Regional Skilling Leads (Americas, Asia, EMEA) to ensure consistent program execution and reporting standards   Executive reporting & insights * Own worldwide performance reporting: registrations, attendance, trained learners, certifications, voucher utilization, survey scores, and YoY growth working closely with event PMs * Produce executive deliverables — summary decks, wrap-up communications, and cross-event insights drawing on multi-market survey data * Translate program data into concise, visual narratives that inform leadership decisions and FY planning   Budget management & financial governance * Own program budget planning across a multi-region event portfolio, including rate card analysis, localization cost modelling, and event count optimization against fixed envelopes * Build and maintain planning tools (budget planners, optimizers) to support FY planning and trade-off decisions * Prepare and manage SOW and PO documentation, including extensions and vendor contract scope   Global Amex Meeting Card management * Manage the Global Amex Meeting Card process for in-person regional workshops and AI Tour for Partners * Submit regional SOWs to the MAICPP Budget team for approval and processing * Create custom emails for Regional Skilling Leads (RSLs) to send to the MS Meeting Card Team * Track all POs end-to-end and ensure all Proof of Execution (POE) is submitted * Partner with the Sr. Director to secure approvals   Marketing Development Funds (MDF) management * Manage the end-to-end MDF process, working directly with sponsors Intel and AMD * Provide sponsor reporting on in-person events and budget utilization tied to MDF * Ensure MDF claims, documentation, and compliance requirements are met within sponsor timelines   Program management & delivery * Plan and execute partner skilling programs, including Certification Week (H1/H2 cycles), AI Tour for Partners, and private partner deliveries (e.g. Project Ready engagements with strategic accounts) * Coordinate Training Service Providers (Fast Lane, KOSS, Digital China, Koenig, Technofocus) and delivery platforms (On24, LevelUp LMS, Skilling Hub) * Manage program communications, demand generation, and partner-facing content (aka.ms/PartnerSkilling)   Stakeholder engagement & governance * Serve as the operational interface between the GCPS Skilling Leader, Regional Skilling Leads, and the MAICPP Budget and program teams * Prepare and deliver Monthly Business Review (MBR) updates and quarterly review cycles * Support annual FY planning, target cascades, and continuity planning across regions   Skills & Experience * 7+ years in business management, partner enablement, or program operations within a global technology channel organization * Deep familiarity with the Microsoft partner ecosystem (MAICPP, Designations, Specializations, certification pathways) and GCPS operating models * Strong financial and operational rigor: budget modelling, SOW/PO management, compliance processes * Excellent executive communication — concise, visual, data-driven storytelling * Experience coordinating vendor teams and multilingual delivery across global markets   Additional Requirements (1) attend calls with GCPS Skilling Lead, own recaps, assign actions, manage follow-ups  (2) have expert level PowerPoint / presentation skills  (3) excellent communication skills   (4) confidence using Copilot to build decks, conduct research as needed

Lead complex projects from initiation through completion, managing teams and client engagement to ensure timely and on-budget delivery. | Strong project management expertise and excellent team leadership skills for managing complex projects and enhancing client satisfaction. | GP Strategies Corporation is seeking a Project Manager to lead the execution of complex projects from initiation through completion. The role involves managing teams, engaging clients, and ensuring that all projects are delivered on time and within budget. The ideal candidate will have strong project management expertise and excellent team leadership skills. This position is critical for enhancing client satisfaction and driving business performance. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Manage full lifecycle of leadership and professional development learning initiatives coordinating with designers, experts, and vendors. | Bachelor's degree and 4+ years project management experience in learning or creative environments with multi-stakeholder project proficiency. | Deliver Learning That Develops People and Leaders We are seeking an experienced Project Manager to support the design and delivery of high‑impact Leadership and Professional Development learning programs. This role focuses on managing traditional L&D training development projects—from concept through delivery—working closely with instructional designers, learning program leaders, subject matter experts, and external vendors. This is an ideal opportunity for a project manager who understands how learning is built, thrives in creative environments, and enjoys bringing structure, clarity, and momentum to complex, multi‑stakeholder initiatives. What You’ll Do Lead End‑to‑End Learning Production * Manage the full lifecycle of learning initiatives, including digital, virtual, and instructor‑led assets. * Partner with instructional designers, learning program managers, and vendors to bring learning concepts to life. * Ensure new learning experiences are delivered on time, within scope, and with consistent quality. Plan, Coordinate & Execute * Develop and maintain detailed project plans, timelines, dependencies, milestones, and risk logs. * Manage multiple concurrent initiatives with overlapping timelines and stakeholders. * Facilitate alignment across designers, SMEs, vendors, and leadership. Stakeholder & Working Group Management * Lead working group meetings and design reviews with instructional designers, SMEs, and vendors. * Ensure requirements are clearly defined and validated prior to design and development. * Act as a trusted partner—educating stakeholders on learning design processes and best practices. Quality, Communication & Continuous Improvement * Ensure deliverables meet agreed‑upon acceptance criteria, instructional standards, and design constraints. * Provide regular status updates, surface risks early, and celebrate wins. * Gather feedback, identify opportunities for improvement, and recommend refinements to processes. * Support production roadmaps, vendor coordination, and budget tracking What Makes You a Great Fit Required Qualifications * Bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional experience. * 4+ years of project or program management experience, preferably in learning or creative environments. * Experience managing the development of learning solutions across multiple formats:  * eLearning * Video * Virtual and classroom training * Simulations, games, or nudges * Strong ability to manage aggressive timelines with accuracy and attention to detail. * Highly organized, able to prioritize effectively and manage multiple projects simultaneously. * Comfortable navigating ambiguity and bringing structure to complex work. * Strong consulting mindset with the ability to influence without direct authority. * Collaborative, relationship‑driven approach to teamwork. Preferred Qualifications * Advanced degree or professional certification in Project Management, Instructional Design, Organizational Development, or related fields. * Experience using SAM or Agile learning development methodologies. * 3+ years of experience in Learning & Development or a creative studio environment. * Experience leading design reviews and working sessions with SMEs. * Ability to educate stakeholders on adult learning principles and address common learning misconceptions. * Automotive industry experience a plus. Why This Role Matters You will play a key role in shaping the learning experiences that develop leaders, strengthen professional capability, and support organizational performance. Your ability to manage complexity, align diverse contributors, and deliver high‑quality learning solutions will directly influence the success of critical leadership and development initiatives.     GP Strategies Corporation is one of the world's leading talent transformation providers. By delivering award-winning learning and development solutions, we help organizations transform through their people and achieve meaningful change. GP Strategies has delivered our innovative consulting, learning services, and talent technology solutions to over 6,000 organizations globally. From our global experience working across thousands of projects and initiatives over the past 55 years, we've learned that relationships, business, work, innovation, strategy, and transformation are all about people. And, to put it simply, GP Strategies is about our people - an extensive global network of learning experts. Additional information can be found at www.gpstrategies.com [http://www.gpstrategies.com/]. With more than 4000 employees in over 30 countries, diversity at GP Strategies is second nature! Beyond our locations, our culture focuses on performance and revolves around respect, fairness, and working collaboratively to achieve our goals. We support our People, no matter who they are or where they are from, because we all have valuable and unique perspectives and approaches. That's how great ideas are born, which enable us to work smarter. GP Strategies is committed and proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and related conditions, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other federally protected class.