Save Job Back to Search Job Description Summary Similar Jobs Report directly to the Brand Director Independently responsible for the training of the brand About Our Client This organisation is a well-established company within the retail industry, specialising in high-quality products and services. With a significant presence in the market, the company is committed to fostering excellence and supporting employee development. Job Description Global Education & Training Partnership Deliver bi-annual training progress reports to HQ, analyzing regional performance trends and strategic insights to foster alignment between global objectives and local market execution. Act as a strategic feedback conduit for HQ-cascaded training tools, evaluating regional applicability and advocating for localized adaptations to address cultural, operational, or linguistic gaps. Training Strategy Development Jointly develop a region-specific education and training roadmap in collaboration with Retail, Marketing, and Commercial teams, integrating brand priorities, channel-specific needs, and performance targets. Establish transparent communication protocols and stakeholder engagement frameworks to ensure cross-functional alignment on training initiatives, timelines, and resource allocation. Optimize resource allocation by managing the annual training budget, prioritizing high-impact programs, and balancing global/local material procurement costs. Training Design & Delivery Excellence Culturally adapt global training frameworks for brand/market/channel relevance, addressing time, budget, and infrastructure constraints while preserving core brand messaging. Curate and procure training resources, including: HQ-provided materials and incentives aligned with annual forecasting cycles. Ingredient samples, digital tools, or external vendor partnerships to enhance experiential learning. Develop localized training assets to fill critical gaps in HQ-provided content, ensuring cultural nuance and regional regulatory compliance. Deploy multichannel engagement strategies, leveraging offline (classroom, in-store coaching) and online platforms (webinars, e-learning modules) to standardize brand terminology, service protocols, and CX excellence across omnichannel touchpoints. Maintain dynamic communication channels (newsletters, portals, huddles) to keep brand ambassadors, distributors, and trainers informed of brand updates and practices. Training Delivery Management & Performance Optimization Orchestrate logistics coordination, from venue selection to travel planning, maximizing budget efficiency and participant engagement. Implement centralized inventory systems for training materials, overseeing distribution, storage, and tracking across regional hubs and external facilities. Generate post-training impact assessments, combining quantitative metrics (skill proficiency, sales uplift) and qualitative feedback to refine programs and propose agile iterations to the annual plan. Conduct rigorous outcome evaluations against KPIs (e.g., customer satisfaction scores, conversion rates) to validate ROI and inform commercial strategy adjustments. Execute ad-hoc projects as assigned, including pilot programs, crisis response training, or cross-departmental knowledge-sharing initiatives. The Successful Applicant * Experience: 6-8 years of experience in a similar position at a regional level, coming from the cosmetics or FMCG Industry, preferably with some years of experience specifically in beauty and cosmetics.* Education: Degree holder and/or have professional training credentials.* Languages: Able to train and facilitate workshops in English and Mandarin.* Competencies and Specific Knowledge required:* Ability to travel about 35% of the time. What's on Offer Competitive annual salary Incentive package offering an additional 12% + 15% based on performance. Permanent role with long-term career growth opportunities. Engaging work environment in Shanghai with a focus on professional development. Comprehensive benefits package, including training and development resources. If you are ready to take on an impactful role as a Training Manager within the Cosmetics Retail industry, we encourage you to apply today! Contact Paco Ma Quote job ref JN-062025-6764613 Phone number +86 21 6062 3043 Job summary Function Retail & Sourcing Specialisation Retail Training What is your area of specialisation? FMCG (Fast Moving Consumer Goods) Location Shanghai Contract type Permanent Consultant name Paco Ma Consultant phone +86 21 6062 3043 Job Reference JN-062025-6764613