Development Specialist Jobs

Learning & Development Specialist Experience: 8-10 YearsLocation: ChennaiHiring Company: Talent Zone ConsultantBrief JD:We are hiring a Learning & Development Specialist to drive employee learning initiatives and capability-building programs. The role involves identifying training needs, designing and delivering learning programs, managing LMS platforms, and measuring training effectiveness.Key Responsibilities:Conduct Training Needs Analysis (TNA) and identify skill gaps.Design and implement L&D programs and learning journeys.Coordinate internal and external trainers.Manage LMS, training calendars and learning records.Track training effectiveness and employee participation.Develop learning content and support leadership development initiatives.Prepare L&D reports and track key metrics.Relevant Skillset:Learning & Development, Training Needs Analysis, TNA, Instructional Design, Training Delivery, Leadership Development, Employee Development, LMS, Learning Programs, Competency Mapping, Training Effectiveness, L&D Analytics, Content Development, Stakeholder Management

GENERAL MANAGER - SALES HYDRAULIC CYLINDERS PAN-INDIA ROLEAbout the Company:Our client is a technically specialized manufacturer of hydraulic cylinders and hydraulic power solutions, operating under a diversified industrial engineering group with manufacturing presence in India and the Middle East. The company produces single-acting, double-acting, multi-stage telescopic, and custom-engineered hydraulic cylinders for demanding applications across mobile and industrial equipment segments. ISO-certified, automated manufacturing facility with production record exceeding 85,000 units. Serves OEMs across construction, material handling, agriculture, mining, and general industrial machinery.Role Overview:This is a mandate-level commercial leadership role - the senior-most sales position within the hydraulics business. The GM Sales will own full accountability for revenue growth, OEM acquisition, and national market expansion. This is a builder's mandate with direct access to promoter leadership.Key Responsibilities:- Own and deliver annual and long-range revenue targets for hydraulic cylinders and power packs across domestic and export segments- Build and execute OEM-focused national sales strategy across construction, material handling, agriculture, mining, and industrial machinery segments- Lead pursuit and acquisition of new OEM accounts - full cycle from engagement through RFQ, technical/commercial negotiation, to contract closure and platform nomination- Develop and manage strategic key account relationships with leading OEMs- Design and build a high-performance national sales organization - recruit and lead regional sales managers, key account managers, and application sales engineers- Develop export market revenue in Gulf region and identify growth opportunities in Africa and South-East Asia- Define pricing strategy, maintain margin discipline, manage commercial negotiations- Work closely with Engineering, Manufacturing, and Quality teams- Drive market intelligence, competitive benchmarking, and sector monitoring- Establish structured sales operating rhythm - pipeline reviews, account plans, revenue forecasting, quarterly business reviewsCandidate Requirements:- 15+ years of progressive B2B industrial sales experience- Minimum 10 years in hydraulic cylinders, hydraulic systems, or mobile hydraulic products- Demonstrated national/multi-region sales leadership with direct P&L accountability- Proven OEM key-account management track record - multi-year supply agreements, platform nominations, executive-level relationships- Experience managing sales teams of 10+ professionals across multiple regions- Strong technical understanding of hydraulic cylinder types, applications, and specifications- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical / Industrial / Production Engineering (mandatory)- MBA/PGDM in Marketing or Business Management (preferred)Preferred Industry Background:- Hydraulic Cylinder Manufacturers: Precision Hydraulics, Dantal Hydraulics, Wipro Infrastructure Engineering, Canara Hydraulics, SEA Hydropower- Global Hydraulics OEMs: Eaton Hydraulics, Parker Hannifin, Bosch Rexroth, Danfoss Power Solutions, HYDACTarget OEM Segments:Construction Equipment Material Handling Agriculture & Farm Equipment Mining & Earth-Moving Industrial Machinery & SPM Commercial Vehicles & Tipping SystemsCompensation:Highly competitive with performance-linked incentive structure. Specific details discussed with shortlisted candidates.Location: Pan-India (National Role) Travel: Extensive national and international travel required

Job Description: Freelance RecruiterOrganization: CareerOnboard (A Recruitment Wing of Kingsford Consulting Group)Job Type: Freelance / ContractWork Mode: Remote / Hybrid (as applicable)Experience: 1-5+ years in Recruitment / Talent AcquisitionCompensation: Performance-based / Per Closure (to be discussed)About UsCareerOnboard, the recruitment division of Kingsford Consulting Group, specializes in connecting talented professionals with leading organizations across various industries. We are expanding our recruiter network and seeking motivated Freelance Recruiters who can identify, engage, and place high-quality candidates for our clients.Key ResponsibilitiesSource, screen, and shortlist candidates through job portals, social media platforms, professional networks, and referrals.Understand client hiring requirements and create effective sourcing strategies.Conduct preliminary candidate assessments and interviews.Coordinate interviews between candidates and clients.Maintain regular communication with candidates throughout the hiring process.Build and maintain a strong talent pipeline for current and future hiring needs.Ensure timely submission of qualified candidates against open positions.Track recruitment activities and provide regular status updates.Maintain candidate records and recruitment documentation accurately.Required Skills & QualificationsProven experience in recruitment, talent acquisition, staffing, or executive search.Strong sourcing skills using job portals, LinkedIn, databases, and networking channels.Excellent communication, interpersonal, and negotiation skills.Ability to work independently and manage multiple positions simultaneously.Strong understanding of recruitment processes and candidate engagement techniques.Proficiency in MS Office, Google Workspace, and Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) is preferred.Preferred ExperienceExperience recruiting across IT, Non-IT, Engineering, Healthcare, BFSI, Manufacturing, or other specialized sectors.Existing candidate network and sourcing database.Experience working on contingency or performance-based recruitment assignments.What We OfferFlexible work schedule and location independence.Access to diverse client requirements across industries.Attractive performance-based earnings.Opportunity to collaborate with an experienced recruitment and consulting team.Long-term partnership opportunities for high-performing recruiters.Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)Number of qualified profiles submitted.Interview-to-selection ratio.Offer-to-joining conversion rate.Timeliness and quality of candidate delivery.Client and candidate satisfaction.