American Bureau of Shipping (ABS) · 13 hours ago
Manager, Training Product- Offshore
Houston, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level, Lead/Staff
10+ years expAmerican Bureau of Shipping (ABS) is a global leader in marine and offshore classification and innovative safety services. They are seeking an Offshore Training Product Manager responsible for developing revenue-generating training programs by analyzing industry needs and designing effective learning solutions.
EnergyMarine TransportationNon ProfitRenewable EnergyShipping
Responsibilities
Conduct ongoing industry training needs analysis within the assigned business segment, gathering market intelligence on regulatory, standards, and technology trends influencing industry upskilling requirements
Lead discovery and scoping sessions with key clients to understand competency gaps, performance challenges, and training requirements
Participate in client discussions, industry events and working groups (i.e. IMO, IACS, OPITO) gather insights and build relationships with stakeholders
Translate market and client insights into well-defined training requirements and opportunity assessments (including estimated demand, target audience, and potential revenue)
Design end-to-end learning solutions (programs, curricula, and individual courses) that address identified needs and align with business objectives
Develop detailed program and course design documents (e.g., design blueprints, learning paths, storyboards, high-level content outlines, assessment strategies) that can be efficiently executed by the development team
Define learning objectives, target learner profiles, modalities (e.g., classroom, virtual, eLearning, blended, microlearning), and assessment strategies for each program
Ensure designs comply with relevant industry standards, regulations, and best practices in adult learning and instructional design
Collaborate with the build team (instructional designers, developers, and multimedia specialists) to ensure design intent is implemented according to design and meets target release timelines
Serve as the product owner for assigned training programs once launched, overseeing their financial performance and lifecycle
Monitor revenue, enrollment, utilization, and profitability of assigned programs; recommend pricing strategies and portfolio adjustments as needed
Support sales, marketing, and regional teams in positioning and promoting training products (e.g., providing product briefs, value propositions, and client-facing messaging)
Partner with commercial teams to respond to key client proposals, including customizing or bundling offerings to meet client requirements
Act as an internal subject matter expert (SME) for the assigned market area, ensuring training content reflects current industry practice, standards, and technology
Contribute technical and operational expertise during content development, reviews, and quality assurance
Identify, engage, and coordinate internal and external SMEs (e.g., technical experts, regulators, industry practitioners) to support content development and delivery
Support recruitment, onboarding, and ongoing development of instructors, facilitators, and technical SMEs
Define KPIs and evaluation plans for training programs, including learner feedback, assessment results, on-the-job performance indicators, and client satisfaction
Regularly review program effectiveness, learner outcomes, and client feedback to recommend improvements in content, structure, modality, and delivery
Ensure timely updates to programs to reflect regulatory changes, new industry standards, and emerging technologies or practices
Collaborate with operations and delivery teams to address delivery challenges and enhance the learner experience
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in a relevant technical or operational discipline (e.g., Marine Engineering, Naval Architecture, Offshore Engineering, Mechanical/Electrical Engineering, Safety/Environmental Engineering, Human Resource Development, or equivalent, depending on market)
10+ years of technical and operational experience within the relevant market (e.g., marine, offshore, energy, government/regulatory, defense, or related)
3+ years of experience in learning design, instructional design, or training program development (corporate, professional, or higher education)
Demonstrated experience conducting client or stakeholder needs assessments and translating them into structured training or capability-building solutions
Experience working with cross-functional teams (e.g., commercial, product, technical, and L&D teams) in a matrixed or global environment
Must have authorization to work in the country of employment
Strong understanding of adult learning principles, instructional design methodologies, and learning evaluation models (e.g., ADDIE, Kirkpatrick)
Deep familiarity with regulatory frameworks, industry standards, and operational practices within the assigned business segment
Ability to develop clear, comprehensive design documentation and requirements that enable efficient development
Commercial acumen, with the ability to analyze program performance, understand pricing and margins, and identify growth opportunities
Excellent communication and facilitation skills, with the ability to engage confidently with clients, industry partners, and internal stakeholders
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities; able to synthesize complex technical information into coherent learning solutions
High level of organization and project management capability, with the ability to manage multiple programs and stakeholders simultaneously
Working knowledge of ABS Health, Safety, Quality Management System
Preferred
Master's degree in a related field (technical, operational, education, or instructional design) is preferred
Additional certifications in instructional design, adult learning, or training & development (e.g., CPLP/ CPTD, instructional design certificates) are an asset
Experience managing or supporting revenue-generating training products or services is strongly preferred
Benefits
Medical insurance (PPO and HD)
Dental and vision insurance
Health Savings Account (HSA)
Flexible Savings Account (FSA)
Life insurance
Accidental death and dismemberment insurance
Disability leave programs
Parental leave program
Paid holidays
Paid vacation time
Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)
401K plan with a generous company match
Company
American Bureau of Shipping (ABS)
Since its founding in 1862, ABS has been committed to setting standards for safety and excellence as one of the world’s leading ship classification organizations.
5001-10000 employees
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