Group people development & training specialist

Group People Development & Training Specialist Company Overview Somacis S.p. A., headquartered in Castelfidardo, Italy, is a

global leader in high-technology printed circuit boards (PCBs) , serving advanced industries such as aerospace, defense, medical, telecommunications, automotive and industrial applications. With operations across

Europe, the Americas and Asia

, Somacis is in a

phase of strong international expansion

, supported by

Private Equity ownership

, focusing on

innovation, operational excellence, scalable processes, and people development

. Our culture emphasizes

technical excellence, continuous improvement, sustainability and talent growth

, offering a

dynamic, performance-driven and international environment

. Role Overview The

Group People Development & Training Specialist

, based at

Somacis HQ in Castelfidardo

, reports to the

Group Chief

HR Officer

.

This role is responsible for

designing and leading the company’s people development strategies and performance management processes

, ensuring the growth of skills and the promotion of a

culture of excellence, accountability, and continuous improvement

. The role works closely with HR leadership, department heads, and cross-functional teams to ensure

strategic alignment of talent initiatives with business goals

, fostering an engaging and high-performance workplace.

Key Responsibilities

Career Development

Design, implement, and continuously evolve

career development frameworks and progression models

across the Group, ensuring clarity, consistency, and scalability.

Define and manage

career paths and professional growth journeys

for key roles and job families, aligned with business strategy and organizational needs.

Partner with HR leadership and line managers to support

internal mobility, succession planning, and talent retention

through structured career development initiatives.

Ensure career frameworks promote a culture of

meritocracy, accountability, and long-term skill development

. Skills Assessment

Design and implement

skills assessment models

to evaluate technical, professional, and leadership competencies across the organization.

Develop and maintain

skill mapping and competency frameworks

, enabling a clear link between roles, required skills, and development actions.

Support managers in identifying

skill gaps and development priorities

, translating assessment outcomes into targeted learning and development plans.

Leverage HR systems and data to ensure

consistency, reliability, and analytical rigor

in skills evaluation processes. Performance & Feedback Management

Manage the

annual performance evaluation cycle

, from goal setting and mid-year reviews to final evaluations.

Ensure performance evaluation mechanisms are

transparent, fair, and data-driven

, supporting differentiated performance outcomes.

Develop and manage

structured continuous feedback systems

, fostering a culture of open dialogue, growth mindset, and ongoing performance improvement.

Train and support managers in adopting

effective feedback behaviors

and integrating feedback into day-to-day people management practices. Requirements

Degree in

Human Resources, Economics, Organizational Psychology

, or related fields.

5+ years of experience

in HR roles focused on

people development, learning & development, and performance management

.

Strong knowledge of

performance management and learning methodologies, and feedback systems

.

Strong expertise in SAP Success Factors

, leveraging Performance, Learning, and Talent modules to drive scalable people development, performance management, and data-driven HR decision-making.

Excellent

analytical and project management skills

, able to handle complex initiatives.

Strong

communication, interpersonal, and stakeholder management abilities

.

Business-oriented mindset with

strategic thinking

and results focus.

Good command of

English

; additional languages are a plus. Proactive, change-oriented, and continuous improvement mindset

. Work location:

Somacis HQ, Castelfidardo (AN)

Reporting line:

Group Chief HR Officer