Sr Specialist, Training Design
The Sr Specialist, Training Design is responsible for developing and implementing engaging learning and development materials that enhance learning and support effective knowledge transfer. This role collaborates with subject matter experts to design curricula and learning programs tailored to diverse audiences. By applying instructional design best practices and multimedia learning tools, the role ensures training content is accessible, effective, and aligned with company goals and expectations.
Job Will Remain Open Until Filled
Responsibilities:
The Company is one of North America’s leading sales and marketing agencies specializing in outsourced sales, merchandising, category management and marketing services to manufacturers, suppliers and producers of food products and consumer packaged goods. The Company services a variety of trade channels including grocery, mass merchandise, specialty, convenience, drug, dollar, club, hardware, consumer electronics and home centers. We bridge the gap between manufacturers and retailers, providing consumers access to the best products available in the marketplace today.
Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities
Design instructional, engaging, and effective learning materials including curricula, multimedia presentations, interactive activities, job aids, playbooks, guides, instructor-led training, self-study materials, and eLearning courses
Leverage a variety of learning technologies and digital platforms to enhance learning experiences including virtual classrooms, scenario-based simulations, and guided learning through a learning management system
Create detailed curricula with clear, measurable learning objectives and ensure alignment between content and desired learning outcomes
Partner with training teammates and subject matter experts to ensure learning content accuracy, relevance, and completeness
With guidance, develop and manage project plans and timelines for learning materials
Maintain awareness of adult learning principles, instructional design methods, learning technologies, and industry best practices and apply continuous improvement to learning solutions
Assist with conducting needs assessments by analyzing company goals, learner characteristics, and knowledge gaps
Develop assessments, knowledge checks, and evaluation methods to measure learning effectiveness and learner progress
Review training materials regularly, gather feedback, analyze data, and revise content to improve learning impact
Supervisory Responsibilities
Direct Reports: This position does not have supervisory responsibilities for direct reports
Indirect Reports: Does not have direct reports, but may delegate work of others and provide guidance, direction and mentoring to indirect reports
Minimum Qualifications
Education Requirements: Bachelor’s degree (Instructional design degree or equivalent experience preferred)
Experience Requirements: 2–4 years experience in relevant field
Skills, Knowledge and Abilities
Knowledge of adult learning principles and ability to apply those principles to learning outcomes
Solid project management skills
Basic understanding of learning evaluation and measurement concepts
Proficiency with instructional design, creative, and productivity software
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Strong organizational and prioritization skills
Ability to collaborate effectively with teammates, leaders, vendors, customers, and clients
Ability to maintain confidentiality and discretion
Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet critical deadlines accurately
Conflict resolution and problem-solving skills
Commitment to working safely and applying proper safety techniques when appropriate
Commitment to building an inclusive and respectful work environment
Environmental & Physical Requirements
Office / Sedentary Requirements
Incumbent must be able to perform the essential functions of the job.
Office / Non-Sedentary Requirements
Incumbent must be able to perform the essential functions of the job. Work may be performed in an office or warehouse environment. Typically requires the ability to spend 66%+ hours each work day doing the following activities: stand for extended periods of time, walk, bend, stoop, or climb. May have possible exposure to dust, and may require the ability to lift and/or push up to 50 pounds 33% - 66% of the time.
Additional Information Regarding The Company Job Duties and Job Descriptions
Job duties include additional responsibilities as assigned by one’s supervisor or other manager related to the position/department. This job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position. The Company reserves the right at any time with or without notice to alter or change job responsibilities, reassign or transfer job position or assign additional job responsibilities, subject to applicable law. The Company shall provide reasonable accommodations of known disabilities to enable a qualified applicant or employee to apply for employment, perform the essential functions of the job, or enjoy the benefits and privileges of employment as required by the law.
Any estimate, schedule, or guideline provided to associates in this job description or elsewhere in connection with their jobs is only intended to help describe job duties and for planning purposes. Regardless of any such estimate, schedule, or guideline, associates must always record all time worked for our company (which includes but is not limited to on-site work time in an assigned store, office, or other work location; required waiting time; administrative time; and work-related travel time).
Important Information:
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of associates so classified.
The Company is committed to providing equal opportunity in all employment practices without regard to age, race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, religion, physical or mental disability, or any other category protected by law. As part of this commitment, the Company shall provide reasonable accommodations of known disabilities to enable an applicant or employee to apply for employment, perform the essential functions of the job, or enjoy the benefits and privileges of employment as required by the law.