Fleet Feet Sports Sacramento · 2 days ago
Senior Manager, Learning & Development
Carrboro, NC
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
7+ years expFleet Feet Sports Sacramento is the largest running retailer in the country, dedicated to delivering unmatched service and support to customers. The Senior Manager, Learning and Development is responsible for developing and implementing comprehensive learning strategies to enhance employee skills and career development, while fostering a culture of continuous learning.
Health Wellness & Fitness
Responsibilities
Own and enhance existing programs (Mentorship, Lunch and Learns, Employee Resource Groups, Performance Management, Manager Training, Employee Engagement, Talent Development) and design impactful training to support leadership, technical skills, and professional development
Deliver training sessions in person and virtually as needed
Align with and execute on Fleet Feet’s annual and long-term plan, while understanding business needs shift
Complete a needs analysis to identify gaps
Create and implement a strategic learning and development plan aligned with needs analysis summary, organizational goals, and Fleet Feet’s strategic roadmap and priorities
Identify current and future skills gaps and recommend learning to address them
Implement programs to develop emerging leaders and enhance leadership capabilities across all levels, using Talent Review insights and data
Partner with senior leadership to identify and address leadership gaps and identify learning opportunities to close those gaps
Enhance and provide tools and resources for employees to own their career growth
Lead and execute our internal talent assessment process, including managing logistics, facilitating meetings, partnering with leaders to assess talent, and synthesizing data to strengthen our talent bench
Collaborate with internal teams and managers across the organization to integrate learning initiatives with performance management processes
Support the development of coaching and feedback capabilities within the organization and look to revamp the current Performance Review process (forms, cadence, etc)
Establish metrics to measure the effectiveness of learning initiatives
Use feedback and data to identify themes and improve programs continuously
Manage the learning and development budget effectively
Responsible for vendor relationships and negotiating contracts for external training services
Work closely with HR Operations, the HR Department, Retail Operations, and other cross-functional teams to align learning initiatives with organizational values and priorities
Be curious, seek to understand, ask questions, and work to understand Fleet Feet and our various lines of business
Promote a culture of learning, innovation, and employee engagement
Communicates effectively by understanding audiences, tailoring messages to meet their needs, and proactively sharing clear, timely information to build alignment and trust across teams
Qualification
Required
7+ years of experience in learning and development, 1-2 years of people management experience is a plus
Expertise in design, curriculum development, and program evaluation
Solid understanding of adult learning principles and methodologies
Proficiency with learning technologies and tools
Exceptional communication, presentation, facilitation, and interpersonal skills
Ability to manage multiple projects with competing deadlines
Experience in budget management and vendor negotiation
Travel: Occasional (15%)
Benefits
401(k) with 4% Company Match: Available to employees aged 21+ at company-owned stores.
Exclusive Discounts: Enjoy savings on industry-leading products and specialized training programs.
Professional Development: Grow your career through mentorship opportunities, employee resource groups, and ongoing learning sessions designed to help you reach your full potential.
Community Engagement: Get involved in local outreach and service initiatives that align with our purpose-driven mission.
Inspiring Team Culture: Join supportive, passionate teammates who live the mission every day.
Benefits Summary: For full-time employees (30+ hours/week), check out our Fleet Feet benefits summary for details on healthcare, wellness, and more.
Company
Fleet Feet Sports Sacramento
Fleet Feet Sports Sacramento is not just a shoe store. It is a starting point for you and your fitness and health goals.
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageCompany data provided by crunchbase