Sr Specialist Training Design

Sr Specialist Training Design

Job Locations


US-MO-St. Louis

Primary Posting Location : City

St. Louis

Primary Posting Location : State/Province

MO

Primary Posting Location : Postal Code

63100

Primary Posting Location : Country

US

Requisition ID


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Position Type


Full Time

Category


Marketing (Corporate): Integrated Marketing, Experiential Marketing

Minimum


USD $50,800.00/Yr.

Maximum


USD $63,500.00/Yr.

Summary

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.

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