Director, Learning & Development

General Purpose The Director of Learning will lead multi-year efforts to shape and evolve programmatic learning and development frameworks through a highly pragmatic, relationship-driven approach. This role is responsible for the design, creation, and delivery of high‑impact, sustainable learning experiences that address real business needs and deliver measurable impact. The role balances a forward‑looking perspective with hands‑on execution, translating business priorities into practical learning solutions and helping leaders understand the value and application of learning in the flow of work. Core Skills and Experience Demonstrated ability to manage and develop a small team of learning professionals while fostering collaboration, shared ownership, and strong cross‑functional and vendor partnerships. Proven track record leading the design, development, delivery, implementation, and measurement of learning programs with shared accountability for business‑aligned outcomes. Strong planning, prioritization, and organizational skills, with the ability to balance multiple initiatives and make pragmatic trade‑offs to maximize impact. Demonstrated expertise in instructional design principles and adult learning theory, with the ability to translate them into practical, accessible, and business‑relevant learning solutions. Experience designing and delivering learning roadmaps, curricula, and programmatic learning frameworks that evolve with business needs over time. Other Success Factors Comfort partnering with and influencing senior leaders, including negotiating priorities, scope, and resources through strong relationships rather than authority. A flexible and collaborative working style, with the ability to adapt approach to different leaders, teams, and client groups. Strong customer focus and consultative mindset; able to meet the business where it is while offering thoughtful recommendations that consider future needs, readiness, and scalability in practical, business-focused language. Comfort operating in a fast‑paced environment, balancing hands‑on delivery with leadership responsibilities while consistently meeting deadlines and customer expectations. Essential Functions Strategy: Lead the multi‑year efforts to design, develop, and drive alignment to learning frameworks and programmatic approaches that support the learning and development needs of multiple audiences. Stay abreast of relevant learning technologies, vendors, and modern learning approaches, incorporating them thoughtfully into learning solutions. Design and implement methods to assess and evaluate the effectiveness of these programs and inform continuous improvement. Leadership: Own and execute day‑to‑day management of learning staff, including motivating, coaching, and developing direct reports. Provide direction and oversight for the development of business requirements, project plans, analytics, and evaluation approaches. Partner with the department leader to communicate learning priorities, recommendations, and updates to key stakeholders. Program Management and Support: Own and evolve a portfolio of existing and emerging learning programs and interventions. Collaborate with L&D and HR partners to scope, prioritize work, and allocate available resources, effectively negotiating trade‑offs as needed, in partnership with the department leader. Content Development: Analyze, design, develop, facilitate, and evaluate multi‑platform content – either directly or through associates and partners – to support targeted learning and behavioral change. Apply best practices in adult learning theory, learning technology, instructional design, change management, and communication (e.g., micro‑learning, peer learning, action learning, blended solutions, learning portal management, toolkits, and marketing campaigns). Facilitation: Deliver quality training programs and development experiences through various platforms and methodologies. Competencies Building Effective Teams Collaboration Leading by Example Communicates Effectively Ensures Accountability and Execution Business Acumen Plans, Aligns, and Prioritizes Organizational Agility Qualifications and Special Skills Required Bachelor's Degree required; Advanced degree in Instructional Design, Learning, Leadership, Psychology, Organization Development, or other related fields preferred. Proven track record with at least 7 years of experience in training or client‑facing roles, with 3‑5 years of leading programs or teams. Experience delivering learning in a highly distributed environment; retail experience strongly preferred. Prior experience with enterprise diversity and inclusion training design and delivery is a plus. Physical Requirements/ADA Job requires ability to work in an office environment, primarily on a computer. Requires sitting, standing, walking, hearing, talking on the telephone, attending in‑person meetings, typing, and working with paper/files. Consistent timeliness and regular attendance required. Vision requirements: Ability to see information in print and/or electronically. This role requires regular in‑office presence, including engagement in in‑person team interaction, meetings and collaboration, client support, mentoring, coaching, and/or feedback. However, this role can perform duties effectively using a combination of in‑office and remote work. Supervisory Responsibilities 3 direct reports (Sr. Manager, Manager, Specialist); vendor/consultant resources on key projects. Salary Information The base salary range for this role is $119,800–$225,250. The base salary range is dependent on factors including, but not limited to, experience, skills, qualifications, relevant education, certifications, seniority, and location. The range listed is just one component of the total compensation package for employees. Other rewards vary by position and location. EEO Statement Ross is an equal employment opportunity employer. We consider individuals for employment or promotion according to their skills, abilities and experience. We believe that it is an essential part of the Company's overall commitment to attract, hire and develop a strong, talented and diverse workforce. 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