Director, Commercial Learning and Development
Gilead SciencesSalary not specified
Full Time
Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Retail, Advertising, TechnologyIndustries
Requirements
- Strategic leadership and player/coach experience in learning and development
- Expertise in designing, developing, and delivering multi-modal learning programs (ILT, vILT, eLearning, video, simulations, microlearning, blended learning)
- Proficiency in instructional design, UX, and visual storytelling principles
- Hands-on skills with tools such as Articulate Rise/Storyline, Adobe Captivate, Camtasia, Vyond, and Adobe Creative Suite
- Experience facilitating live and virtual training sessions, certifications, and workshops
- Ability to manage certification programs, including lifecycle, assessment design, governance, version control, and LMS integration
- Cross-functional partnership skills with Product, Marketing, Partner Management, Sales, SMEs, Learning Platforms, Tech, analytics, and BI teams
- Capability to define KPIs, measure learning impact/ROI, and present insights to leadership
Responsibilities
- Lead the expansion of Walmart Connect Academy into a unified learning platform for internal associates and external advertisers, agencies, and partners
- Manage a team of designers and vendors while personally developing and delivering key learning programs and certifications
- Partner cross-functionally with Product, Marketing, Partner Management, and Sales to align programs with business goals and go-to-market priorities
- Identify opportunities to build role-based learning paths to increase product knowledge, adoption, and confidence
- Design and deliver multi-modal learning programs tailored for internal and external audiences
- Build modular, tiered curricula (101/201/301) from foundational to advanced levels
- Develop visually compelling learning assets using specified tools
- Facilitate live and virtual product training sessions, certifications, and enablement workshops
- Partner with SMEs and leaders to ensure content reflects latest product updates and best practices
- Oversee the full lifecycle of certification programs, including concept, assessment design, delivery, localization, renewals, and governance
- Ensure certifications are industry-recognized and maintain accuracy/consistency with product evolution
- Collaborate with Learning Platforms and Tech teams for certification data, reporting, and learner tracking in the LMS
- Define learning KPIs and success metrics tied to business outcomes (e.g., advertiser spend, platform usage, proficiency, campaign performance)
- Partner with analytics and BI teams to evaluate learning impact and ROI using dashboards and reporting
- Present insights and recommendations to leadership on program performance, adoption trends, and improvements
Skills
Key technologies and capabilities for this role
Questions & Answers
Common questions about this position
What are the key responsibilities of this role?
The role involves strategic leadership in expanding Walmart Connect Academy, designing multi-modal learning programs like ILT, vILT, eLearning, and facilitating training sessions, while serving as a player/coach managing a team and developing content.
What skills and tools are required for this position?
Proficiency in instructional design, UX, visual storytelling, and tools such as Articulate Rise/Storyline, Adobe Captivate, Camtasia, Vyond, and Adobe Creative Suite is required, along with facilitation expertise for live and virtual sessions.
Is this a remote position or does it require office work?
This information is not specified in the job description.
What is the salary or compensation for this role?
This information is not specified in the job description.
What makes a strong candidate for this Senior Manager role?
A strong candidate is a strategic player/coach leader with expertise in learning program design, content development using eLearning tools, facilitation, and cross-functional partnership skills to align with business goals.
Walmart
Global retail chain offering affordable products
About Walmart
Walmart operates a chain of hypermarkets, discount department stores, and grocery stores, providing a wide variety of products at low prices to everyday consumers, families, and communities. The company combines physical retail locations with an e-commerce platform, allowing customers to shop for groceries, apparel, electronics, and household items both in-store and online. Walmart's efficient supply chain management and large-scale purchasing enable it to maintain affordability, setting it apart from competitors. The company also offers financial services and health and wellness services, including pharmacies and vision centers. Walmart's goal is to save people money and support communities, as demonstrated by its efforts during the COVID-19 pandemic and its commitment to social responsibility, including programs for veterans and military families.
Bentonville, ArkansasHeadquarters
1962Year Founded
$5,515MTotal Funding
IPOCompany Stage
Financial Services, Consumer GoodsIndustries
10,001+Employees
Benefits
PTO: Paid vacation, sick time, personal time and holiday time
10% discount on regularly priced general merchandise and fresh fruits and vegetables
6% 401(k) match to all employees, including hourly workers, after one year
Roth IRA available
Associate Stock Purchase Plan
maximum and eligible preventive care covered at 100%
Health reimbursement plans
Risks
Rising U.S. labor costs could pressure profit margins.
Amazon's grocery delivery expansion threatens Walmart's market share.
Fintech investments expose Walmart to financial regulatory risks.
Differentiation
Walmart's omnichannel strategy integrates physical and online retail seamlessly.
The company offers a wide range of products at consistently low prices.
Walmart's commitment to community support enhances its brand reputation.
Upsides
Walmart's investment in fintech expands its financial services offerings.
Robotics integration in distribution centers boosts operational efficiency.
Culturally themed product lines attract diverse customer segments.
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