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 in learning and development, including developing and executing associate learning strategies aligned with business priorities
- Hands-on expertise in instructional design, content development, and facilitation across modalities (ILT, vILT, e-learning, microlearning, blended)
- Proficiency with authoring and creative tools (Articulate Rise/Storyline, Adobe Captivate, Camtasia, Vyond, PowerPoint, Adobe Creative Suite)
- Knowledge of adult learning principles, cognitive science, and UX design for high-impact, learner-centered content
- Experience in needs analysis, capability gap analysis, and designing modular learning paths, tiered curricula (101/201/301), and competency models
- Ability to manage a small team of instructional designers and facilitators as a player/coach
- Skills in measurement and analytics, including defining KPIs, Kirkpatrick/Phillips ROI frameworks, and tying learning to business outcomes (productivity, retention, promotion readiness)
- Partnership experience with stakeholders, HR, SMEs, and business leaders
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute a comprehensive associate learning strategy aligned with Walmart Connect’s business priorities, talent goals, and performance metrics
- Act as a player/coach, managing a small team while leading design, development, and delivery of key learning initiatives
- Conduct ongoing analysis of associate performance and skill gaps to identify opportunities for career development and operational improvement
- Serve as a trusted learning advisor to People and Business leaders
- Lead strategic needs analysis sessions with stakeholders, HR, and functional leaders to identify capability requirements
- Facilitate discussions with SMEs to extract knowledge and translate into learning objectives and deliverables
- Design end-to-end learning paths (onboarding through leadership readiness) that are modular, measurable, and aligned to career progression
- Build tiered curricula (101/201/301) for foundational, intermediate, and advanced skills
- Create and deliver learning programs across multiple modalities, applying adult learning and UX principles
- Develop visually engaging learning materials using specified tools
- Facilitate key programs such as onboarding, leadership workshops, and skill-based training
- Coach SMEs and facilitators on content delivery and learner engagement best practices
- Lead design and execution of Onboarding 2.0 and “everboarding” programs for ongoing, personalized learning
- Partner with HR and business leaders to design leadership development programs emphasizing communication, coaching, and decision-making
- Define learning KPIs and success metrics tied to performance outcomes
- Implement evaluation frameworks to measure learning effectiveness and business impact
Skills
Key technologies and capabilities for this role
Questions & Answers
Common questions about this position
What are the key responsibilities of this Senior Manager role?
The role involves strategic learning leadership, needs analysis and learning path development, and program design, content development, and facilitation for associate development at Walmart Connect.
What skills and tools are required for instructional design in this position?
The role requires expertise in instructional design across modalities like ILT, vILT, e-learning, and microlearning, applying adult learning principles, and using tools such as Articulate Rise/Storyline, Adobe Captivate, Camtasia, Vyond, PowerPoint, and Adobe Creative Suite.
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 kind of experience makes a strong candidate for this position?
Strong candidates will have hands-on expertise in instructional design and facilitation, strategic program leadership, experience managing a small team as a player/coach, and skills in analyzing capability gaps and designing scalable learning experiences.
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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