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 & development
- Expertise in instructional design, UX, and visual storytelling principles
- Proficiency 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 partner cross-functionally with Product, Marketing, Partner Management, and Sales teams
- Knowledge of learning management systems (LMS) for certification data, reporting, and learner tracking
- Skills in defining KPIs, measuring ROI, and using data analytics/dashboards
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 to align product and certification 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 (ILT, vILT, eLearning, video, simulations, microlearning, blended learning) 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, and renewals
- Ensure certifications are industry-recognized and build governance/version control processes
- Collaborate with Learning Platforms and Tech teams to manage certification data and reporting
- Define learning KPIs and success metrics tied to business outcomes (e.g., advertiser spend, platform usage, campaign performance)
- Partner with analytics teams to evaluate learning impact and ROI using dashboards
- Present insights and recommendations to leadership on program performance and adoption trends
Skills
Key technologies and capabilities for this role
Questions & Answers
Common questions about this position
What are the key responsibilities of this Sr. Manager 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 vendors.
What skills and tools are required for content development in this position?
The role requires instructional design, UX, and visual storytelling principles, plus proficiency with tools such as Articulate Rise/Storyline, Adobe Captivate, Camtasia, Vyond, 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 leadership experience makes a strong candidate for this role?
A strong candidate is a strategic, player/coach leader who can manage a team of designers and vendors while personally developing and delivering key learning programs, and partnering cross-functionally with Product, Marketing, Sales, and others.
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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