Learning Specialist, Stores Training & Development - A&F Co
- Columbus, OH
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Own the delivery of an engaging digital learning experience for our global stores organization
- Create original content from intake to delivery, and partner with subject matter experts to research, design & develop content that meets the needs of the business and associate
- Leverage digital design platforms to deliver short form content with a heavy focus on video creation
- Build, maintain and maximize the Learning Management System to effectively serve content, track adoption and deliver insights
- Develop content for live facilitation when needed
- Support insight collection through survey build and dissemination, and create executive summaries for learning leaders, HR partners and other business leaders
- Partner with the other HR centers of excellence and HR business partners to align learning and development programming with overall HR initiatives to maximize impact
- Gather insights from store leaders and associates to inform learning opportunities and solutions
- Actively track timelines and deliverables for multiple projects laddering up to the overall learning & development roadmap
- Ensure the A&F Co. Culture & Values, Leadership Standards, and Purpose are embedded throughout learning & development programs
- Team up with the Global Inclusion & Diversity team on developing programming to strengthen inclusion, diversity, and cultural competencies across the organization as the company continues to grow globally
- Maintain budget and point of contact relationships with vendors and consultants
- Stay curious and research best practices in learning, growth and development to ensure our programs evolve in progressive ways
- Bachelor's Degree or related experience
- 4+ years of experience in Human Resources, Leadership Development or Stores Leadership or related experience preferred
- Ability to design learning materials that are clear, informative, digestible and visually appealing
- Familiarity with different learning technologies and content development tools
- Experience creating short form video content and digital learning pathways
- Live facilitation experience preferred
- Experience and ability to confidently facilitate engaging presentations and classes
- Confidence to interact with and influence all levels of leadership across HR and stores
- Proven leadership experience and ability to thrive in team-based settings
- Successful track record in building and maintaining relationships
- Engaging and optimistic personality with the ability to respond quickly and positively to change
- Curiosity about how people learn and grow best
- High standards and attention to detail
- Ability to manage multiple priorities, projects and deliverables effectively
- Passion for retail and the Abercrombie & Fitch Co. family of brands
- Incentive bonus program
- Annual companywide review process
- Flexible spending accounts
- Medical, dental and vision insurance
- Life and disability insurance
- Associate assistance program
- Paid parental and adoption leave
- Access to fertility and adoption benefits through Carrot
- Access to mental health and wellness app, Headspace
- Paid time off and one paid volunteer day per year, allowing you to give back to your community
- Work from anywhere (Mondays and Fridays are “work from anywhere” days for most roles and six work from anywhere weeks per year)
- Seven associate wellness half days per year
- Merchandise discount on all of our brands
- Opportunities for career advancement, we believe in promoting from within
- Access to multiple Associate Resource Groups
- Global team of people who will celebrate you for being YOU!