Learning and Development Instructional Designer

S&S Activewear; Bolingbrook (IL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance

401(k) plan

Vacation, Personal, and Sick time

Job summary

S&S Activewear in Bolingbrook, IL is looking for an experienced Learning and Development Instructional Designer to create modern learning experiences that support commercial teams. You will collaborate closely with Subject Matter Experts to develop e-learning content and structured learning paths that enhance onboarding and skills.

The ideal candidate will have substantial instructional design experience, proficiency in e-learning tools like Articulate Rise, and the ability to evaluate training effectiveness. Join us to be part of a dynamic team that values innovation and growth.

Qualifications

• 5–7 years of instructional design experience in a corporate environment.
• Experience with e-learning authoring tools such as Articulate Storyline, Rise, Vyond, or similar platforms.
• Strong understanding of adult learning theory and instructional design methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop e-learning modules and structured learning paths.
• Create storyboards and simulations to enhance training.
• Evaluate training effectiveness through learner feedback and performance metrics.

Skills

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Strong instructional design skills

Ability to create engaging learner experiences

Creativity and agility

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Instructional Design or related field

Tools

Articulate Rise

Camtasia

Learning Management Systems (LMS)

Job description

Learning and Development Instructional Designer

Regular FT | Professional | Bolingbrook, IL, US

Salary Range

$110,000 - $125,000 annually

About S&S Activewear

S&S Activewear is a leading North American, tech-enabled specialty distributor of imprintable apparel, including t-shirts, fleece, athletic wear, headwear, workwear, scrubs and accessories. We pride ourselves on being the “critical link” that enables our 100+ brand partners such as Adidas, Columbia and Gildan to reach our hyper-fragmented base of customers, comprised of apparel decorators, eRetailers and promotional products distributors that embellish apparel items for diverse end consumer use cases (e.g., everyday wear, concerts, fitness attire, life events, team sports, etc.). At S&S, we differentiate in the market through a customer service focus, strategic product portfolio, world‑class distribution infrastructure, a collaborative growth culture and a relentless focus on technology and innovation.

Our success has compounded since the Company’s humble beginnings in 1988 as a regional t‑shirt distributor to a leading, multi‑billion‑dollar value‑added distribution platform that drives market penetration for our suppliers while enabling the growth, operations and fulfillment for a diverse range of customers across channels and business sizes. We strive to be the apparel distributor of choice while inspiring and fostering growth for customers, employees and suppliers through our core values of service, deep relationships, innovation, continuous improvement and accountability.

About the Role

S&S Activewear is seeking an experienced Instructional Designer to create modern, scalable learning experiences that support the growth and development of our commercial organization. This role partners closely with the commercial teams and Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) to design engaging learning solutions that accelerate onboarding, product knowledge, consultative selling capabilities, and performance improvement across the commercial organization.

The Instructional Designer will be responsible for developing e‑learning content, structured learning paths, assessments, and performance support tools while modernizing training delivery methods and learner experiences. This position will play a critical role in supporting strategic initiatives, including Consultative Selling and brand/product education programs.

Compensation & Schedule

Salaried: $110,000 - $125,000 (based on experience)

Monday – Friday (standard business hours) Full‑time, exempt

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your life, health, and future. Benefits begin 0–90 days after hire and include Vacation, Personal, and Sick time; Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, and Disability coverage; Flexible Spending Accounts; and a 401(k) plan. You’ll also enjoy discounts on brand‑name apparel, fun employee events, and meaningful opportunities for growth and advancement. Join a company that invests in you from day one.

What You Will Do

• Design and develop e‑learning modules, blended learning programs, and structured learning paths.
• Create storyboards, scenarios, simulations, videos, job aids, and knowledge checks.
• Partner with SMEs to analyze learning needs and translate business requirements into effective training solutions.
• Design readiness assessments, certification programs, and skill‑tracking methodologies.
• Develop onboarding and continuous learning curricula for commercial team members.
• Modernize existing training content using current instructional design best practices and adult learning principles.
• Collaborate with the L&D Specialist to ensure content is effectively deployed through learning systems.
• Evaluate training effectiveness through learner feedback, assessments, and business performance metrics.
• Maintain instructional design standards, templates, and governance processes.
• Support the development of Sales & Industry Foundations and Product/Brand training programs.
• Continuously improve programs based on learner insights and evolving commercial needs.
• Maintain and organize learning resources on LMS and communication channels.
• Develop and maintain organizational communications such as intranet bulletin boards and newsletters to ensure employees have knowledge of training and development events and resources.
• Exemplify a growth mindset and model curiosity, creativity, agility, and learner‑centric thinking.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What We’re Looking For

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to design eye‑catching graphics, videos and e‑learnings that not only share content but also keep the learners engaged.
• Proven ability to design and develop learning content using Articulate Rise and other multimedia platforms.
• Strong instructional design skills with the ability to simplify complexity and create engaging learner experiences.
• Creativity, agility, and comfort operating in a fast‑paced, evolving environment.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to evaluate and research training options and alternatives.
• Travel to distribution centers or sales events as needed.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Instructional Design, Education, Organizational Development, Learning Technologies, or related field.
• 5–7 years of instructional design experience in a corporate environment.
• Experience with e‑learning authoring tools such as Articulate Storyline, Rise, Vyond, Camtasia, or similar platforms.
• Strong understanding of adult learning theory and instructional design methodologies (ADDIE, SAM, etc.).
• Excellent project management and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience creating engaging digital learning experiences and assessments.
• Experience supporting sales enablement or commercial training programs.
• Familiarity with LMS platforms such as Workday Learning, Cornerstone, or similar systems.
• Experience in distribution, manufacturing, wholesale, or apparel industries.
• Experience with L&D in a Sales environment, particularly B2B, preferred (but not required).
• Knowledge of learning analytics and performance measurement.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or listen.

Working Environment

This job operates in a professional office and home office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable people with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Equal Opportunity Employer

S&S Activewear welcomes people of all backgrounds and experiences and are committed to creating a diverse culture and supporting human growth. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing equal opportunity for all employees and applicants. We conduct business without regard to sex, race, creed, color, religion, marital status, national origin, citizenship status, age, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, military status, status as a veteran, or any other protected characteristic. Our policy is to recruit, hire, train, promote, assign, transfer, and terminate employees based on their own ability, achievement, experience and conduct and other legitimate business reasons. S&S participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I‑9 information to confirm you are authorized to work in the U.S.

This job offer is contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory background check.