Partner, Learning & Development

C&S Wholesale Grocers; Keene (NH); Remote; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

401k match

PTO & Holidays

Career progression

Tuition reimbursement

Health & Wellness

Employee discounts

Employee assistance

Job summary

C&S Wholesale Grocers is seeking an experienced Learning & Development Partner to lead onboarding and compliance training initiatives across the U.S. You will manage Workday Learning, develop curricula, and collaborate with HR and operations leadership to improve learner adoption.

The role involves cross-functional work with Supply Chain and Transportation, and a travel obligation of up to 20%. A strong background in adult learning and stakeholder engagement is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree required in HR or related field.
• Experience delivering onboarding and compliance training.
• Hands-on LMS administration experience, preferably Workday Learning.

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver onboarding programs for smooth new-hire experience.
• Roll out core compliance training programs.
• Administer Workday Learning content, learner engagement, reporting, and troubleshooting.
• Maintain SOPs for LMS administration and publish self-help articles.
• Serve as Workday Learning liaison to HRIS for training content and assignments.
• Update training content for accuracy and compliance.
• Track training completion and program effectiveness.
• Create instructional materials and e-learning modules.
• Provide support to employees and managers on training questions.

Skills

Adult learning principles

Analytical skills

Stakeholder collaboration

Training needs assessment

Effective communication

Facilitation skills

Curriculum development

Onboarding training delivery

Education

Bachelor's Degree - Human Resources Management

Bachelor's Degree - Organizational Leadership

CPLP - American Society for Training & Development

Tools

Workday Learning

Articulate

Captivate

Job description

Position Overview

Keep our communities fed. Our focus is simple but meaningful — from our distribution centers to our offices, every employee of C&S and our family of companies works to help feed local families, neighbors, and communities.

As a Partner, Learning & Development, you’ll play a key role as part of the Talent Organizational & Development (TOD) team. You will lead learning and development initiatives specifically supporting the Field and Operations functions of the business. This role will require close collaboration with Supply Chain and Transportation business leaders and Field HR Business Partners.

Job Description

Full-Time, Remote Role

Travel: Up to 20% travel to C&S Family of Companies locations across the U.S.

You will contribute by:

• Collaborating cross-functionally to design, deliver, and continuously improve onboarding programs to ensure a smooth and engaging new-hire experience.
• Coordinating the successful rollout of core compliance training programs.
• Administering Workday Learning, including content management, learner engagement, reporting, and troubleshooting.
• Reviewing, updating, and maintaining Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for LMS administration, as well as Workday Learning user self-help articles.
• Serving as the Workday Learning liaison to the HRIS team on the technical design and publishing of content, training activities, and learning assignments.
• Maintaining and updating training content in Workday Learning to ensure accuracy, relevance, and compliance with company policies.
• Tracking and reporting on training completion, compliance metrics, and program effectiveness.
• Supporting the creation of instructional materials, such as presentations, guides, and e-learning modules, that adhere to internal learning design and governance standards.
• Providing support to employees and managers regarding training-related questions and Workday Learning usage.
• Ensuring all required training is delivered on time and properly documented.

We’re searching for candidates with

• Knowledge of adult learning principles and styles.
• Strong analytical skills, with the ability to translate analysis into recommendations.
• Proficiency with e-learning or performance support technology and production tools (e.g., Articulate, Captivate).
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to interact effectively with all levels of employees and management.
• Strong influencing skills and the ability to engage and influence at all levels of an organization.
• Strong facilitation and presentation skills, including the ability to gain and retain the attention and involvement of sophisticated and challenging audiences.
• Excellent consultative skills and the ability to manage client relationships.
• Ability to develop engaging and effective training curriculum to provide essential knowledge and enhance user adoption.
• Experience delivering onboarding and compliance training programs.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, particularly when tracking and reporting.
• Strong project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
• 2-5 years of experience in learning and development, training, HR, or a similar role.
• Hands-on experience administering a Learning Management System (LMS), ideally Workday Learning, including managing learning transcripts and courses, running reports, and working with the business to design and upload courses.
• Experience with Learning and Development operations, including learning projects, classroom learning, and the development and delivery of learning content.
• Experience with Leadership and Organizational Development training and facilitation, Talent Development, or Human Resources Business Partner functions.
• Knowledge of organizational development, change management, leadership development, talent planning, performance management, and organization design.
• Experience interacting with senior management and the ability to engage and influence at all levels of an organization.
• Ability to travel up to 20% as needed.

Environment

Office: Office Temperature (65F to 75F) Warehouse: Store/Grocery Warehouse (50F to 90F)

We offer

• Weekly Pay Benefits available from day 1 (medical, dental, vision, and more)
• Company matched 401k
• PTO and Holiday Pay offered
• Career Progression Opportunities
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Health & Wellness program
• Employee Discounts / Purchasing programs
• Employee Assistance Program

Every person matters. We keep our values alive through a culture that embraces differences and ensures that every person matters.

The Fine Print

This Job advertisement does not constitute a promise or guarantee of employment.

This job advertisement describes the general nature and level of this position only.

Essential functions and responsibilities may change as business needs require.

This position may be with any affiliate of C&S Wholesale Grocers.

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Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree - Human Resources Management
• Bachelor's Degree - Organizational Leadership
• Certified Professional in Learning and Performance (CPLP) - American Society for Training & Development
• Shift 1st Shift (United States of America)
• Company C&S Wholesale Grocers, LLC

Company C&S Wholesale Grocers, LLC

About Our Company: C&S Wholesale Grocers, LLC is an industry leader in supply chain solutions and wholesale grocery supply in the United States. Founded in 1918 as a supplier to independent grocery stores, C&S now services customers of all sizes, supplying more than 7,500 independent supermarkets, chain stores, military bases and institutions with over 100,000 different products. C&S also proudly operates and supports corporate grocery stores and services independent franchisees under a chain-style model throughout the Midwest, South and Northeast. We are an engaged corporate citizen, supporting causes that positively impact our communities.

Working Safely is a Condition of Employment at C&S Wholesale Grocers, LLC.

C&S Wholesale Grocers is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class.

The Company provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act.

C&S Wholesale Grocers, LLC is an industry leader in supply chain solutions and wholesale grocery supply in the United States. Founded in 1918 as a supplier to independent grocery stores, C&S now services customers of all sizes, supplying more than 7,500 independent supermarkets, chain stores, military bases and institutions with over 100,000 different products. C&S also proudly operates and supports corporate grocery stores and services independent franchisees under a chain-style model throughout the Midwest, South and Northeast. We are an engaged corporate citizen, supporting causes that positively impact our communities.