Senior Manager, Learning & Development

Fleet Feet Sports; Carrboro (NC); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Fleet Feet is seeking a Senior Manager, Learning & Development to enhance employee development initiatives. The role requires a strategic approach to building comprehensive learning programs that support various teams, along with responsibilities for program evaluation and budget management. Embrace a culture of collaboration and passion as you help shape the future of learning in a top running retailer.

Benefits

Robust benefits package including medical, dental, vision

401(k) with 4% employer match

Training and advancement opportunities

Professional development programs

Community involvement and service initiatives

Discounts on training programs and products

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in Learning & Development.
• Strong background in instructional design and curriculum development.
• Excellent facilitation and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Enhance existing training programs and design new initiatives.
• Create strategic learning and development plans aligned with business goals.
• Manage budgets and vendor relationships for external training services.

Skills

Instructional design

Curriculum development

Facilitation

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Project management

Job description

Our Company

We believeRunning Changes Everything. If you believe that, too, we want to talk. With more than 280 stores and a robust e-commerce site, Fleet Feet is the largest running retailer in the country. Catering to more than runners, we pride ourselves on having an inclusive environment! We believe it’s a privilege to serve and to deliver unmatched service and support when outfitting every customer. We run together to solve problems, reach goals, encourage others and champion our brand.

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Overview

Fleet Feet is looking for a dynamic and strategic Senior Manager, Learning & Development to lead the enhancement and expansion of our employee development programs. This role will design, deliver, and evaluate training initiatives while building a comprehensive learning strategy that supports the growth of our Retail, Store Support (HQ), and Distribution Center teams. Based in Carrboro, NC, this role follows a hybrid schedule with a local presence required 2–3 days per week.

Ready to lead learning with purpose? Apply today and help us shape the future of development at Fleet Feet.

Responsibilities

• Enhance and Deliver Programs: During Year 1, improve existing programs including Mentorship, Employee Resource Groups, Performance Management, Manager Training, and Employee Engagement. Design and facilitate in-person and virtual training sessions.
• Learning Strategy Development: By Year 2, create and execute a strategic learning and development plan aligned with Fleet Feet’s business goals.
• Leadership Development: Build programs to support leadership capabilities at all levels. Partner with senior leaders to identify gaps and address them through targeted learning opportunities.
• Employee Development: Provide employees with tools and resources to guide their own career growth and advancement.
• Performance Management: Align learning initiatives with performance management practices. Lead efforts to revamp the performance review process, including cadence and tools.
• Measurement and Evaluation: Define and track key performance indicators to measure learning effectiveness and continuously improve programs based on feedback and outcomes.
• Budget & Vendor Oversight: Manage the L&D budget and vendor relationships, including contract negotiations for external learning services.
• Cross-functional Collaboration: Partner with HR Operations, HR Team, Retail Operations, and other internal teams to embed learning into Fleet Feet’s culture and values.

Note: This role is currently an individual contributor position, with potential to grow into a people leader.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in Learning & Development
• 1–2 years of people management experience is a plus
• Strong background in instructional design, curriculum development, and program evaluation
• Deep understanding of adult learning principles and learning technologies
• Excellent facilitation, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet competing deadlines
• Experience managing budgets and external training vendors
• Travel: Occasional (15%)

Why You’ll Love It Here

At Fleet Feet, we’re more than just a company—we’re a passionate, mission-driven community. We believe in building teams where everyone can bring their whole selves to work, and we foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, and belonging. When you join Fleet Feet, you’re joining a team dedicated to helping each other grow, succeed, and make a meaningful impact every day.

Benefits

At Fleet Feet, we provide more than just a job. We offer opportunities to thrive, grow, and make a meaningful impact. Here’s what you can look forward to:

• Robust benefits packageincluding medical, dental, vision, FSA, HSA, EAP, and more
• 401(k) with 4% employer match and immediate vesting(available to part- and full-time employees age 21+ at company-owned stores)
• Training and advancement opportunitiesacross the Fleet Feet brand
• Professional development programs, including mentorship, employee resource groups, and monthly learning sessions
• Community involvement and service initiativessupporting local engagement
• Discountson training programs and products
• Supportive, passionate teammateswho live the mission every day
• See the full offering in ourFleet Feet Benefits Summaryfor full-time employees working 30+ hours/week

Equal Opportunity & Reasonable Accommodations

We are an equal opportunity employer and believe having teams in which everyone brings their whole self to Fleet Feet is key to our success. We encourage people of all backgrounds, experiences, abilities, and perspectives. Our dedication to inclusion is reflected in our hiring practices, workplace culture, and community engagement.

Fleet Feet utilizes E-Verify in all corporate and company-operated stores as part of the hiring process.