Specialist, Learning and Development

skechers; Manhattan Beach (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

The Skechers Learning and Development team is seeking a proactive Specialist to shape and deliver engaging learning programs across global teams. You will design content, manage end-to-end delivery, and collaborate with HR and business partners to align initiatives with Skechers' growth goals.

You'll work with tools like Articulate Rise and Canva to create impactful materials, facilitate sessions across virtual and in-person formats, and help measure effectiveness to drive continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Experience in learning and development or related field.
• Ability to design and deliver learning programs.
• Experience with delivering both virtual and in-person training.

Responsibilities

• Own and manage end-to-end execution of learning programs from planning to evaluation.
• Facilitate engaging learning experiences for diverse audiences in virtual and in-person settings.
• Coordinate training calendars, logistics, and materials to ensure smooth delivery.
• Collaborate with HR and business partners to align programs with organizational needs.

Skills

Collaborative

Proactive

Relationship building

Communication skills

Agility and resilience

Tools

Articulate Rise

Canva

Job description

Skechers is a consumer-centric, strategic global brand with 4,500+ stores worldwide. Our product reaches consumers through our strong domestic wholesale footprint, from department to athletic and specialty stores while our international market continues to be our highest growth category. We welcome you to join our global team of strategically minded individuals with a culture that fosters leaders, creators, and collaborators.

The Learning and Development Specialist is an essential part of the Skechers Learning and Development team who supports the team's goal of creating a culture of continuous learning, ensuring employees are equipped with the required skills and knowledge, driving both individual growth and organizational performance. In this role, the Learning and Development Specialist plays a vital part in shaping meaningful employee experiences across a range of learning programs and initiatives - helping employees feel supported, prepared, and empowered to grow at every stage of their journey.

Central to this work is a commitment to delivering branded learning experiences that authentically reflect and celebrate Skechers culture, reinforcing who we are as a company at every touchpoint of the employee experience.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

Program Management & Delivery

• Own and manage the end-to-end execution of assigned learning programs and initiatives, from planning and development through delivery and evaluation.
• Facilitate dynamic learning experiences for diverse audiences across virtual and in-person environments that drive engagement, participation, and practical application of knowledge.
• Coordinate training calendars, logistics, set-up, communications, and program materials to ensure smooth delivery of learning experiences.
• Partner with relevant stakeholders to ensure assigned programs remain current, relevant, and aligned with evolving business needs.
• Identify opportunities for continuous improvement and innovation within assigned programs and across the broader L&D portfolio.
• Balance multiple learning projects and timelines simultaneously while ensuring on-time delivery of high-quality learning experiences and materials.

Learning Content & Design

• Collaborate with the Learning & Development team and key stakeholders, including HR and business partners across Skechers' global teams, to identify learning and development needs and requirements.
• Ensure learning programs and content are aligned with organizational goals and career development paths while maintaining consistency, accuracy, and relevance across all learning experiences.
• Develop and maintain engaging learning materials including facilitator guides, presentations, participant workbooks, job aids, e-learning modules, and multimedia content using tools such as Articulate Rise, Canva, and other content authoring tools.
• Leverage learning technologies and innovative learning strategies to enhance learner engagement and effectiveness across diverse audiences.
• Evaluate learning effectiveness through participation metrics, learner feedback, knowledge retention, and business impact measures to support continuous improvement.
• Stay current on industry trends, instructional design practices, and learning technologies.

Program Facilitation & Delivery

• Facilitate engaging and impactful learning sessions for varied audiences in both virtual and in-person settings, fostering an inclusive and energizing learning environment.
• Adapt facilitation style and approach to meet the needs of diverse learner groups, experience levels, and delivery formats.
• Ensure all facilitated experiences are on-brand, up-to-date, and incorporate approved regional and organizational information.

Team Collaboration & Support

• Connect and collaborate with global L&D partners to ensure identified learning experiences are globally consistent and to discover regional best practices.
• Consult with HR and business partners to align learning solutions with organizational priorities and business objectives.
• Support organizational development initiatives including employee engagement, performance management, leadership development, and change management efforts as needed.

WHAT YOU'LL BRING

• A collaborative team member who actively contributes to shared goals, supports their colleagues, and fosters a positive, high-performing team environment
• A proactive and solutions-oriented professional
• A natural relationship-builder who connects easily with people at every level
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Demonstrates agility and resilience in response to changing priorities, timelines, and organizational needs
• A clear and compelling communicator who tailors their message effectively across written and verbal formats for diverse audiences a