Strategic L&D Programs Lead

ARCO; Downers Grove (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Industry-leading bonus program

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

Traditional and Roth 401k

Tuition reimbursement for associates

Scholarship for associates’ children

1-month paid sabbatical after every 5 

1-week paid volunteer leave each year

100% charitable match

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

100% paid 12-week maternity leave

Job summary

ARCO is seeking a driven L&D Program Manager to lead tactical development, implementation, and coordination of learning programs within a division. You will partner with HR, leadership, and cross-functional teams to identify development needs and deliver aligned programs.

You will work with peers to ensure enterprise-wide consistency, implement learning paths in the LMS, and co-manage the division's L&D budget. This role requires travel 15-25% and a passion for scalable learning solutions.

Qualifications

• BA/BS degree in adult learning, organizational development, organizational behavior, or related field; equivalent experience considered
• 5-8 years in Learning & Development or related field, preferably in construction
• Experience with public speaking or facilitation preferred
• Experience with Learning Management Systems preferred
• Project Management Certification (PMP) is a plus

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and assess training programs aligned to business goals and associate development needs within the assigned division
• Establish partnership as a trusted L&D advisor with divisional operational leaders
• Collaborate with L&D Program Manager counterpart to ensure unity and consistency across the enterprise
• Develop detailed shared project plans to monitor and track progress
• Support content development and design (on-the-job training materials, presentations, and e-learning), and facilitate course offerings when needed
• Partner with the Learning Technology Specialist to implement learning paths, reporting structures, and system changes in the LMS that support division programs
• Co-manage the division's L&D budget in partnership with the Director
• Travel between 15-25% required

Skills

Analytical skills

Interpersonal communication

Written/verbal communication

Adult learning principles

Instructional design

Training delivery methods

Public speaking facilitation

Flexibility/adaptability

Attention to detail

Multitasking in fast-paced environment

Education

BA/BS in adult learning or related field

Project Management Certification (PMP)

Tools

Learning Management Systems

Job description

ARCO is seeking a driven L&D Program Manager to lead tactical development, implementation, and coordination of learning programs within a division. You will partner with HR, leadership, and cross-functional teams to identify development needs and deliver aligned programs.

You will work with peers to ensure enterprise-wide consistency, implement learning paths in the LMS, and co-manage the division's L&D budget. This role requires travel 15-25% and a passion for scalable learning solutions.