Manager, Talent Acceleration / Talent Development

SharkNinja; Needham (MA); On-site; USD 125,000 - 152,700; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401(k) with matching

Employee stock purchase program

Paid time off

Job summary

SharkNinja is seeking a Manager, Talent Acceleration (tX) / Talent Development to translate strategy into high-impact, scalable learning and culture programs. Based at our Needham, MA headquarters, you’ll drive day-to-day execution, coordinate cross-functional teams, and deliver programs that accelerate careers and strengthen performance.

You will translate priorities into clear plans, manage multiple initiatives, and provide insights to continuously improve.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in talent development, learning, HR, consulting, or related fields.
• Strong project and program management skills.
• Ability to turn ideas into action with clear plans and execution.
• Experience running programs end-to-end (logistics, stakeholders, tracking, follow-through).
• Comfort using data to measure impact and drive improvements.

Responsibilities

• Run the day-to-day execution of Talent Acceleration / Talent Development programs across learning, leadership, performance, and culture.
• Turn priorities into clear plans -- building timelines, workflows, and tracking progress.
• Manage multiple programs at once, keeping everything organized and on track.
• Coordinate logistics and systems behind programs (e.g., onboarding, sessions, tools, communications).
• Create and maintain playbooks, guides, and documentation so programs can scale.
• Partner with HRBPs and business leaders to embed programs into how teams work.
• Provide regular updates and insights on progress, impact, and opportunities to improve.
• Spot risks or roadblocks early and escalate when needed.
• Work closely with the Director of Talent Acceleration to align on priorities, trade-offs, and execution decisions.
• Support and guide program resources (e.g., Co‑op and LMS contractor) on day-to-day work.
• Use feedback and data to continuously improve the experience and effectiveness of programs.

Skills

Project / program management

End-to-end program delivery

Data-driven decision making

Stakeholder management

Communication

Prioritization / multitasking

Collaboration

Attention to detail

Job description

About Us

SharkNinja is a global product design and technology company, with a diversified portfolio of 5‑star rated lifestyle solutions that positively impact people’s lives in homes around the world.

AI at SharkNinja

At SharkNinja, we’re building an AI‑native culture. We’re not waiting for the future; we’re creating it. Our people are expected to experiment boldly, adopt new tools, and continuously raise what’s possible to create meaningful impact for our consumers. If you believe the best way to do your job hasn’t been invented yet, you’ll fit right in.

Job Overview

As a Manager, Talent Acceleration (tX) / Talent Development, you’ll play a key role in bringing our talent, learning, and culture programs to life. This is a hands‑on role focused on execution—turning ideas into well‑run, high‑impact experiences that help our teams grow, perform, and stay connected to what makes SharkNinja unique.

Based in our Needham, MA headquarters and reporting to the Director of Talent Acceleration, you’ll manage the day‑to‑day delivery of key initiatives. The Manager, Talent Acceleration / Talent Development will translate priorities into clear plans, keep programs running smoothly, and provide insights that help us continuously improve.

Our People & Culture team partners closely with the business to build high‑performing teams and accelerate careers. We move quickly, test and learn, and focus on what drives real impact.

What You’ll Do

• Run the day‑to‑day execution of Talent Acceleration / Talent Development programs across learning, leadership, performance, and culture
• Turn priorities into clear plans -- building timelines, workflows, and tracking progress
• Manage multiple programs at once, keeping everything organized and on track
• Coordinate logistics and systems behind programs (e.g., onboarding, sessions, tools, communications)
• Create and maintain playbooks, guides, and documentation so programs can scale
• Partner with HRBPs and business leaders to embed programs into how teams work
• Provide regular updates and insights on progress, impact, and opportunities to improve
• Spot risks or roadblocks early and escalate when needed
• Work closely with the Director of Talent Acceleration to align on priorities, trade‑offs, and execution decisions
• Support and guide program resources (e.g., Co‑op and LMS contractor) on day‑to‑day work
• Use feedback and data to continuously improve the experience and effectiveness of programs

What You’ll Bring

• ~5+ years of experience in talent development, learning, HR, consulting, or related fields
• Strong project/program management skills -- you know how to keep things moving and organized
• Ability to turn ideas into action, building clear plans and executing against them
• Experience running programs or initiatives end‑to‑end (logistics, stakeholders, tracking, follow‑through)
• Comfort working with data to understand what’s working and where to improve
• Strong communication skills -- you can keep stakeholders informed and aligned
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment
• A collaborative mindset and ability to build strong working relationships
• Attention to detail and a strong sense of ownership over your work
• Curiosity and a continuous improvement mindset

Who Thrives Here?

• You don’t wait for permission -- you see a challenge and own it.
• You embrace discomfort -- growth happens on the edge of possibility.
• You don’t just do your job -- you redefine what’s possible.
• You play to win -- repeatedly. Winning today fuels winning tomorrow.
• You thrive on unvarnished feedback -- it fuels your growth.
• You ask, “How can we make this happen -- faster, bigger, better?”
• You have an insatiable curiosity for differentiated hard‑to‑replicate insights.
• You execute with urgency, rapidly iterating, identifying gaps, and pivoting.
• You persist through adversity, relentlessly driving results.

Salaries and Benefits

Salary and other compensation: The annual salary range for this position is $125,000–$152,700 USD.

Benefits: medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, flexible spending accounts, health‑savings accounts (HSA) with company contribution, 401(k) retirement plan with matching, employee stock purchase program, life insurance, AD&D, short‑term disability insurance, long‑term disability insurance, generous paid time off, company holidays, parental leave, identity theft protection, pet insurance, pre‑paid legal insurance, backup child and eldercare days, product discounts, referral bonus program, and more.

EEO Statement

We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability, or any other class protected by legislation, and local law. SharkNinja will consider reasonable accommodations consistent with legislation, and local law. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact SharkNinja People & Culture at [e-mail]