Sr Mgr, Learning & Development

Job Description

Who we are

As the Working and Learning Company, we at Staples Canada, are dynamic, inspiring partners to our customers and the communities in which we live.  At Staples, we inspire people to work smarter, learn more and grow every day. We look for people who are curious, approachable, and passionate, and who enjoy finding solutions.

If that’s you, let’s work, learn, and grow together.

We are building an inclusive and diverse team

Staples Canada is creating an inclusive and diverse work environment. We welcome, value and thrive on perspectives and contributions from backgrounds that vary by race, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, lifestyle, age, educational background, national origin, religion or physical ability. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know.

Some of what you will do:

The Senior Manager, Learning and Development has a strong execution mindset who will develop, implement and amplify innovative, creative and high-impact learning and development strategies. They are responsible for partnering with leaders across the organization to design, develop, deliver, maintain and evaluate performance solutions to enhance knowledge, skills and abilities of all associates in our stores, print production centres, contact centers, fulfillment centers and our home offices

Specifically, You Will:

• Drive the analysis, design, development, implementation and sustainment of a comprehensive suite of performance improvement solutions to address the skills and knowledge gaps in a business, an audience, a function or an initiative.
• Partner with HRBP teams to understand strengths and opportunities, and priorities of various teams and individuals to be able to identify strategies that support the L&D strategy.
• Manage and direct multiple concurrent projects.
• Promote the use of creative, effective and efficient instructional design processes by staying on top of learning and development industry trends; integrate new thinking and approaches into content. 
• Speak comfortably, effectively and persuasively in front of groups and in a variety of setting to clearly and logically present ideas and influence others.

Some of what you need:

• Bachelor of Education or post-secondary degree in Adult Education or Instructional Design or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
• Applied adult learning principles and methods for curriculum and training design, instruction for individuals and groups, and the measurement of training effects for all levels of a retail organization. 
• Strong relationship management, consulting and collaboration skills, including with partners who are based in other locations. 
• Priority setting skills to manage multiple tasks and deliver results in a fast-paced and changing environment.
• Motivated, results-driven individual who demonstrates proactive, creative thinking and acute analytical and sound reasoning skills.
• 10+ years of progressive learning and development experience, including a minimum of 5 years management experience. 

Some of what you will get:

• Associate discount
• Health and Dental benefits
• RRSP/DPSP
• Performance bonuses
• Learning & Development programs
• And more…

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About Us

Staples Canada is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion and we encourage applications from all qualified candidates, including those with disabilities.