Senior Learning & Development Consultant - Temporary 16 month contract

Work Location Type :  Remote

As a leading industrial distributor with operations primarily in North America, Japan and the United Kingdom, We Keep The World Working® by serving more than 4.5 million customers worldwide with products delivered through innovative technology and deep customer relationships. We’re dedicated to providing value for customers, fostering an engaging culture for team members and driving strong financial results.

Our welcoming workplace enables you to learn, grow and make a difference by keeping businesses running and their people safe. As a Great Place to Work-Certified™ company, we’re looking for passionate people to join our team as we continue leading the industry over our next 100 years.

Compensation

The base salary for this role ranges between $80,000 - $110,000 and 4% vacation pay.

The pay range above is not a guarantee of compensation but reflects the potential total compensation for this role at the time of this posting based on the assigned job grade.  Actual compensation will vary depending on factors such as geographic work location, relevant experience and individual skills.  The stated range is a reasonable estimate and may change over time; final compensation may fall above or below the range provided.  Grainger reserves the right to amend, modify, or discontinue its compensation and benefits programs at any time, in accordance with applicable law.

This job posting is for an existing vacancy.

The Senior Learning and Development Consultant (L&D) is responsible for ensuring the successful development and deployment of onboarding and training programs to the Field Ops organization. The consultant will facilitate a full range of evolving and dynamic learning and performance solutions / programs while providing advice on learning strategies and solutions.

In addition, the consultant plays an active role in supporting the deployment and knowledge retention of onboarding and training programs. This role will be required to maintain training sites, help establish proper measurements for learning, sustainment and retention programs, while building strong internal relationships and driving adherence to process and best practices.

Finally, this team member will deliver learning that builds the organization's knowledge and skills, enabling our business to achieve desired business outcomes through its people.  Responsible for supporting the delivery of learning experiences with the goal of fostering individual and organizational learning.

This position is remote, open to GCAN team members anywhere in Canada.

Duties and Responsibilities :

Training program development :

• Design and develop comprehensive learning materials and training programs for deployment, along with creating learning reinforcement tools such as job aids and instructional videos.
• Content design and development for multiple programs through a variety of formal and informal learning channels. This includes instructor-led, web-based, virtual and other delivery approaches.
• Lead the formulation of new procedures and update existing ones that require modifications.
• Strong ability to recognize gaps in training presentations and materials, and willingness to engage leadership with suggested enhancements.
• Perform administrative functions such as maintaining learning sites that include GTES and JAM page rosters, content review and updates, and the managing of training calendars and leads.
• Develop partnerships with Human Resources and with the Grainger L&D function to understand how team member experience can be improved.

Facilitation :

Communication :

Education and Experience Requirements :

Travel might be required – 20% - 30% travel to various customer sites and branch locations nationally

Rewards and Benefits

Our programs provide choice and flexibility to meet your individual needs. Check out some of the benefits available to you with Grainger (may vary based on hours worked) :

DEI Statement

We encourage you to apply even if your experience doesn't perfectly match this job post as you may still be the right candidate for this role or others. We aspire to create a culture where everyone is comfortable being who they are, can learn and grow to realize their full potential, and is recognized and rewarded for their impact.

We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, or disability. Should you need a reasonable accommodation during the application and selection process, please advise us so we can provide appropriate assistance.

Pre-employment background checks are required for all external candidates. Internal candidates undergo a background check when they move from a non-driving role to a driving role.