Training and Development Specialist
Location: Bolingbrook, IL
Job Type: contract
Company: IDR
Category: Administrative / Clerical
Job Description Apply Now
IDR is seeking a dynamic and experienced Training and Development Specialist to join one of our top clients in the retail industry. This role is perfect for a creative and organized professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is passionate about improving processes and facilitating effective training. If you are looking for an opportunity to join a large organization and work within a team-oriented culture, please apply today!
Position Overview/Responsibilities for the Training and Development Specialist:
- Develop a comprehensive understanding of the roles within our client's Merchandising and/or Planning and Inventory teams, including daily responsibilities, systems used, processes, and reporting.
- Facilitate cross-functional meetings to gather feedback, identify pain points, and find gaps in processes, training, systems, and reporting.
- Coordinate and facilitate training sessions in conjunction with internal partners.
- Identify process improvement opportunities and collaboratively develop training and documentation that defines best practices.
- Build trust with cross-functional partners through timely follow-up, clear communication, and collaboration.
Required Skills for Training and Development Specialist:
- Minimum of 3 years direct work experience in process improvement/best practices.
- Previous experience in Fashion, Beauty, or Retail.
- Knowledge in Merchandising or Planning and Inventory.
- Proven advanced level organizational skills.
- Strong collaboration and interpersonal skills.
- Self-starter and growth mindset approach to skills development.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
What’s in it for you?
- Competitive compensation package
- Full Benefits; Medical, Vision, Dental, and more!
- Opportunity to get in with an industry leading organization
- Close-knit and team-oriented culture
Why IDR?
- 25+ Years of Proven Industry Experience in 4 major markets
- Employee Stock Ownership Program
- Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
- ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing® Client and Talent Award winner 11 years in a row
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. IDR is subject to certain governmental recordkeeping and reporting requirements for the administration of civil rights laws and regulations. In order to comply with these laws, we invite employees to voluntarily self-identify their race or ethnicity, gender, and veteran status (if applicable). Submission of this information is voluntary and refusal to provide it will not subject you to any adverse treatment. The information obtained will be kept confidential and may only be used in accordance with the provisions of applicable laws, executive orders, and regulations, including those that require the information to be summarized and reported to the federal government for civil rights enforcement. You may access this form here.