Learning & Development Manager, Fullerton (CA)

Avocado Green Brands is a mission-driven lifestyle and eco-luxury brand, fueled by green living, sustainability, radical honesty, authenticity, storytelling, social responsibility, and remarkable customer experiences. We make mattresses, bedding products, apparel and beauty products in California using the finest natural and organic materials. The mission of Avocado is to be the most respected source for green home products at affordable prices; while maintaining environmentally conscious, ethical and sustainable business practices; to help safeguard your health and protect our planet. As a mission driven company, Avocado asks all employees to uphold its high standards of environmental and social responsibility and support initiatives and strategies that help Avocado continue to raise the bar for what it means to be a sustainable company. AGB fun facts: We're a certified B Corp and Climate Neutral certified. We donate 1% of revenues to vetted nonprofits through our commitment to 1% For the Planet. Our products are organic certified by GOTS. Our factories are powered by renewable energy and are approaching zero waste. We care for nearly 200,000 sheep and grow and produce our own natural latex from our own farms. THE ROLE Avocado is currently looking for a Learning and Development Manager to be part of the People and Development team. You will be reporting to the SVP of People and Development. The Learning and Development Manager designs and implements training programs to enhance employee skills and support business objectives. They work closely with both operational and customer facing teams to identify training needs and create strategic development plans, including online and in-person learning. The role involves evaluating the effectiveness of these programs and fostering a culture of continuous learning and professional growth within the organization. *Note on Location: Here at Avocado Green Brands, we treasure teamwork and working together in person. This is a hybrid role,you will work on-site regularly in our Fullerton, CA location. *Note on Pay Transparency: The anticipated salary range for this role is$90,000 - $112,500 annually. WHAT YOU'LL BE WORKING ON Oversight of L&D programs - own and drive program design, implementation, impact measurement and sustainability, including continuous improvement when needed. Training program design: Ability to create programs tailored to business needs. Leadership and team management: Strong leadership capabilities to guide and inspire employees. Project management: Excellent organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple training projects. Instructional design and curriculum development: Skilled in adult learning theories and methodologies, including ADDIE or similar models. Data analysis and evaluation: Ability to assess training effectiveness through metrics, feedback, and performance indicators. Stakeholder management: Excellent communication and relationship-building skills to collaborate with senior leadership and employees. Change management: Experience in supporting organizational change through employee learning initiatives. Technical proficiency: Familiarity with Learning Management Systems (LMS), HR software, and e-learning tools. Presentation and facilitation skills: Ability to conduct engaging and impactful training sessions. Problem-solving and innovation: Ability to think strategically and develop creative solutions for learning challenges. WHAT YOU BRING Minimum of 5 years in an Learning & Development field. Experienced LMS administrator. Extensive experience with Brainer preferred. Strong emotional intelligence to understand employee needs. High degree of adaptability and flexibility in a fast-paced environment. Passion for continuous learning and development, both personally and organizationally. Ability to effectively communicate internally and externally. Regular and predictable attendance. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Stationary position: Must be able to remain stationary 50% of the time. Move: Moves throughout the office space or warehouse area to communicate with different team members. Operate: Constantly operates a computer and other office machines such as printers and tablets. Communicate: This role frequently communicates with other team members to update on the status of a task. WHAT WE OFFER YOU Medical (HMO, PPO, HSA), Dental, Vision 100% Employer Paid Life Insurance 401(k) with employer match PTO Volunteer days Employee product discount Annual Bonus Plan Training and Tools to be successful along with a strong partnership from your peers and leaders Access to wellness apps Referral Bonus Opportunity to grow WHY WORK AT AVOCADO GREEN BRANDS? Be part of the change | work at an emerging company that is on the mission to increase sustainable and clean products. Culture | be part of a fun, collaborative and passionate team. Thank you very much for your interest in working for Avocado Green Brands. We appreciate your time and review each and every resume that is submitted. You will receive an email within 24 hours that confirms your application has been accepted by our applicant tracking system. If you are selected to participate in the interview process, you will receive an email within two weeks from our Talent Acquisition department. Avocado Green Brands is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

Created: 2024-11-05