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Sprouts Farmers Market · 3 weeks ago

Director of Talent Development

Phoenix, AZ

Full-time

Onsite

Director/Executive

10+ years exp

Sprouts Farmers Market is a rapidly growing company focused on healthy living and customer service. The Director of Talent Development leads the design and execution of learning and talent management strategies to enhance leadership capabilities and ensure operational excellence across the organization.

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Responsibilities

Lead the end-to-end Instructional Systems Design (ISD) process (e.g., ADDIE): conduct needs analysis, design, develop, implement, and evaluate learning solutions for both field and support office audiences

Design and deliver modern, blended learning experiences at scale—including eLearning, microlearning, video, facilitator-led, and on-the-job training—grounded in adult learning theory

Develop and maintain role-based learning pathways and cohort programs through Manager and Director levels, integrating leadership assessments and personalized development journeys

Champion innovation by bringing tech-enabled, personalized, and adaptive learning to life (think AI education, microlearning, AI content creation tools and more)

Infuse Sprouts’ purpose, values, and culture into every learning and onboarding experience—helping team members connect their work to something bigger and feel like they belong

Deliver performance support in the flow of work (e.g., job aids, micro-videos, reinforcement nudges), enabling immediate application and behavior change on the job

Define and track success metrics (Kirkpatrick, adoption, behavior change, operational KPIs); use data and feedback to continuously improve learning solutions

Own and continuously improve the tools, processes, and support for quarterly talent reviews and succession planning, enabling HR Business Partners and leaders to assess and develop their teams

Design, implement, and maintain performance management processes and tools, ensuring coaching and development are meaningful, practical, and aligned with business needs

Facilitate the creation of Individual Development Plans (IDPs) by providing leaders with toolkits, training, and routines that make growth a shared responsibility

Track and analyze succession health, pipeline depth, and internal fill rates, using data to identify opportunities for advancement and celebrate progress

Ensure succession plans remain current and relevant, proactively preparing teams for future opportunities and key role transitions

Collaborate across HR and business functions to identify talent gaps, support readiness, and align all talent processes with Sprouts’ purpose and values

Build, lead, and develop a blended team of program managers and instructional designers, setting clear operating rhythms, priorities, and standards to deliver enterprise learning solutions with agility and impact

Establish a culture of collaboration, continuous improvement, and accountability within the team, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and values

Foster strong partnerships with internal stakeholders (Operations, HR, Store Support Office, Training) to understand business needs, co-create solutions, and drive adoption of learning and talent initiatives

Manage relationships with external content partners and platform providers, negotiating scope, ensuring interoperability, and maximizing ROI across the learning technology stack

Communicate proactively and transparently with all stakeholders, providing updates, gathering feedback, and adapting plans to meet evolving needs

Qualification

Talent DevelopmentInstructional DesignLearning SolutionsData AnalysisE-learning DevelopmentPerformance ManagementStakeholder PartnershipVendor ManagementPurpose-driven LeadershipFacilitation SkillsRelationship BuildingTeam Leadership

Required

10+ years progressive experience in Talent Development, Learning & Development, or Organizational Development, including at least 5 years in a leadership role

Demonstrated expertise in instructional design methodologies (ADDIE, adult learning theory), e-learning development tools (Articulate, Captivate, Camtasia), and LMS administration

Proven success designing and delivering learning solutions for multi-unit/field operations in high-volume environments; retail preferred

Strong facilitation, relationship-building, and stakeholder partnership skills; experience leading cross-functional teams and managing vendor relationships

Data-driven approach to measuring learning effectiveness and connecting L&D initiatives to business outcomes

Passion for purpose-driven leadership, culture, and team member growth