Willow Search Partners · 6 hours ago
Director of Learning and Development
Miami, FL
Full-time
Hybrid
Director/Executive
$120K/yr - $150K/yr
8+ years expWillow Search Partners is a national food and beverage service company seeking a Learning and Development Director to join their HR team. This role is responsible for designing and implementing a company-wide learning strategy that fosters organizational growth and employee engagement.
Staffing & Recruiting
Hiring Manager
Nicole Hagan
Responsibilities
Develop and execute a comprehensive training framework organized by employee level, ensuring clear progression from frontline roles through supervisory and leadership positions
Partner with senior leadership to identify, prioritize, and align training initiatives with business objectives and future workforce needs
Serve as the enterprise leader for Learning & Development, ensuring consistency, scalability, and impact across the organization
Lead the design, rollout, and governance of structured learning pathways (e.g., onboarding, role mastery, leadership development)
Create repeatable, scalable learning programs that prepare employees for increased responsibility and career advancement
Utilize blended learning approaches including classroom training, e-learning, on-the-job training, and coaching
Ensure all training programs meet regulatory, safety, and compliance requirements (e.g., OSHA, DOT, food safety standards)
Define and track metrics to measure training effectiveness, including productivity, retention, safety performance, and leadership pipeline development
Collaborate closely with HR on onboarding, career pathing, and succession planning initiatives
Implement, manage, and optimize the Learning Management System (LMS) to support role-based learning journeys
Leverage innovative learning technologies such as mobile learning, microlearning, and virtual training to increase accessibility and engagement
Stay current on best practices and emerging trends in workforce learning, leadership development, and organizational effectiveness
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Organizational Development, Education, or a related field
8+ years of progressive experience in Learning & Development, including training design, implementation, and governance
Strong understanding of safety, compliance, and regulatory training requirements
Strategic thinker with the ability to align learning initiatives to evolving business needs
Strong program and project management capabilities with a structured, execution-focused approach
Excellent communication, facilitation, and stakeholder-influencing skills
Proficiency with LMS platforms, e-learning tools, and instructional design methodologies
Results-driven mindset with a focus on measurable impact and continuous improvement
Preferred
Master's degree in Human Resources, Organizational Development, Education, or a related field
Experience within food distribution, supply chain, logistics, manufacturing, or a related operational environment
Benefits
Comprehensive health, dental, and medical benefits
Paid vacation and holidays
Retirement savings plan (401k)
Employee discounts and additional company-sponsored benefits
Company
Willow Search Partners
Welcome to Willow Search Partners! At WSP, we specialize in connecting top-tier HR professionals with organizations poised for growth and success.
2-10 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageCompany data provided by crunchbase