Do it Best
Manager of Training and Development
🇺🇸 Hybrid - Fort Wayne, IN
🕑 Full-Time
💰 TBD
💻 Learning & Development
🗓️ September 24th, 2025
Edtech.com's Summary
- Design and implement comprehensive training and leadership development programs aligned with organizational goals
- Lead integration and change management efforts between Do it Best and True Value training initiatives
- Support succession planning and measure training impact on performance and retention
- Manage and develop a team of training professionals and external partners
- Preferred qualifications include a bachelor's degree in related fields and training certifications such as Lean Six Sigma or Clifton Strengths
- Requires strong interpersonal, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills
- Reports to the Vice President of Human Resources and involves approximately 25% travel
- Offers a full benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, paid time off, profit sharing, performance bonuses, and education reimbursements
- Focuses on fostering a culture of servant leadership, open communication, and team member development
- Supports independent retailers in the home improvement industry through combined brand strengths of Do it Best and True Value
Manager of Training and Development Full Description
Location: | Fort Wayne, IN
Job Id: 2768
# of Openings: 1
Manager of Training and Development
Division/Department: Human Resources
Reports to: Vice President of Human Resources, True Value
Travel: 25%
About the role:
The Senior Manager of Training and Development is a key leader within the integrated Human Resources team, responsible for designing, implementing, and sustaining enterprise-wide learning initiatives across both Do it Best and True Value. This role will drive the development of training strategies that align with organizational goals, support leadership development, enhance team member engagement, and build a culture of continuous learning within the combined organization. This role leads the centralized training team, driving alignment across member, retailer, and internal learning programs. This role ensures a unified approach to training that advances business priorities, supports dealer success, and fosters organizational development.
Responsibilities include:Learning Strategy and Program Development
Develop and execute a comprehensive training and development strategy aligned with organizational priorities.Design, implement, and evaluate leadership development programs, onboarding, technical training, and professional development opportunities.Introduce innovative learning solutions (e-learning, blended learning, coaching, mentoring) that serve a geographically dispersed workforce.
Integration and Change Management
Lead efforts to harmonize training programs and practices across Do it Best and True Value.Partner with fellow HR leaders, business leaders, and subject matter experts to ensure alignment with organizational transformation goals.Serve as a change champion by embedding learning into the culture during the integration process.
Talent Development and Succession Planning
Support succession planning by identifying and addressing leadership and skill gaps.Partner with Talent Management to build career pathways and employee growth opportunities.Measure training effectiveness and impact on performance, retention, and organizational capability.
Team Leadership and Collaboration
Manage and develop a team of training professionals and external partners.Collaborate with senior leaders to tailor training solutions to business needs.
Servant leadership
Actively supports and facilitates the professional and personal development of team members. Fosters open communication, trust, and mutual respect among team members. Empowers team members by delegating tasks and responsibilities, providing guidance and support, and encouraging initiative and autonomy.
Education and experience:
Desired:Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Organizational Leadership, or a relevant fieldPreferred:Training and development certification(s); including but not limited to Lean Six Sigma, Clifton Strengths
Skills and abilities:
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, capable of building strategic relationshipsExceptional organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple initiatives simultaneouslyProblem solving aptitudeProvides constructive and timely performance managementExcellent verbal and written communication skillsExcellent interpersonal and negotiation skills
Benefits available to you:
Full insurance benefits package including medical, dental, and visionPaid time off to foster work/life balanceProfit sharing and retirement savingsPerformance bonusEducation reimbursementHealth club reimbursementCareer advancement opportunities
About Do it Best and True Value:
Founded in 1945, Do it Best is the only US-based, member-owned comprehensive and fully integrated hardware, lumber, and building materials buying cooperative in the home improvement industry. Founded in 1948, True Value is a globally recognized brand that provides independent retailers with an expansive product set, including market-customized assortments, at highly competitive prices. Together, as the Do it Best Group, Do it Best and True Value leverage the strengths of both brands as one team, championing independent retailers in the home improvement industry.
Culture:
Each team member is valued as an individual, with their intrinsic value at the forefront. We prioritize your career growth through one-on-one training, conferences, tuition assistance, mentoring, and other professional development opportunities. We encourage authentic relationships by hosting social events and cultivating a culture that fosters lasting friendships. In fact, the three most valued aspects of being part of the Do it Best Group are the culture, compensation, and the level of fulfillment that each team member experiences from their role.
Our Philosophy: Serving others as we would like to be served
Our Mission: Making the best even better
Our Goal: Helping members grow and achieve their dreams
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
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