Brief Description
Who We Are: Schwazze (SHHwahZZ) is a purpose-driven, vertically integrated cannabis operator. We are building a leading seed-to-sale company with best-in-class dispensaries and exceptional cultivation, manufacturing, and wholesale capabilities. Driven by a high-performance culture, we combine customer focus and data-driven insights to unlock the plant’s full potential and improve the human condition.
At Schwazze, you are not just an employee—you are part of a purpose-centered, performance-driven team where your contributions matter, your growth is supported, and your potential is limitless. We lead with
integrity, connection, engagement, excellence, and empowerment, fostering a culture where people thrive, communities flourish, and the industry moves forward. These values define our commitment to creating a supportive, positive workplace while delivering exceptional customer experiences.
For more information, please visit our website: www.schwazze.com
Job Title: Training & Development Manager
Salary Range: $90,000–105,000
Type: Full-Time, Exempt
Location: Denver, CO
Position Objective
The Training & Development Manager will be responsible for building Schwazze’s first company-wide Learning and Development infrastructure, supporting employees at all levels of the organization, from frontline teams to corporate functions. This role is responsible for designing, implementing, and scaling an organizational learning strategy that enhances capability, strengthens culture, supports change, and accelerates performance across all functions. This includes launching and managing a Learning Management System (LMS) from the ground up, creating development pathways that reinforce our values-based culture, and leading learning programs that support integration during active M&A activity.
This leader will serve as Schwazze’s learning architect, culture champion, and change management partner, ensuring all learning experiences are engaging, modern, data-driven, and aligned with organizational goals.
Essential Functions
Learning Architecture and Program Development (45%)
- Build Schwazze’s learning and development framework from the ground up, including leadership development, onboarding, compliance learning, and functional development.
- Lead the design, launch, and ongoing management of the company’s first Learning Management System (LMS), including content development, system configuration, and governance.
- Develop and maintain comprehensive onboarding programs that support organizational integration, culture assimilation, and rapid productivity for all roles.
- Create learning pathways for emerging leaders, front-line managers, and high-potential talent, aligning development opportunities with succession planning and future organizational needs.
- Partner with cross-functional leaders to design learning programs that support organizational growth, culture alignment, and business readiness during M&A integrations.
- Develop and deliver engaging training, including workshops, e-learning, coaching, and blended learning experiences across the company.
Organizational Development and Change Management (30%)
- Lead change management support for enterprise programs, ensuring employees understand, adopt, and sustain new processes, systems, and organizational shifts.
- Collaborate with leaders to identify skill gaps, workforce needs, and culture-building priorities that inform long-term development strategy.
- Embed company values into the design of all learning tools, creating consistent cultural touchpoints and reinforcing behaviors that drive engagement and performance.
- Develop communication plans and change readiness strategies that enhance learning adoption and minimize disruption during transitions.
- Serve as a strategic advisor to leadership on organizational learning, change impact, and capability-building initiatives.
Learning Technology, Measurement, and Continuous Improvement (25%)
- Implement and oversee the LMS, e-learning authoring tools, and all learning technologies, ensuring strong adoption, scalability, and usability.
- Establish metrics, dashboards, and reporting mechanisms to measure program effectiveness, engagement levels, and learning outcomes.
- Use data insights to continuously refine learning content, delivery methods, and strategic priorities.
- Maintain documentation, learning libraries, SOP repositories, and digital resources to ensure consistency and quality across the company.
- Oversee learning budgets and external vendors, ensuring ROI and alignment with organizational needs.
Please note that the percentage allocations are a general estimate and may vary based on business needs and priorities.
Requirements
Education and Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Organizational Development, Learning & Performance, Education, or a related field. Certifications in learning, instructional design, or organizational development are a plus.
- 5 or more years of progressive experience in learning and development, organizational development, or talent management.
- Demonstrated experience building or scaling a learning program or LMS from scratch strongly preferred.
- Experience supporting change management and learning during organizational restructuring, process changes, or M&A integrations.
- Strong experience in developing blended learning solutions, including digital learning, leadership development, facilitation, and coaching.
- Proven ability to analyze capability gaps, build competency frameworks, and design scalable development pathways.
- Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to influence and engage teams at all levels.
- Highly detail oriented, with strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple learning initiatives simultaneously.
- Demonstrated internal passion for high excellence, continuous improvement, and delivering high quality learning experiences.
- Strong cultural awareness, with the ability to design training experiences that reinforce organizational values and strengthen connection and engagement.
- Cannabis experience is a plus but not required.
Working Conditions (Schedule, Environment, Travel)
- Hybrid schedule with up to two remote days and three on-site or in-field days.
- Travel to New Mexico may be required based on business needs.
- Reliable transportation is required for travel between locations.
- Ability to obtain and maintain an active Marijuana Enforcement Division (MED) badge in the state of Colorado.
Summary
Benefits
- Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
- Pet Insurance
- EAP Programs
- Paid Time Off
- Paid Parental Leave
- Employee Discount at all Schwazze Retail locations
Schwazze is committed to fairness and equality of opportunity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.
To be considered for this position your application must be submitted by January 28th, 2026. If after said date the position is not filled, applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
