Overview
We are authentic, professional providers of fun, focused on building a Great Place To Work For All by staying true to our mission: "Life's a Party, We're Makin' It Fun!" and "So Much Fun It's Scary!"
At Spencer's and Spirit Halloween, we do the right thing always-integrity, fairness, respect, and transparency are our foundation. You will find our culture to be inclusive, passionate, resilient, and one that values differences and embraces all.
One Team / One Goal
We are leaders and owners of our business success. Whether it's developing new and exclusive costumes, quality testing products, or implementing technology solutions, our teams understand the value of working collaboratively to embrace change through innovation, curiosity, and thoughtfulness.
We Offer a Comprehensive Benefits Package That Includes
- Flexible work environment
- Career advancement
- Competitive base salary
- Bonus opportunity
- Vacation, Personal, Sick and Holiday pay
- Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Life and AD&D insurance
- 401k with a company match
- 30% merchandise discount
Responsibilities
The Division Vice President, Learning & Development (DVP, L&D) will be responsible for architecting and implementing programs to enhance and elevate the L&D function. The ideal candidate will have experience creating curricula for widely distributed workforces and employ a highly strategic methodology to link L&D programs to succession planning and performance management while aligning with organizational goals.
- Refine and expand the L&D initiatives, leveraging current strengths and incorporating industry best practices
- Develop and implement a standardized, enterprise-wide approach to L&D, that integrates with performance management, supporting a holistic talent strategy
- Collaborate with senior executives and business leaders to understand strategic objectives and proactively design L&D programs that align with business goals
- Oversee leadership development and succession planning for employees in the organization's corporate office
- Lead the organization's L&D technology strategy and infrastructure
- Build out the organization's L&D curriculum and facilitation methods, ensuring accessible programs that foster skill development for employees at all levels
- Direct and support the L&D team, promoting a collaborative environment that delivers high-quality results
- Serve as a coach and advisor to senior leaders throughout the organization
- Leverage data and analytics to define metrics that measure program ROI and impact
Qualifications
- Minimum of ten years of leadership experience in L&D or talent management
- Bachelor's degree required
- Expertise in L&D with a strong grasp of best practices
- Proven ability to develop and implement standardized, enterprise-wide L&D strategies aligned with performance management
- Experience collaborating with senior leaders to design L&D programs that support business objectives
- Proficient in L&D technology strategy and optimization of Learning Management Systems (LMS)
- Strong analytical skills to measure program ROI and make a business case for initiatives