What are the responsibilities and job description for the Learning and Development Specialist position at APR Supply Co.?
Do you love helping people grow, learn, and unlock their full potential?
Join our HR team as our next Learning & Development Specialist—a role where you’ll design meaningful training experiences, guide interns and emerging leaders, and shape the future of our workforce.
In this dynamic position, you’ll build engaging curriculum, coordinate career-building programs, and deliver hands-on learning that truly makes an impact. From crafting content and managing our LMS to supporting trainees through their development journey, you’ll be the go-to expert creating opportunities for others to shine.
Who we are:
With 42 branch locations throughout Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware and a team of over 470, APR Supply Co. is a premier full-service distributor of plumbing, HVAC, PVF and hydronic supplies.
APR’s mission statement is to Create Enthusiastic Customers, which is anchored by our four core values; Customer, Accountability, Excellence, and Results. Eligible applicants are expected to adhere to these values, and work alongside a team whose mission is to Create Enthusiastic Customers. CUSTOMER is our #1 core value, and we seek a talented, enthusiastic, and customer-focused learning and development specialist to support APR Supply’s people development programs. This strategic and tactical role will focus on all of APR’s learning and development programs developing to support the Company's growth and success while fostering a positive and engaging work environment.
What you'll do:
Curriculum Development
- Design and develop curriculum for intern program, lead trainees, specific roles, and Emerging Leaders program
- Create learning materials, assessments, and program resources
- Ensure curriculum aligns with company objectives and industry best practices
- Continuously update and improve training content based on feedback and results
- Create and manage Learning Management System content
Program Administration
- Schedule training sessions and coordinate program logistics
- Arrange housing accommodations for trainees and interns
- Coordinate rotation schedules across branch locations and departments
- Manage program calendars and participant tracking
Learning Experience Management
- Deliver training sessions and facilitate learning experiences
- Monitor participant progress and provide coaching support
- Coordinate with department leaders to ensure quality rotation experiences
- Evaluate program effectiveness and participant outcome
- Sign up for, attend, and travel to job fairs
Administrative Support
- Maintain training records and participant documentation
- Coordinate travel arrangements for participants
- Manage training budgets and resource allocation
- Support recruitment and onboarding processes
- Serve as Direct Manager for interns and trainees (oversight of overall development while day-to-day supervision occurs in rotation areas)
Required for Success:
- Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Education, Training & Development, or related field
- 5 years’ experience in training, curriculum development, or program management
- Strong instructional design and facilitation skills
- Experience with learning management systems (UKG LMS a bonus)
- Excellent organizational and project coordination abilities
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Knowledge of adult learning principles
- Experience in industrial or supply chain industry preferred