Lead, Talent Development- Retail
Lead, Talent Development- Retail
Values & Innovation
At Under Armour, we are committed to empowering those who strive for more, and the company's values - Act Sustainably, Celebrate the Wins, Fight on Together, Love Athletes and Stand for Equality - serve as both a roadmap for our teams and the qualities expected of every teammate.
Our Values define and unite us, the beliefs that are the red thread that connects everyone at Under Armour. Our values are rallying cries, reminding us why we're here, and fueling everything we do.
Our pursuit of better begins with innovation and with our team's mission of being the best. With us, you get the freedom to go further - no matter your role. That means developing, delivering, and selling the state-of-the-art products and digital tools that make top performers even better.
If you are a current Under Armour teammate, apply to this position on the Internal Career Site Here.
Purpose of Role
The Lead, Talent Development – Retail is responsible for designing, implementing, and managing onboarding and leadership development programs across Under Armour’s Retail organization. This includes supporting training needs from part-time teammates to District Managers, and partnering with the Sr. Manager, Talent Development to shape and execute leadership development strategies. The role also contributes to the creation and refinement of content for Under Armour’s service model, the Armour Method, ensuring alignment with training and development initiatives.
Your Impact
• Retail leadership onboarding and maintaining scalable onboarding strategies for all Retail roles.
• Creating and managing training materials for the Armour Method service model.
• Supporting operational training initiatives and other Retail projects as needed.
• Collaborating with external vendors on LMS administration, content translation, and other key processes.
Success in this fast-paced role requires strong project management skills and the ability to juggle multiple priorities effectively.
Leadership
• Design and manage global leadership development programs for Retail Store Managers, aligning with Under Armour’s strategy and Retail-specific needs.
• Coordinate program delivery in partnership with regional teams, including pre-work, communications, and logistics.
• Facilitate Train-the-Trainer sessions to ensure consistent global delivery of leadership content.
• Conduct ongoing assessments to identify skill gaps and update training materials accordingly.
• Oversee the Training Store Manager program, supporting recruitment, execution, and administration.
• Support leadership development across all Retail levels, including corporate-led initiatives and reinforcement of learning.
• Lead or assist with Retail leadership events such as conferences and summits.
• Collaborate with Retail and Corporate stakeholders to enhance leadership capabilities and support broader organizational initiatives.
Onboarding
Manage onboarding programs for Retail leadership (Store Managers and above), ensuring smooth execution and alignment with business needs.
• Partner with regional Retail and Talent Development teams to support in-market delivery, including content facilitation and logistics.
• Develop and maintain onboarding strategies and materials for Retail teammates at all levels, from Assistant Store Managers and below.
• Oversee District Manager onboarding content and provide execution support as needed.
Other Duties
• Contribute to the creation and maintenance of training materials for Under Armour’s service model, the Armour Method.
• Collaborate with functional and regional partners to support training programs and broader organizational initiatives.
• Design and deliver ad hoc training solutions based on evolving business needs.
• Coordinate with HR operations and vendors to manage training content across learning management systems.
• Oversee vendor relationships and support translation processes as needed.
Qualifications
• Expertise in learning and development, including instructional design and facilitation (in-person and virtual).
• Experience with Learning Management Systems (LMS) and training impact measurement.
• Strong project management and organizational skills.
• Ability to assess learning needs and develop effective, learner-centered training solutions.
• Skilled in influencing without authority and building cross-functional partnerships.
• Excellent communication, critical thinking, and problem-solving abilities.
• Strategic, collaborative, and detail-oriented with a resilient and adaptable mindset.
EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:
• Bachelor’s degree in education, HR, instructional design, organizational development, or related field—or equivalent experience.
• 4+ years of experience in retail leadership or in developing and facilitating training, ideally in retail or sales environments.
• Strong knowledge of adult learning theory, instructional design methodologies (e.g., ADDIE), and virtual learning strategies.
• Experience designing and delivering training for diverse, multicultural teams.
• Familiarity with LMS platforms and eLearning tools (e.g., Articulate 360, Adobe Captivate, Adobe Creative Cloud).
Workplace Location
- Location: This individual must reside within commuting distance from our Baltimore office.
- Work Schedule: This role follows a hybrid work schedule, requiring 4 days in-office.
Relocation
- No relocation provided
Base Compensation
$105,613.07 - $145,217.96 USD
Most new hires fall within this range and have the opportunity to earn more over time. Initial placement within the salary range, however, is based on an individual's relevant knowledge, skills and experience for the position. UA is committed to helping our teammates succeed and advance in their careers. Base salary is only one component of our competitive Total Rewards package.
Benefits & Perks
- Paid "UA Give Back" Volunteer Days: Work alongside your team to support initiatives in your local community
- Under Armour Merchandise Discounts
- Competitive 401(k) plan matching
- Maternity and Parental Leave for eligible and FMLA-eligible teammates
- Health & fitness benefits, discounts and resources- We offer teammates across the country programs to promote physical activity and overall well-being
Our Commitment to Equal Opportunity
At Under Armour, we are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates without regard to race, color, religion or belief, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions), national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information (including characteristics and testing), military and veteran status, family or paternal status and any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Under Armour seeks to recruit, develop and retain the most talented people representing a wide variety of backgrounds and perspectives. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact our Human Resources team via candidateaccommodations@underarmour.com.
Baltimore, MD, US, 21230
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