Sr Mgr, Leader Development

This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Sr Mgr, Leader Development based in the United States.

This fully remote leadership development role shapes the learning strategy for senior commercial leaders, including Regional Sales Directors and Area Vice Presidents.
You will design scalable, role-based development experiences that strengthen coaching, talent development, business acumen, and field execution.
The position combines strategic learning leadership with hands-on curriculum design, facilitation, stakeholder partnership, and program management.
You will work closely with Sales leadership, Human Resources, Commercial Excellence, and subject matter experts to translate business priorities into measurable development outcomes.
The role also supports onboarding, succession planning, emerging-leader development, and the creation of a consistent leadership culture.
Success will depend on your ability to influence senior stakeholders, use data to improve programs, and create learning experiences that translate into behavior change.
The position is remote within the U.S. and may require up to 25% travel based on business needs.

• Own the strategy, design, administration, and continuous improvement of role-based leadership development programs and learning paths for Regional Sales Directors and Area Vice Presidents.

• Conduct ongoing capability and needs assessments using business priorities, performance trends, stakeholder feedback, learner insights, and field observations.

• Develop and deliver blended learning experiences, including instructor-led workshops, virtual sessions, self-paced learning, cohort programs, peer learning, and field-based application activities.

• Create leadership development content covering coaching, talent development, performance management, strategic planning, business acumen, communication, change leadership, and cross-functional influence.

• Partner with Sales leadership and Human Resources to establish role-specific competencies, development milestones, and success measures for current and emerging leaders.

• Build structured onboarding and transition programs for newly appointed senior sales leaders, incorporating clear expectations, learning milestones, mentoring, and practical application.

• Support succession planning by identifying development priorities and aligning targeted learning experiences with future leadership needs.

• Create practical tools, playbooks, assessments, and reinforcement resources that help leaders apply learning within their teams and business areas.

• Facilitate leadership programs and executive-level learning sessions with credibility, strong presence, and effective group engagement.

• Select, manage, and evaluate external vendors, facilitators, assessments, and leadership development resources as required.

• Oversee program logistics, communications, enrollment, completion tracking, and learning records through relevant learning platforms.

• Develop dashboards and reporting that measure participation, completion, learner experience, behavior change, and business impact, using insights to continuously improve program effectiveness.

• Build strong relationships with field leaders and cross-functional stakeholders to keep development programs relevant, scalable, and aligned with organizational priorities.

• Monitor emerging leadership development practices, adult learning approaches, and learning technologies and incorporate appropriate innovations into the strategy.

• Establish program governance, including annual roadmaps, stakeholder review cadences, prioritization processes, and standards for curriculum quality and scalability.

• Manage the leadership development budget and ensure programs are delivered on time, within scope, and within budget.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in business, organizational development, education, human resources, or a related field; an advanced degree or leadership development certification is preferred.

• 8+ years of progressive experience in leadership development, learning and development, sales training, commercial excellence, people leadership, or a related discipline.

• Demonstrated experience designing, implementing, and evaluating leadership development curricula or learning journeys for sales leaders and senior commercial audiences.

• Strong knowledge of adult learning principles, instructional design, facilitation, coaching, and behavior-change methodologies.

• Experience translating business priorities and leadership needs into practical development solutions with measurable outcomes.

• Previous experience in medical device, life sciences, healthcare, or another regulated commercial environment is preferred.

• Experience supporting field sales organizations, sales management teams, or commercial operations is strongly preferred.

• Demonstrated ability to facilitate effectively with director- and vice president-level audiences, navigate challenging group dynamics, and provide constructive coaching and feedback.

• Experience with learning management systems and the development of virtual or self-paced learning content is preferred.

• Strong program and project management capabilities, including managing multiple stakeholders, vendors, timelines, priorities, and budgets.

• Analytical mindset with experience defining success measures, evaluating learning application and behavior change, and turning program data into actionable recommendations.

• Excellent written, verbal, presentation, and interpersonal communication skills.

• Ability to influence across functions, collaborate effectively, and operate successfully in a fast-paced and evolving environment.

• Highly organized, results-oriented, solution-focused, and attentive to detail.

• Ability to travel up to 25%, depending on business needs and location.

• Ability to work for extended periods while seated, including more than two consecutive hours during an eight-hour workday.

Benefits

• Fully remote position available anywhere in the United States.

• Base salary range of $122,000–$212,750 for the broader U.S. market and $142,000–$244,950 for the Bay Area, with actual compensation determined by relevant factors including experience, qualifications, and location.

• Eligibility for a long-term incentive program, subject to applicable plan terms.

• Eligibility to participate in a consolidated retirement plan and 401(k) savings plan.

• 120 hours of vacation per calendar year.

• Paid sick time, with additional allowances for employees in certain states.

• 13 paid holidays, including floating holidays.

• Up to 40 hours of work, personal, and family time annually.

• Paid parental leave of up to 480 hours within one year of qualifying birth, adoption, or foster care.

• Bereavement leave, caregiver leave, volunteer leave, and military spouse time-off programs.

• Access to comprehensive employee benefits and wellness resources.

• An inclusive work environment with reasonable accommodation support throughout the hiring process.

• Opportunity to shape leadership capabilities and development programs for senior commercial leaders in a complex, evolving healthcare environment.