Manager, Learning & Development

Senior Manager, Learning and Development

Ready To Go Further?

Saia is a different kind of logistics and transportation company. We do things the right way. You ll see it in our commitment to our people, customers, and community.

You ll feel it in the support you get on day one from leadership and from your team. A job with Saia is packed with opportunity from learning new skills and advancing to competitive compensation and great benefits.

It's all here and it’s exactly what is all about.

Position Summary

Designs and manages innovative programs to enhance workforce capabilities, aligning training with strategic organizational goals.

Partners with leadership, drives cross-departmental projects, and serves as a key advisor on learning matters to position the organization as an industry leader.

Major Tasks and Responsibilities

• Leads the design and delivery of leadership, technical, compliance, and digital literacy programs to drive workforce development.
• Develops and executes a strategic learning framework aligned with business objectives and industry advancements.
• Partners with senior leaders to assess training needs and implement impactful, business-aligned learning initiatives.
• Directs the optimization of learning platforms, integrating advanced technologies to elevate learning experiences.
• Facilitates executive-level development and drives engagement strategies that foster inclusive learning environments.
• Analyzes and leverages industry trends to position the organization as a leader in workforce development.
• Provides strategic insights on capability-building initiatives and guides human resources teams to support leadership goals.
• Serves as a trusted advisor to senior leadership, aligning learning strategies with long-term business priorities and external partnerships.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business, human resources, organizational psychology, or a related field.
• 7+ years of learning and development experience.
• Prior experience with emerging learning technologies, including VR / AR, gamification, and AI.
• Knowledge of learning principles, instructional design, and digital training platforms.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and human capital management talent systems.

Benefits

At Saia, your success is our success! That’s why we work hard to provide you with what you need to build an awesome career.

We are committed to rewarding superior employee performance so that when you work hard, your achievements won’t go unnoticed.

Make Your Move

At Saia, our people are the reason we’ve been successful for over a century in the industry. Together, we’ve created a positive culture that’s driven by our core values like dignity and respect, a customer-first approach, safety and more.

With hundreds of terminals across the country and growing, we’re always looking for more collaborative and motivated individuals to join our team.

So, if you’re ready to put your career on a solid path, let’s go further.

Saia is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.