Training Manager - SYGMA - Northern California
Listed on 2026-01-24
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Management
Operations Manager, Business Management
Job Summary:
This position exists to improve the performance, engagement and retention of colleagues through effective management of on-boarding and continuous training practices. Works with site management to track, communicate and manage all company-wide training programs and provide support to address remedial training needs at the local level.
Duties and Responsibilities:Work with Department Leads, Human Resources, and Safety Leaders to develop and manage effective on-boarding training programs with a focus on colleague performance.
Select and indirectly manage On-The-Job Trainers in Transportation and Warehouse Departments through regular training meetings, training effectiveness evaluations, one-on-one discussions and overall performance management of the Job Trainer.
Manage an on-boarding process for new Drivers and Warehouse initial training by leveraging Sysco Operations Academy Programs. Manages extended on the job training throughout the entire 90-day orientation period; work through Job Trainers to develop a process that includes follow-up training as needed for new associates to reach acceptable new-hire performance standards.
Track and analyze all training-related activity and communicate progress to site leadership.
Work with Supervisor and Manager on the job to facilitate translation of new skills and knowledge from classroom experiences to job performance.
Conduct gap analysis and create solutions for existing associates in high-volume positions including Drivers and Warehouse Selectors who are not performing at acceptable levels.
Lead discussions with Site Leadership related to on-boarding and training activity for high-volume positions including Drivers and Warehouse Selectors; prepare and discuss documentation and recommendations during weekly meetings.
Actively participate in the Training Manager community including regular calls, projects, and events.
Drive a culture of feedback as part of development process through effective Performance Management; responsible for instructing and managing feedback process for all positions within the company.
Participate in colleague check-in processes and retention playbook activities in order to understand and improve early experiences.
Other duties as assigned
Education:
4 year degree in Training & Development-related field or commensurate experience in similar field.
At least 2 years’ experience in Training-related job.
Experience with building and managing on-boarding training programs for individual-contributor positions.
Experience with building coaching & feedback cultures.
Very strong ability to coach and provide constructive feedback at all levels
Excellent communication skills including speaking, writing, and listening to others
Strong analytical skills
Ability to make sound judgments
Strong presentation skills including utilization of PowerPoint and excellent public speaking skills
Strong understanding of OSHA, DOT, Work Place Safety and Food Safety.
Ability to keep informed on legislation affecting the center.
Time management and organization skills.
Work is a combination of sedentary, standing, walking and bending
Some travel may be required
Flexibility to work a schedule that meets the needs of the center
Must be able to read at a distance close to the eyes, with or without correction
Office, warehouse and outside environments
Automobile, PC, Microsoft Office Applications
Driver’s license
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