Instructional Designer

At Fossil, we dare to dream, disrupt, and deliver in a better way. Our goal is simple – bring innovation, style, and connectivity to an industry ripe for change. Fossil is on a mission to revamp the way fashion accessories are done. We are committed to creating great watches, jewelry, handbags, small leather goods and wearables by investing in technology and long-term value creation. With our diverse portfolio of proprietary and licensed brands, along with department stores, specialty stores, eCommerce websites, and company-owned and operated retail stores, we are building a leading fashion- and tech-forward accessories company. Are you in?

The Instructional Designer is responsible for the design and development of Fossil Group’s learning experiences including product launches, leadership development, retail training needs including onboarding, leadership training, product training, selling skill development, and more. Using instructional design methodologies and adult learning principles, this role leads the development of eLearning, workshops (in-person and virtual), curation of content, and blended learning solutions to support Fossil Group’s employees develop core competencies, improve performance, and grow as individuals and leaders.

Success in this role requires a blend of critical thinking, curiosity, and creative skills. The ideal candidate is someone with experience and a passion for designing learning solutions that impact employees at the global retail and commercial level including selling and service skills, product knowledge, onboarding, and leadership.

The Role Description – Instructional Design

• Lead the analysis, design, development, implementation, and evaluation of retail and commercial training needs. Specific focus on onboarding, leadership, performance management, high potential programs, soft skill or company-wide program training, etc.
• Conducts needs assessment (intakes) and effectively work with functional subject matter experts and internal clients
• Develops outlines, storyboards, and final learning products using multiple delivery modalities including e-learning, in-person/virtual training, blended learning, videos, job aids, simulations, skills practice, games, etc.
• Demonstrates creativity, flexibility, and innovation in the development of material
• Strong consulting, research, and problem-solving skills in the recommendation of learning solutions
• Builds relationships with internal and external partners to ensure a spirit of inclusion, diversity of ideas, and wide program acceptance
• Evaluates the effectiveness of training and make recommendations to maintain, enhance, and modify programs to support business
• Facilitate training sessions as needed, including end-user testing and pilot workshops to evaluate content and flow effectiveness

• Advanced knowledge of instructional design methodology and adult learning theory
• Intermediate knowledge of retail business operations
• Highly proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel), Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop), Articulate 360 (Storyline, Rise)
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, in small and large group environments
• Self-directed with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, work under pressure, and meet deadlines
• Strong project management skills with high attention to detail
• Excellent teamwork skills and the ability to establish positive working relationships across the organization
• Effective decision making and problem-solving skills
• Facilitation experience preferred

Education/Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Instructional Design, Human Resources, Business, or other related fields; or equivalent work experience
• 5+ years of Instructional Design experience
• 5+ years designing and building training experiences for selling and service skills
• 5+ years designing and building in-person/virtual workshops, e-learning/modules, videos, simulations, games, etc. with emphasis on engagement and long term retention
• Working knowledge of key leadership principles, how talent life cycles work, and HR fundamentals

Benefits are dependent on working hours, position and may vary by location, but here are some of the benefits you may enjoy:

• Comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans
• Retirement Savings Plan + Company Matching
• Paid Time Off and Volunteer Time Off

At Fossil, we don’t just accept difference – we celebrate it, we support it, and we thrive on it for the benefit of our employees, our products and our community. We are an Affirmative Action and Equal Employment Opportunity Employer dedicated to a policy of nondiscrimination in all employment practices without regard to race, religion, color, sex (including breast feeding and related medical conditions), gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, uniform service member and veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, age, protected medical condition, genetic information, disability or any other legally protected status. Anyone requiring special accommodations to our normal application process please email applicationaccommodation@fossil.com and we will assist you.