Are you passionate about enhancing a culture of continuous learning, and want to make a difference in an organization that is a leading multi-national retailer to underserved rural communities? We are looking for an experienced and motivated individual to join our team as a Training Specialist. In your role as Training Specialist with The North West Company (TNWC), you will play a critical role as we enhance our people development programs across the organization.

Joining NWC gives you the opportunity for growth and development throughout the company, a competitive salary and advantages package, and to be part of a dynamic and diverse culture. NWC is a leading retailer to under-served rural communities and urban neighbourhood markets in the following regions: Our stores offer a broad range of products and services with an emphasis on food. Our value offer is to be the best local shopping choice for everyday household and local lifestyle needs.

Facilitate multi-week instructor-led training programs for Department-Manager-in-Training (DMITs)and Manager-in-Training (MITs). Inventory management Customer service and customer experience Workforce planning and scheduling Communication and coaching techniques Performance management fundamentals Create an inclusive and engaging learning environment that supports adult learning principles.

Learner

Coaching and Development Provide individualized coaching and feedback throughout the four-week training program. Identify learner strengths, development opportunities, and readiness for progression into market training.



Support learners in creating and achieving personal development goals.

Address learning barriers and adapt coaching approaches to meet individual needs. Conduct regular coaching and development calls with program graduates following deployment to stores, providing ongoing guidance and support to reinforce learning and leadership development. Monitor the application of classroom learning in the operational environment by tracking learner progress against established performance and leadership expectations.

Partner with Store Leaders and Directors of Sales and Operations (DSOs) to identify development needs, provide performance feedback, and implement recommendations and support plans to address skill gaps. Maintain accurate learner records, including attendance, assessments, development documentation, and training completion records. Gather, analyze, and report on learner feedback, participant progress, and program outcomes to measure training effectiveness and support continuous improvement.

Ensure training materials, classroom resources, and learning documentation remain current, accurate, and aligned with business priorities and organizational standards.



Post-secondary education in human resources, adult education, organizational development, business administration, or a related field, and/or equivalent combination of education and experience. ~ Lived experience working in remote communities (Northern Canada preferred). ~ Strong facilitation, presentation, coaching, and program management skills, with proven experience delivering learning programs and supporting the development of frontline and leadership employees. ~ Strong analytical, evaluation, and technical skills, with the ability to effectively utilize Microsoft Office Suite applications. ~ Willingness to upskill in adult learning principles, classroom management, and other instructional skills as needed to support trainee learning. ~ Must be willing and able to travel as required. ~ Ability to accommodate evening and weekend training sessions, as well as after-hours team events, based on organizational requirements.

The North West Company Training

Centre - 657 Century Street, WinnipegMB Senior Manager, People Development Committing to our Customer Building Trust The North West Company is committed to inclusion and diversity and encourages applications from all candidates including but not limited to: all religions and ethnicities, LGBTQ2s+, BIPOC, and persons with disabilities. A competitive salary is being offered along with opportunities to learn, develop and advance throughout the organization. This position adheres to the Corporate Application Process Guidelines. #

📌 Fully Remote Training Specialist (Winnipeg)
🏢 The North West
📍 Winnipeg