Covetrus is a global animal-health technology and services company dedicated to empowering veterinary practice partners to drive improved health and financial outcomes. We’re bringing together products, services, and technology into a single platform that connects our customers to the solutions and insights they need to work best. Our passion for the well-being of animals and those who care for them drives us to advance the world of veterinary medicine. Covetrus is headquartered in Portland, Maine, with more than 5,000 employees, serving over 100,000 customers around the globe. Come explore the possibilities in our exciting, fast paced, high volume, work environment!

Overview

The Director, Learning Strategist serves as a strategic partner between the Learning & Development (L&D) organization and business units, driving alignment between business goals and enterprise learning strategy. This role is accountable for executing a learning strategy that enables performance, capability development, and organizational growth across the portfolio. Acting as a trusted consultant, this individual identifies opportunities where learning can drive measurable impact and ensures delivery of scalable, human-centered, and data-driven learning solutions.

Responsibilities

Strategic Alignment & Consulting

• Serve as the primary learning consultant for designated business units, translating business strategies into targeted learning solutions that drive performance and growth.
• Align business learning strategies to Covetrus’ overarching L&D and talent development roadmap, ensuring consistency and enterprise-wide alignment.
• Partner with business unit stakeholders to assess skill gaps, performance challenges, and capability needs, advising when learning is, or is not, the right solution.
• Prioritize learning requests based on business value, impact, and resource availability.

Portfolio Ownership & Governance

• Own and manage the learning portfolio for assigned business areas, ensuring all programs are relevant, effective, and aligned to strategic needs.

• Oversee the full learning lifecycle—from needs analysis and design through implementation and sustainment.
• Ensure recurring programs and required curricula are refreshed, operationally sound, and compliant with business and industry standards.
• Partner with the LMS Administration team to maintain content accuracy, user access, and reporting consistency in the learning management system.

Stakeholder Engagement & Communication

• Build strong, trust-based relationships with business stakeholders, subject matter experts, and cross-functional partners across Covetrus.
• Act as the first point of contact for content updates, maintenance, and performance discussions related to learning initiatives.
• Facilitate strategic discussions that influence leadership decisions around learning investments, priorities, and outcomes.
• Communicate progress and impact through data-driven storytelling in monthly and quarterly business reviews.

Learning Experience Design & Quality

• Partner with and guide the Learning Experience Design team to ensure solutions are engaging, relevant, and human-centered.
• Champion AI-enabled, innovative learning methods, including blended learning, digital experiences, simulations, and microlearning.
• Lead and upskill the design team in human-centered design, accessibility, and performance consulting methodologies.
• Ensure all learning projects meet established milestones, quality standards, and delivery timelines.

Measurement & Insights

• Collaborate with the design team to define and implement success metrics for all learning programs, ensuring data is collected, analyzed, and communicated effectively.
• Build and maintain dashboard reports that demonstrate learning impact, engagement, and performance outcomes.
• Use insights to continuously improve learning programs and demonstrate business results.

Collaboration & Continuous Improvement

• Partner closely with the Learning Innovation Lab leader to ensure consistency, innovation, and alignment across the enterprise.
• Brings a hands-on, roll-up-your-sleeves mindset and willingness to wear multiple hats to ensure the success of the team and the broader learning strategy
• Champion a culture of learning, experimentation, and continuous improvement across the organization.
• Manage competing priorities and ensure all projects meet established milestones and deadlines.
• Stay informed on external learning trends, technologies, and best practices to evolve Covetrus’ approach to enterprise learning.
• Promote a culture of curiosity, collaboration, and growth mindset across the organization

Required Knowledge and Skills

• Demonstrated experience leading learning strategies that drive measurable business outcomes in complex, matrixed organizations.
• Expertise in instructional design, adult learning theory, and learning measurement methodologies.
• Experience managing enterprise learning portfolios and collaborating with senior business stakeholders.

• Strong data storytelling and analytical skills; experience creating learning dashboards preferred.
• Exceptional relationship-building, communication, and influencing skills.
• Proven ability to lead teams, manage competing priorities, and drive projects to completion.

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Learning & Development, Organizational Development, Human Resources, Education, or related field experience (Master’s preferred).
• 10+ years of experience in L&D or Talent Development, with at least 5 years in a consulting, strategic, or leadership capacity.

Covetrus is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. 

We offer the following benefits for you to take advantage of while you are here provided you meet the eligibility requirements under each governing program:

• 401k savings & company match

• Paid time off

• Paid holidays

• Maternity leave

• Parental leave

• Military leave

• Other leaves of absence

• Health, dental, and vision benefits

• Health savings accounts

• Flexible spending accounts

• Life & disability benefits​

• Identity theft protection

• Pet insurance

• Certain positions may include eligibility for a short-term incentive plan

Salary may vary depending on factors such as confirmed job-related skills, experience, and location. It is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top end of the range for their role. Compensation decisions are dependent upon the facts and circumstances of each case. Sales Positions are eligible for a Variable Incentive.

The pay range for this position is as follows:

Covetrus is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.