In Dealership Product Trainer Los Angeles

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Job Summary

Under the direction of a Performance Coach, this position contacts a territory of dealerships in the North Central Region to facilitate product training and improve sales consultant performance.  The trainer works with a comprehensive knowledge of assigned OEM brands and training priorities to conduct In-Dealership training and coaching. Resumes and applications are being collected to fill openings as needed.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

         Conduct training sessions in accordance with performance standards

         Responsible for product training and performance support within assigned dealerships

         Develop and manage schedule to support dealer needs while working with regional personnel on direction and priorities

         Conduct special training assignments and facilitate large group meetings as required

         Conduct launch training events as required

         Conduct on-going product study and competitive reviews

         Submit schedules, rosters, activity reports and expense reports according to performance standards

Qualifications

         3-5 years automotive related or automotive retail experience or commensurate experience

         In-depth knowledge of vehicle technology, light duty truck fundamentals, trailering and infotainment systems

         Strong communication skills

         Strong facilitation, presentation and coaching skills

         Organizational skills

         Computer skills/literacy and proficiency with PowerPoint

         Ability to work independently and as part of a team

 

LOGISTICS AND WORKING CONDITIONS:

         80% travel

         Provide training withIn Dealerships and meeting locations

         Home office based

         Reside within assigned territory

         Light Work- Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects. Light work involves sitting most of the time.

         Physical Activities-Reaching, sitting, driving, standing, stooping, lifting, walking, typing, grasping, talking, hearing, and repetitive motions.

         Visual Acuity-Close visual acuity to prepare and analyze data, view computer monitors, and read.

         Requires visual acuity to view surroundings and identify potential hazards to safety while performing essential functions of the job. May need to view presentation screens and other visual aids in a classroom or other client setting.

         Visual acuity to operate a motor vehicle.

         General working Conditions-Both indoor and outdoor environmental conditions.

 

This Position Description is intended to describe the essential job functions, the general supplemental functions and the essential requirements for the performance of this job.  It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of all supplemental duties, responsibilities, or non-essential requirements.

 

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