Field Trainer

As a Retail Tire Trainer, your essential job functions will include the following:

• Regional Tire Trainer(s) coordinate and partner with OEM regional personnel with laser-like focus
• In-depth dealer visits with focus on Dealer Leadership including Dealer Principal, General Manager, and Fixed Ops Director;
  Service Manager, Parts Manager, and Service Lane Training
• Promote GM Tire Programs with key interest in the Service Lane Operations, Tire RO Penetration growth, and related around the wheel service parts (Halo Effect)
• Provide suggestions for improvements from the field/dealers to the GM Business Owner
• Develop a set of best practices for selling tires in the service lane and instill throughout all locations (Standardized Contact Process)
• Train Tire Distributors on operations, incentives, communications, reports, online tools, and elements of the GM Tire Program playbook
• Suggest and Develop new tools and applications (e.g. Stocking Guide, Scorecard) for GM Tire Central and beyond
• Develop and execute programs to accelerate program growth and drive sales (e.g. Expand the Expertise, Tire Clinics)

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience
• 10+ years tire industry experience, including retail, wholesale, management, training, marketing, and program development, or equivalent experience in related environment
• Considered an industry expert in tire retail, marketing, and management experience.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Willingness to travel within Metro Market areas and occasionally to headquarters.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and data analysis tools.
• Passion for the marketing discipline (products and consumers)
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to engage and influence internal stakeholders
• Ability to manage conflicting demands with demonstrated project management expertise
• Business acumen (commercial experience)
• Aftermarket Parts and service knowledge
• Well organized with a strong drive for results - able to drive the business and manage their time effectively
• A good understanding of data management and analytics
• Proficient with Microsoft Office suite of products
• Tire Industry experience across all levels - from working with/in Retail Stores to working directly with Tire Manufacturers
• Leadership:
  Able to work independently or with minor supervision / team player
• Valid driver's license, in good standing and reliable transportation.

• Critical Thinking
• Diagnostic Skills
• Industry/Product Knowledge
• Trusted Advisor

• Standing for long periods of time
• Extensive driving and traveling to customer accounts (up to 80%)