Trainer

Group 1 Automotive, Inc., an international, Fortune 250 automotive retailer and a leading operator in the automotive retailing industry, is seeking an experienced and dynamic Trainer to our team.

Group 1 Automotive owns and operates automotive dealerships and collision centers in the United States and United Kingdom. We offer our associates a team environment, great benefits and ongoing training and support. If you are in alignment with our values of integrity, transparency, professionalism, teamwork, and respect - now might be the time for you to accelerate your career as part of the best company in automotive retail.

Job Summary: 

This person will be responsible to design, develop, and deliver engaging training programs that enhance employee skills, knowledge, and performance. The Trainer will play a key role in fostering a culture of continuous learning by implementing effective instructional methods, utilizing adult learning principles, and measuring training effectiveness.

*Candidates must reside within a 30-mile radius of Danvers, Massachusetts 01923

• Facilitate engaging and interactive training sessions, both in-person and virtually, to support employee development.
• Develop and update training materials, including presentations, guides, e-learning modules, and job aids.
• Assess training needs through collaboration with leadership, employee feedback, and performance evaluations.
• Adapt training methods to different learning styles, ensuring maximum engagement and retention.
• Monitor and measure the effectiveness of training programs through assessments, surveys, and performance metrics.
• Provide coaching and support to employees, ensuring they apply learned skills to their roles.
• Stay up to date with industry trends and best practices to continuously improve training programs.
• Coordinate training logistics, including scheduling sessions, securing training spaces, and managing training materials.
  

• 1-3 years of experience in training, facilitation, or instructional design.
• Strong understanding of adult learning principles and instructional design methodologies.
• Excellent presentation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in using training technologies, such as Learning Management Systems (LMS) and virtual training tools such as zoom or teams.
• Ability to assess training effectiveness and adjust programs accordingly.
• Strong organizational and project management skills.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience in automotive is preferred but not required. 
• Certification in training and development (e.g., CPTD, ATD, or equivalent) is a plus.

*All applicants must pass pre-employment testing to include: background checks, MVR, and drug testing in order to qualify for employment*

Group 1 Automotive is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.

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