Job Description

Looking for a great opportunity to work in Canada's largest Automotive Group?

Our Dilawri BC Region is currently looking to fill a position of a Regional Training & Development Manager.

Under the supervision of the VP, Operations, the Regional Training & Development Manager - BC is responsible for supporting the implementation and maintenance of current and future employee training and development from building a plan, developing systems, implementation and monitoring, measurement and reporting. This position will leverage knowledge and understanding of dealership and industry operations to support employee compliance and growth

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

• Liaise between National, Regional and Dealership management to provide local in-region programs
• Develop, implement and monitor training programs within the region
• Supervise technical training for staff
• Conduct orientation sessions
• Create brochure and training materials
• Develop multimedia visual aids and presentations
• Create testing and evaluation processes
• Prepare and implement training budget
• Evaluate needs of company and plan training programs accordingly
• Conduct performance evaluations
• Provide region with classroom training, demonstrations, on-the-job training, meetings, conferences and workshops
• Manage staff of facilitators
• Provide performance feedback
• Conduct continuing education training
• Provide leadership development education
• Build solid cross-functional relations across the regions
• Provide logistical support, course development, deliver, evaluation, process measurements and cost management
• Plan the implementation and facilitation of activities and events, budget spending, material production and distribution, along with other resources to ensure operations are managed within authorized budgets
• Assist with the development of strategic planning

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE:

Demonstrated experience working within a training environment in the automotive industry or a similar retail environment * Strong understanding of compliance and development needs of employees

• Proven experience with using technology to benefit operations
• Experience developing and maintaining relationships with internal and external stakeholders
• Knowledge of systems and related technologies considered an asset
• Prior Automotive dealership or related leadership considered an asset
• Experience in information-intensive industries or digitally-advanced enterprises
• Experience of working through business change or business transformation

REQUIRED SKILLS:

• University or post-secondary degree
• Minimum of 3 years' experience in Human Resources and/ or education management role, with proven leadership
• Ability to analyze and understand complex retail systems and integrations
• Ability to troubleshoot, triage issues and identify possible solutions
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities
• Communicate effectively through verbal and written mediums
• Capability to self-learn new industry policy, dealer systems & software applications
• Ability to network and develop key strategic business partnerships
• Ability to work in a fast-paced high-pressure environment
• Reliable, self-motivated, and self-disciplined
• Capability of managing multiple projects simultaneously

Dilawri Group of Companies is Canada's largest automotive group with 75+ franchised dealerships representing 35+ automotive brands throughout Quebec, Ontario, Saskatchewan, Alberta, and British Columbia. Privately owned and operated by the Dilawri family since 1985, the company continues to expand its footprint in Canada, building on its history of excellence in the automotive industry. With more than 4,000 employees, Dilawri Group of Companies is proud to offer exceptional products and customer service in every dealership.

Dilawri Group of Companies is not only a leader in the automotive industry, it is also a leader in the communities it serves, having established The Dilawri Foundation in 2002. The Dilawri Foundation has contributed tens of millions of dollars throughout Canada supporting a variety of charitable causes.

Go to our website to see more about our company and the many reasons why you will want to work for us!

We do thank all applicants in advance, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Thank you for your interest

Dilawri Group of Companies - BC Region

Department

Management

Employment Type

Full Time