Training Manager-Africa Middle East

Bridgestone; Dubai; On-site; AED 60,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading tire manufacturer in Dubai is seeking an experienced Training Manager to lead training programs across the Middle East and Africa. You will manage distributor training initiatives, enhance performance through effective delivery, and operate in a multicultural environment. The ideal candidate has a Master's degree and 10+ years of relevant experience, along with robust leadership and communication skills.

Qualifications

• 10 years of experience in automotive training, ideally in sales or aftersales functions.
• Proven success in managing large-scale regional training programs in multicultural environments.
• Experience operating in the Middle East and Africa with strong awareness of cultural nuances.

Responsibilities

• Design, lead, and execute distributor training programs across MEA and CIS.
• Deliver targeted sales and product training to dealer/distributor partners.
• Measure the effectiveness of training through feedback data and KPIs.
• Engage with regional leadership to align on learning priorities.

Skills

Leadership skills

Interpersonal skills

Analytical mindset

Project management

Multitasking capabilities

Education

Master's degree in Business Administration or related fields

Certifications in Instructional Design or Leadership Development

Tools

Learning Management Systems (LMS)

eLearning platforms

MS Office (PowerPoint, Excel, Word)

Job description

About the Role

Job Purpose

At Bridgestone MEA were looking for an experienced Training Manager to lead and manage training programs across the Middle East Africa and CIS regions. Youll take charge of upskilling our distributor partners and internal teammates delivering sales management leadership and soft skills programs that drive performance and align with our strategic vision.

This role is about leading transformation in how knowledge is shared performance is improved and people are empowered across diverse markets and cultures.

Responsibilities:

Strategic Leadership and Programh3>

• Design lead and execute distributor training programs across MEA and CIS.
• Partner with HR to support L&D and internal training programs for Bridgestone teammates.
• Align all training initiatives with strategic business goals and commercial outcomes.
• Drive the digital transformation of training tools and delivery formats.
• Establish training standards and ensure compliance with global best practices.

Training Delivery and Facilitation

• Deliver targeted sales and product training to dealer/distributor partners to boost performance and loyalty.
• Facilitate high-impact sessions on management leadership and interpersonal skills.
• Innovate learning methods to engage multicultural audiences.
• Support onboarding and induction programs for new hires across the region.

Performance Evaluation and Continuous Improvement

• Measure the effectiveness of training through feedback data and KPIs.
• Continuously enhance training programs to reflect evolving business needs.
• Report learning outcomes to the MEA leadership team and external partners.

Communication and Stakeholder Engagement

• Act as the single point of contact for distributor training communications.
• Keep partners updated with the latest training content tools and requirements.
• Engage with regional leadership to align on learning priorities and execution.

Systems Management

• Oversee and manage the Learning Management System (LMS) for both internal teams and external partners.
• Support the rollout of eLearning platforms and ensure system integrity and user experience.

Qualifications & Experience Required

Education Master other certification:

• Masters degree in Business Administration HR Education or related fields.
• Certifications in Instructional Design Coaching or Leadership Development are a plus.

Experience (years):

10 years of experience in automotive training ideally across sales or aftersales functions. Proven success in managing large-scale regional training programs in multicultural environments. Experience operating in the Middle East and Africa with strong awareness of cultural and business nuances.

Technical Skills:

• Strong proficiency with Learning Management Systems (LMS).
• Hands-on experience with eLearning platforms.
• Analytical mindset; able to use data to track and optimize training effectiveness.
• Advanced skills in MS Office (PowerPoint Excel Word).

Languages Skills:

• Fluent in English and Arabic (written and spoken) mandatory.
• French or Russian a strong advantage.

Soft/Behavioral Skills:

• Inspirational leader with excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Culturally agile and capable of engaging diverse learner groups.
• Strong project management and multitasking capabilities.
• High emotional intelligence with the ability to influence at all levels.
• Strategic mindset with a drive for continuous improvement.

Required Experience:

Manager