Training Specialist I

Valvoline Inc.; London; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in automotive solutions seeks a Junior Training Specialist to execute regional training strategies. This role involves facilitating training sessions, collaborating with stakeholders, and evaluating training effectiveness. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's degree and relevant experience in training or sales.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years training, automotive, or sales related experience.
• Familiarity with automotive markets preferred.

Responsibilities

• Facilitates instructor-led product and sales training for partners.
• Plans and coordinates all onsite and virtual training events.
• Maintains and updates existing training materials.

Skills

Communication Skills

Planning & Organization Skills

Collaboration and Teamwork Skills

Dynamic Presentation Skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

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Why Valvoline Global Operations?
AtValvoline Global Operations, we’re proud to beThe Original Motor Oil, but we’ve never rested on being first. Founded in 1866, we introduced the world’s first branded motor oil, staking our claim as a pioneer in the automotive and industrial solutions industry. Today, as an affiliate ofAramco, one of the world’s largest integrated energy and chemicals companies, we are driven by innovation and committed to creating sustainable solutions for a better future.

With a global presence, we developfuture-ready productsand providebest-in-class servicesfor our partners around the world. For us, originality isn’t just about where we began; it’s about where we’re headed and how we’ll lead the way.We are originality in motion.

Our corporate values—Care, Integrity, Passion, Unity, and Excellence—are at the heart of everything we do. These values define how we operate, how we treat one another, and how we engage with our partners, customers, and the communities we serve. At Valvoline Global, we are united in our commitment to:

• Treating everyone with care.
• Acting with unwavering integrity.
• Striving for excellence in all endeavors.• Delivering on our commitments with passion.
• Collaborating as one unified team.

When you joinValvoline Global, you’ll become part of a culture that celebrates creativity, innovation, and excellence. Together, we’re shaping the future of automotive and industrial solutions.

Careers for the Driven

The Junior Training Specialist role will be responsible for the execution and implementation of the regional training strategy. The responsibilities include all aspects of instructor-led classroom training and virtual training, which includes collaboration with the Learning Experience and Instructional Design teams to help support the development of training content. A critical aspect of this role with be stakeholder involvement and the evaluation of the training and the effectiveness/return of these programs.

How You’ll Make an Impact

• Facilitates instructor-led product and sales training for internal and distributor partners across a region.
• Collaborates with Training Manager, business leadership, and key stakeholders to asses, prioritize, and ensure alignment on regional needs.
• Maintains and updates existing training materials to ensure compatibility and localization for desired region.
• Plans and coordinates all onsite and virtual training events to include subject matter experts, material preparation, and logistics.
• Other duties and responsibilities as determined by Valvoline from time to time in its sole discretion.
• Communications:
  • Internal:Regular contact with sales leadership (directors, regional sales managers, territory business managers), internal personnel/subject matter experts, and corporate resources (marketing, customer experience, etc)
  • External: Third party distributors, joint venture partners, training vendor partners

What You’ll Need

• The ability to travel up to 75%

Education Required:

• Bachelor’s Degree

Experience Required:

• Minimum 2 years training, automotive, or sales related experience
• Familiarity with “do it for me” (DIFM) automotive, “do it yourself’ (DIY), or heavy-duty market experience preferred
• Strong track record of training and/or sales experience
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, primarily Teams, PPT, Excel (or equivalent)

What Will Set You Apart

Communication Skills:

• Clearly and engagingly conveys complex information through strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Concisely delivers training information to individuals or groups to ensure that they understand the message.

Planning & Organization Skills:

• Plans and implements a training schedule designed to assist individuals and groups in developing knowledge and skills through the proper selection and use of training methods.
• Maintains accurate training records.

Dynamic Presentation Skills

• Delivers dynamic and compelling training sessions, commanding participants’ attention both in-person and virtually.

Collaboration and Teamwork Skills:

• Responds and relates well to peers and those in positions of leadership while focusing on big picture needs and solutions.
• Exhibits attributes of an Ideal Team Player; is humble, hungry, and people smart.
• Collaborates effectively with team members across the enterprise to identify common needs and recognize areas of opportunity to address concerns.
• Proficient in adapting training methods to diverse learning styles, preferences, and the unique needs of various audiences, showcasing flexibility in approach.

Impactful Assessment and Evaluation Skills:

• Implement surveys and assessments to measure the impact and effectiveness of delivered training sessions.

Valvoline Global is anequal opportunity employer. We are dedicated to fostering an environment where every individual feels valued, respected, and empowered to contribute their unique perspectives and skills. We strictly prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind, regardless of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability, genetics, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other legally protected characteristic.

We are committed to ensuring accessibility throughout our recruitment process. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in any stage of the recruitment or selection process, please contact us at:.

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