UK Dealer Training Manager

Changan UK R&D Centre Limited; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Changan UK R&D Centre is seeking a UK Dealer Training Manager to launch and enhance its brand in the UK market. This role focuses on developing a robust training strategy for dealers, ensuring they are well-equipped to represent the brand. The ideal candidate will have a strong automotive background, excellent communication skills, and a proven track record in training design. A unique opportunity awaits those looking to shape the future of Changan in the UK automotive landscape.

Benefits

Competitive compensation package

Culturally enriching role

Diverse multinational team

Start-up energy within corporate structures

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in Automotive.
• Strong understanding of best practices in UK Automotive training sector.
• Experience designing and delivering training across multiple formats.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a market-leading training strategy for Sales and Aftersales.
• Ensure effective onboarding and development of dealer staff.
• Collaborate with product and technical teams for training content.

Skills

Communication

Presentation Skills

Problem-Solving

Strategic Mindset

Training Design

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

About the Role

About Changan

Changan Automobile, a prominent Chinese automotive manufacturer with a global footprint, is expanding its presence in the European market. Having established design and R&D centers in Europe since the early 2000s, Changan is now reinforcing its commitment to the region with a new European headquarters in Munich. Starting this summer, the company will launch operations across various European markets, introducing a lineup of vehicles that combine European design sophistication with cutting-edge Chinese technology. Focused on innovation and quality, Changan is excited to offer intelligent, stylish, and sustainable mobility solutions tailored to meet the needs of both Europe and the UK.

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced UK Dealer Training Manager to support the successful launch and ongoing growth of the Changan brand in the UK.

This is a unique and exciting opportunity to join the business at a crucial moment as we establish our UK business. The successful candidate is required to be proactive with a passion for training, combined with a can-do approach.

As the UK Dealer Training Manager, you will be responsible for designing, delivering, and continuously improving the training strategy across for our dealer network. You will ensure that all staff are fully equipped with the knowledge and skills required to represent Changan's brand and product for both Sales & Aftersales. Your role will be critical in building a strong and knowledgeable network that reflects Changan's strong product offering and commitment to an excellent customer experience.

Requirements

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in Automotive.

Skills we are looking for:

• Strong understanding of best practice methods within the UK Automotive training sector.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to engage a variety of audiences, from dealer staff to senior stakeholders.
• Strong problem-solving skills, with a strategic mindset.
• Experience designing and delivering training programmes across multiple formats (in-person, digital, e-learning).
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and deliver cross functional objectives.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a market-leading training strategy to support the Changan UK dealer network across Sales and Aftersales.
• Establish and maintain strong relationships with training partners, dealers, and internal stakeholders to ensure training standards are met and continuously improved.
• Ensure effective onboarding and continuous development of dealer staff, ensuring alignment with Changan's brand values and customer expectations.
• Collaborate with product, marketing, and technical teams to ensure training content reflects the latest Changan product line up, system updates, and market trends.
• Oversee the creation of digital and in-person learning materials, utilising e-learning platforms and training technologies.

Other Features

• A culturally enriching role with the opportunity to build something monumental.
• A diverse, multinational team.
• Start-up energy within secure corporate structures.
• Competitive, rewarding compensation package, based on your qualifications and experience.

If you are selected for an interview, our recruitment team will contact you directly. Unfortunately, due to the high volume of applications, we are unable to inform the candidates who are not shortlisted or provide specific feedback.