Automotive DMS Deployment Lead & Training Pro

CLA (CliftonLarsonAllen); St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

CLA is seeking a Tekion Engagement Consultant to partner with automotive dealership clients and lead Simulation Training, Go-Live, and post-deployment support. You will translate business requirements into DMS configurations and drive successful adoption.

You will deliver end-user training across Sales, Service, Parts, and Accounting, manage test plans and UAT, and collaborate with project teams to ensure high-quality implementations and client success. This role requires significant travel.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; combination of education and experience may be considered.
• Requires 6 years of relevant experience.
• Experience with dealer management software and automotive dealership workflows.
• Proficient with MS Office and collaboration tools (Slack, Teams).
• Ability to lead training, testing, and change management activities.

Responsibilities

• Lead Simulation Training, Go-Live, and Follow-Up phases to drive system adoption.
• Serve as primary client contact during deployment and post-go-live support.
• Deliver product training to dealership staff across Sales, Service, Parts, and Accounting.
• Schedule and lead status meetings, manage communications, and support training schedules.
• Execute test plans, facilitate UAT, and support QA efforts.
• Translate business requirements into DMS configurations and enhancements.
• Analyze dealership processes and suggest improvements.
• Support change management initiatives to minimize disruption and drive adoption.

Skills

Stakeholder communication

Training delivery

Change management

Process analysis

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

DMS knowledge

MS Office

Slack

Ticketing systems

UAT testing

Documentation and training

Job description

CLA is seeking a Tekion Engagement Consultant to partner with automotive dealership clients and lead Simulation Training, Go-Live, and post-deployment support. You will translate business requirements into DMS configurations and drive successful adoption.

You will deliver end-user training across Sales, Service, Parts, and Accounting, manage test plans and UAT, and collaborate with project teams to ensure high-quality implementations and client success. This role requires significant travel.