Senior Training Designer & Facilitator (Travel-Heavy)

Group 1 Automotive; Houston, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Group 1 Automotive in Houston is seeking an experienced trainer to design, develop, and deliver engaging training programs that boost employee skills and performance.

You will facilitate in-person and virtual sessions, create materials and e-learning modules, and measure training effectiveness through assessments and metrics. Travel >50% is required, and automotive experience is a plus but not mandatory.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in training, facilitation, or instructional design.
• Strong understanding of adult learning principles and instructional design methodologies.
• Excellent presentation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in training technologies, such as LMS and virtual training tools.
• Ability to assess training effectiveness and adjust programs accordingly.
• Strong organizational and project management skills.
• Certification in training and development (e.g., CPTD, ATD) is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate engaging and interactive training sessions, both in-person and virtually, to support employee development.
• Develop and update training materials, including presentations, guides, e-learning modules, and job aids.
• Assess training needs through collaboration with leadership, employee feedback, and performance evaluations.
• Adapt training methods to different learning styles, ensuring maximum engagement and retention.
• Monitor and measure the effectiveness of training programs through assessments, surveys, and performance metrics.
• Provide coaching and support to employees, ensuring they apply learned skills to their roles.
• Stay up to date with industry trends and best practices to continuously improve training programs.
• Coordinate training logistics, including scheduling sessions, securing training spaces, and managing training materials.

Skills

Training delivery

Adult learning

Presentation skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

LMS knowledge

Project management

Tools

Xtime

CDK

E-leads

Roadster

Zoom

Teams

Job description

Group 1 Automotive in Houston is seeking an experienced trainer to design, develop, and deliver engaging training programs that boost employee skills and performance.

You will facilitate in-person and virtual sessions, create materials and e-learning modules, and measure training effectiveness through assessments and metrics. Travel >50% is required, and automotive experience is a plus but not mandatory.