Training Manager — Live Instruction & Team Coaching

STIHL Inc.; Centralia (WA); On-site; USD 87,000 - 97,000; Full time

Job summary

STIHL Inc. is seeking a Training Manager to lead instructional programs for STIHL’s Commercial Learning and Development team. You’ll deliver live instruction to commercial teams, dealers, and partners, shaping product knowledge with strong training practices and brand-aligned pedagogy.

The role emphasizes facilitation, coaching, and collaboration with instructional designers to enhance programs, with travel up to 25% and a focus on adult learning outcomes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Education, Communication, Business, or related field.
• Professional training certifications (e.g., ATD Master Trainer, CPTM) strongly preferred.
• 5+ years in a training, facilitation, or coaching role in commercial, retail, or technical industries.
• Experience training on products or systems with hands-on components.
• Familiarity with STIHL’s product categories or dealer networks.
• Proven success in delivering high-impact instruction to adult learners.
• Up to 25% travel by air.
• Strong facilitation and public speaking skills for technical and commercial audiences.
• Familiarity with LMS platforms and classroom technologies.
• Ability to adapt instructional techniques to suit diverse learner needs.
• Basic proficiency with training software (PowerPoint, Teams, etc.).
• Highly relational, strong interpersonal and coaching abilities.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate in-person and virtual training sessions for STIHL commercial teams, dealers, and channel partners.
• Deliver engaging, brand-aligned instruction on product knowledge, sales strategies, and customer engagement.
• Partner with instructional designers to enhance existing training programs based on real-time learner feedback.
• Coach field reps and trainers to elevate facilitation techniques and improve learning outcomes.
• Assess learner performance and gather qualitative feedback to identify improvement opportunities.
• Represent STIHL values and culture in every learning interaction — modeling professionalism, integrity, and a passion for craftsmanship.
• All other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Skills

Facilitation

Public Speaking

Coaching

Interpersonal Skills

Travel Readiness

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Education, Communication, Business, or related field

Tools

PowerPoint

Teams

LMS platforms

Job description

STIHL Inc. is seeking a Training Manager to lead instructional programs for STIHL’s Commercial Learning and Development team. You’ll deliver live instruction to commercial teams, dealers, and partners, shaping product knowledge with strong training practices and brand-aligned pedagogy.

The role emphasizes facilitation, coaching, and collaboration with instructional designers to enhance programs, with travel up to 25% and a focus on adult learning outcomes.