Divisional Sales Trainer
About The Position
Westlake Financial is hiring a Divisional Sales Trainer to support the company’s sales objectives through the design, development, and implementation of quarterly and annual sales training plans. The role monitors the effectiveness of training techniques and programs, provides current training materials, and participates in dealer visits, regional meetings, trade shows, activities, events, and seminars. The position requires significant travel, including a stated willingness to travel 3–4 days per week and local travel to current and potential clients. The role also involves reviewing and purchasing potential sales contracts during dealer visits. Candidates should bring automotive, finance, and sales experience, strong communication and presentation skills, and proficiency with Microsoft Office and web applications. A bachelor’s degree is preferred. Compensation is listed as an annual range of $43,888–$111,900, with bonus potential paid monthly. Starting compensation depends on factors such as location, skills, experience, education, credentials, and licensure.
Requirements
- Strong supervisory and management skills.
- Detail-oriented, with the ability to prioritize multiple responsibilities.
- Effective and professional verbal and written communication skills.
- Advanced PC skills and the ability to work with multiple platforms.
- Ability to persuade and influence others.
- Presentation skills, from initial creation through delivery.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- Knowledge of advertising and sales promotion techniques.
- Valid state driver’s license for local travel to current and potential clients.
- Automotive, finance, and sales experience required.
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, and Outlook, required.
- Knowledge of web applications required.
Nice To Haves
- Extensive sales knowledge preferred.
- Bachelor’s degree from a four-year college or university preferred.
- Previous outside sales experience preferred.
- Knowledge or experience using DealerTrack, RouteOne, or CUDL is beneficial.
Responsibilities
- Design, develop, and implement comprehensive quarterly and annual sales training plans that support Westlake’s sales objectives.
- Monitor the effectiveness of training techniques and the suitability of training programs.
- Train sales personnel.
- Provide up-to-date training handouts, slides, and videos to the sales force.
- Review and purchase potential sales contracts during dealer visits.
- Participate in regional meetings, trade shows, regional activities, special events, and seminars.
- Travel 3–4 days per week and make significant local visits to current and potential clients.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision benefits.
- Life insurance and long-term disability plans.
- Flexible Spending Account.
- 401(k) matching.
- Employee Stock Ownership Program with company matching.
- Wellness programs.
- Metro Tap Card and Metro-link reimbursement for Los Angeles, California employees only.
- Career path opportunities.
- Discounts on parks, museums, movie tickets, and attractions.
- Annual flu shot.
- Paid vacation days.
- Paid sick days.
- Paid holidays.
- HGym access at the Los Angeles, California and Dallas, Texas offices.
- Rental car discounts and Dell Member Purchase Program.
- UKG Wallet.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
