Sales Trainer II

Daimler Truck•Portland, OR

3d•$78,000 - $100,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Inside the Role The Vocational Training Analyst is a member of the Vocational & MD Marketing and Strategy team focused on optimizing training for internal stakeholders, Dealers, and TEMs. Supporting both Freightliner and Western Star brands. The primary objective of this position will be to assist with content creation, implement communication strategy, and support all training methods related to the Vocational & MD products. This position will work closely with Product Marketing, Field Sales, and other DTNA Training Managers to provide a superior Customer Experience. Posting Information We provide a scheduled posting end date to assist our candidates with their application planning. While this date reflects our latest plans, it is subject to change, and postings may be extended or removed earlier than expected. We Take Care of Our Team Position offers a starting salary range of $78,000.00 - $100,000.00 USD Pay offered dependent on knowledge, skills, and experience Benefits include annual bonus program; 401k company contribution with company match up to 6% as well as non-elective company contribution of 3 - 7% depending on age; starting at 4 weeks paid vacation; 13+ calendar holidays; 8 weeks paid parental leave; employee assistance program; comprehensive healthcare plans and wellness programs; onsite fitness (at some locations); tuition assistance and volunteer paid time off; short-term and long-term disability plans. What You Drive at DTNA: Maintain a high level of DTNA product knowledge and be highly proficient with DTNA services and resources Assist in development and execution of strategies to effectively train key stakeholders – dealer sales teams, DTNA sales teams, truck equipment manufacturers (TEMs) – on features and benefits of Freightliner and Western Star vocational products, spec’ing for target vocational segments, features and tools for truck equipment upfit and truck selling skills Lead monthly newsletter content timeline and development with key stakeholders Generate story boards, scriptures and other assets for online training modules with Subject Matter Experts Build online training modules with internal software and upload on the Learning Management System (LMS) Collaborate with vocational product marketing and segment strategy teams to determine product and segment training needs/timing, appropriate training content, messaging and distribution channels Co-Facilitate DTNA sales and dealer training ride & drive events to drive hands-on product engagement; collaborate with product marketing to determine event agenda and determine appropriate product to highlight at events Support development of training programs, events and content for TEM sales teams as needed Collaborate with Training Development team and other internal subject matter experts to drive continuous improvement of training aids Maintain a strong communication channel with corporate and network instructors Co-creation of network interfaces to improve dealer collaboration within digital platforms Knowledge You Should Bring: BS/BA and 2-4 years of relevant experience, or 6 years of relevant experience in lieu of degree Microsoft 365, PowerPoint proficiency Up to 10-20% Travel An attached resume is required Exceptional Candidates Might Have: Presentation and facilitation skills Experience with Adobe and Articulate software Graphic design experience Vocational and Medium Duty Product Knowledge Where We Work This position is open to applicants who can work in (or relocate to) the following location(s)- Fort Mill, SC US, Portland, OR US. Relocation assistance is not available for this position. Schedule Type: Hybrid (4 days per week in-office / 1 day remote). This schedule builds our #OneTeamBestTeam culture, provides an unparalleled customer experience, and creates innovative solutions through in-person collaboration. At Daimler Truck North America, we recognize our world is changing faster than ever before. By listening to the needs of today, we’re building to solve with cutting-edge solutions in sustainability and future driving technology across electric, hydrogen and autonomous. These solutions, backed by years of innovative success and achievement, continue DTNA’s legacy as the undisputed industry leader. Our evolving brand portfolio is second to none, including Freightliner Trucks, Western Star, Demand Detroit, Thomas Built Buses, Freightliner Custom Chassis, and Financial Services. Together, we work as one team towards our envisioned future – building a cleaner, safer and more efficient tomorrow for all. That is what we are working toward - for all who keep the world moving. Additional Information This position is not open for Visa sponsorship or to existing Visa holders Applicants must be legally authorized to work permanently in the country the position is located in at the time of application Final candidate must successfully complete a criminal background check Final candidate may be required to successfully complete a pre-employment drug screen Contractors, professional services, or other contingent workers should confirm with their local agency if they are eligible to apply for FTE positions EEO - Disabled/Veterans Daimler Truck North America is committed to workforce inclusion and providing an environment where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, age, marital status, family relationship, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression (including transgender and transitioning status), genetic information, or veteran status. For an accommodation or special assistance with applying for a posted position, please contact our Human Resources department at 503-745-8982 or toll free 800-206-3369. For TTY/TDD enabled call 503-745-2137 or toll free 866-355-6935. SHAPE YOUR FUTURE. CHANGE THE WORLD. Are you ready to join the inspired people who are helping shape the future of commercial vehicle manufacturing? Our employees enjoy lucrative benefits, competitive salaries and the opportunity to work in jobs across many functions—mechanical engineering and electrical engineering, accounting, sales & marketing, IT and more—both within our company and in our offices around the world.

Requirements

BS/BA and 2-4 years of relevant experience, or 6 years of relevant experience in lieu of degree
Microsoft 365, PowerPoint proficiency
Up to 10-20% Travel
An attached resume is required
Applicants must be legally authorized to work permanently in the country the position is located in at the time of application
Final candidate must successfully complete a criminal background check
Final candidate may be required to successfully complete a pre-employment drug screen

Nice To Haves

Presentation and facilitation skills
Experience with Adobe and Articulate software
Graphic design experience
Vocational and Medium Duty Product Knowledge

Responsibilities

Maintain a high level of DTNA product knowledge and be highly proficient with DTNA services and resources
Assist in development and execution of strategies to effectively train key stakeholders – dealer sales teams, DTNA sales teams, truck equipment manufacturers (TEMs) – on features and benefits of Freightliner and Western Star vocational products, spec’ing for target vocational segments, features and tools for truck equipment upfit and truck selling skills
Lead monthly newsletter content timeline and development with key stakeholders
Generate story boards, scriptures and other assets for online training modules with Subject Matter Experts
Build online training modules with internal software and upload on the Learning Management System (LMS)
Collaborate with vocational product marketing and segment strategy teams to determine product and segment training needs/timing, appropriate training content, messaging and distribution channels
Co-Facilitate DTNA sales and dealer training ride & drive events to drive hands-on product engagement; collaborate with product marketing to determine event agenda and determine appropriate product to highlight at events
Support development of training programs, events and content for TEM sales teams as needed
Collaborate with Training Development team and other internal subject matter experts to drive continuous improvement of training aids
Maintain a strong communication channel with corporate and network instructors
Co-creation of network interfaces to improve dealer collaboration within digital platforms

Benefits

annual bonus program
401k company contribution with company match up to 6% as well as non-elective company contribution of 3 - 7% depending on age
starting at 4 weeks paid vacation
13+ calendar holidays
8 weeks paid parental leave
employee assistance program
comprehensive healthcare plans and wellness programs
onsite fitness (at some locations)
tuition assistance and volunteer paid time off
short-term and long-term disability plans