Automotive Training Manager

Who We Are:

Here at Avis Budget Group, you will be joining a team of 25,000 driven people, performing with purpose. Together,we'removing the future of transportation forward with our innovative, customer-focused solutions.Our culture is performance driven, where we encourage and support each other to be at our best through leadership, training, tools, and rewards.We are proud to make a positive difference to the lives of our colleagues, customers, and communities where weoperate.

What you'll do:

• Deliver industry-leading technician training programs for ABG technicians, ensuring effectiveness and alignment with operational needs.
• Identify opportunities to improve technician performance and develop key initiatives around efficiency, client engagement, and training effectiveness.
• Partner with manufacturers and internal subject matter experts to prepare training materials, ensuring practical, hands-on experience achieves desired learning outcomes.
• Execute best practices to drive instructor performance and ensure excellence in training delivery.
• Conduct pilot training sessions and provide feedback to refine materials and improve outcomes.
• Measure and evaluate training effectiveness, adapting programs and content based on technical/learner feedback.
• Consult with business leaders to assess training needs and deliver development initiatives that improve performance and business results.
• Develop and maintain processes, procedures, and standards for training delivery, ensuring consistent communication and institutionalization across teams.
• Communicate training program performance against established goals and objectives.
• Build and maintain strong business relationships with key internal partners.
• Apply a range of instructional methodologies including group instruction, self-study, demonstrations, and computer-based training.
• Manage technician certification programs (ASE and other relevant industry certifications) and maintain training records.
• Support technical operations by aligning training with recall processes, technical support procedures, and shop equipment usage standards.

You should apply if you bring:

• 4+ years of progressive management experience in training, professional services, or an automotive environment.
• Hands-on leadership skills with ability to thrive in a fast-paced organization.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and team-building skills.
• Proven ability to lead large, complex programs/projects to successful completion.
• Excellent problem-solving, organizational, and time-management skills.
• Ability to influence, motivate, and drive engagement across diverse teams.
• Travel: 25% - 50%

PerksYou'llGet:

• Paid time off
• 401K retirement plan with company matched contributions
• Access to Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and Disability insurance
• Eligible to elect other voluntary benefits including: Group Legal, Identity Theft, Insurance, FSA, additional life insurance coverages
• Contribute up to $260 as a tax free benefit for public transportation or parking expenses
• Employee discounts, including discounted prices on purchase of Avis / Budget cars
• Access to an Employee Assistance Program for services including counseling, financial and legal consultation, referrals for care service, and more

The annual starting salary for this position is between $85,000 - $120,000 annually. Factors that may affect starting pay within this range include geography/market, skills, education, experience, and other qualifications of the successful candidate.

The fine print:

Avis Budget Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other category protected by applicable law.

This advertisementdoes not constitutea promise or guarantee of employment. This advertisement describes the general nature and level of this position only. Essential functions and responsibilities may change as business needs require. The compensation and benefits informationisaccurateas of the date of this posting. The Company reserves the right tomodifythis information at any time, with or without notice, subject to applicable law. This position may be with any affiliate of Avis Budget Group.