As an independent group of companies, the BMW Group has a commitment to creativity and breakthrough ideas that goes well beyond the racetrack. In order to continuously create ultimate driving machines, we drive our growth and design excellence by staffing our teams with individuals who are innovative and always looking for the next great idea. If you share our vision and view yourself as an independent, creative thinker, we invite you to join our team in this exceptional role located ideally based out of the Richmond Metro Area, VA.

The BMW Regional Product Trainer (RPT) for the Maryland / Virginia Area (Market 17) is the dealer facing brand ambassador responsible for in-center training related to product information, specifications, differentiations, and functionalities across the entire BMW product line & new launches. The RPT is a field position and is responsible for a group of retail centers located within specific market areas throughout the United States.

Besides training center employees, the RPT is relied upon as subject matter expert and incorporated into training research, design and development processes as well.

The RPT further serves to enhance dealership soft skill abilities, including customer consultation, sales delivery, test drive, and various sales and aftersales process trainings

Under the direction of the Product Training Manager, the Regional Product Trainer will support BMW of North America’s and regional business objectives providing in-center training solutions that are aligned with the overall Sales and Product Training Strategy. The RPT will also be involved in National and Regional event coordination, attendance and facilitation, including but not limited to live vehicle demonstrations and content development.

As such, building close relationships with the main BMW Corporate Stakeholders especially with our 4 regions and the assigned Centers is key in this position.

Join the team at BMW of North America and enjoy a high-performance employment package which includes:

• Company sponsored Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance.
• Employee car program.
• 401(k) Savings Plan.
• Retirement Income Account.

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree preferred or equivalent working experience.
• 4+ years in the automotive industry, Experience with the BMW brand/dealership preferred, training experience also preferred

Preferences:

• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, & Power Point) and Outlook
• Excellent communication skills, detail oriented and organized
• Ability to manage multiple demands of competing priority from a variety of interested parties (dealers, BMW NA, Group University, Field Staff, etc)
• Ability to respond to real time challenges promptly and effectively
• Mature and positive mindset
• Ability to interact with all levels of personnel with a positive teamwork attitude
• Quick learner; able to understand new concepts or technical information and translate into simplified, educational format
• Highly preferred: understanding of and experience in retail industry, and/or customer service, in luxury product sales and/or marketing, in automotive and/or technology industries
• Ability to travel 80-90% of the time.
• Valid US driver’s license with a clean driving record required

BMW NA is an EO employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.