Job Description

Career Snapshot

* Employee Type:
Full-Time

* Location:
Raleigh, NC

* Career Type:
Human Resources

* Date Posted:
1/3/2021

About Us

At Advance Auto Parts we have a passion for YES. Each day we are motivated by a passion to help our Customers. We have a commitment to advance the lives of our fellow Team Members, Customers, and the Communities where we live and work.

When you join our team, you become one of more of over 70,000 knowledgeable and experienced Team Members who are committed to providing outstanding customer service to our customers, communities and each other every day.

With over 5,100 stores in the United States, Canada, Puerto Rico and Virgin Islands, we are a leading automotive aftermarket parts provider. With opportunities ranging from our front lines in our Stores to our Distribution Centers to our Corporate Support Center and our rapidly growing Professional Business, we have the career for you.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.

Career Description

Job Description

Summary
The Field Training Specialist role is the face of the training department to the field, providing on the ground (and virtual) information to field TMs about processes and products that create revenue and ensure efficient store management. This position will work directly with training management to ensure specific training initiatives are implemented. This role is also responsible for the development, implementation and evaluation of performance improvement solutions. By executing delivery of these training programs and techniques, the Field Training Specialist will provide field operations with an accompanying level of attention in building the competency level of their team members to meet performance standards and improve the company's overall performance.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities

* Deliver face to face and virtual training in assigned region(s) and support business partners in the identification and scheduling of training needs and services.
* Deliver multiple facets of training, which could include but are not limited to: New Store Openings, Independent Acquisitions, Company Integration Projects, General Manager/District Manager/CAM/CSM Onboarding and Learning Journeys, Supply Chain Training and any other field or corporate training initiatives.
* Partner with colleagues in Organizational Development to deliver leadership training programs across the company, including leadership and inclusion and diversity programs.
* Partner with management and subject matter experts to create and conduct training to support multiple operating models and POS systems within in the company.
* Responsible for the planning, coordination and delivery of most training programs as assigned by the Training Manager, Senior Training Manager or Director of Learning and Development.
* Aid in the development of training programs and materials.
* All other duties as assigned by a member of management.

Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each of the above essential duties satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required to successfully perform this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

* 5 Years of experience in store operations is required, preferably as a General Manager
* Must possess demonstrated leadership skills
* Highly motivated and change oriented
* Strong planning and organizational skills required
* Excellent verbal and written communications skills required
* Strong facilitation skills
* Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook computer programs
* Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities to meet the needs of the organization
* Cause-conscious, beyond solution-focused
* Will be the subject matter expert on implementation (NSOs, Consolidations, etc.) Must be able to plan and think strategically during assessment and implementation; can articulate company initiatives and cultural beliefs
* Ability to analyze business needs, propose solutions and evaluate results
* Must be able to plan and think strategically during assessment and implementation
* Able to deliver training in a variety of media, to various audiences
* Candidate must be able to travel an average of four nights a week, 40 to 45 weeks each year by ground or air transportation to all locations where stores, customer support centers and distribution centers are located
* Must be meeting or exceeding all sales goals and targets in current role (if applicable)

Education and/or Experience
High School Diploma or General Education Diploma (GED)
Minimum of 2 years as a successful General Manager
5+ years of store operations experience required
Prior experience in training preferred, but not required
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations
Must be ASE Certified or able to attain ASE Certification within two years of accepting this position.
Professional certifications in HR, Training or related fields preferred, but not required.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, and ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is usually working inside; however, they will occasionally be outside and exposed to various weather conditions while performing such tasks as team member training and travel. The employee is also occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts; high, precarious places; toxic or caustic chemicals; risk of electrical shock; explosives; and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.