Automotive National Training Consultant

The Automotive National Training Consultant is responsible for delivery of fee-based training to clients and prospective clients that drives production and promotes the Assurant brand.

What will be my duties and responsibilities in this job? 

• Conduct fee-based training to drive F&I product sales and improve overall F&I dealership performance in existing accounts and to demonstrate Assurant capabilities in prospective accounts.

• Prospect and acquire new dealership accounts (training or product).

• Ensure timeliness, accuracy, and communication about all required reporting.

• Develop and maintain relationships with dealers and executive managers with whom you have conducted training and participate in industry exposure activities.

• Conduct F&I Professional’s and Master’s Class in Assurant office as needed.

• Provide leadership with creative feedback and innovative ideas as they pertain to training content development and implementation.

What are the requirements needed for this position? 

• Minimum 1 year of retail sales or F&I experience in the automotive industry.

• Minimum 2 years of experience in the field of sales, management and customer service required.

Knowledge and Skills:

• Communication Ability: The ability to reach an agreement with one or more individuals on a course of action in relation to a defined goal or problem.

• Client Relations: Having a strong concern for client satisfaction and loyalty and the willingness to take actions that promote it.

• Analysis: Relating and comparing data from different sources, identifying issues, securing relevant information, and identifying relationships.

• Impact and Rapport Building: The ability to meet people quickly and establish a trust relationship. Make a positive first impression and exhibit confidence.

Professional Presence:

• Ability to project a professional, businesslike image in the classroom, including proper attire, language, body language and demeanor.

• Can communicate complex scenarios in simple terms with students and senior level executives alike while also using professional industry language.

• Must process social skills needed to participate in and host business meals and networking events. 

What other skills/experience would be helpful to have? 

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Management or related field.

• 5+ years retail automotive dealership management experience in service, sales, and/or F&I.

• Extensive knowledge of retail automobile dealership operation required.

• Current state licensing required for home state or the ability to obtain licensing.

• Bi-lingual English - Spanish.

• Preference will be given to candidates that reside in the Chicago, Atlanta, or Houston markets.

How much should I expect to travel? 

80% Travel

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Pay Range:

Any posted pay range considers a wide range of compensation factors, including candidate background, experience and work location, while also allowing for salary growth within the position.

Expected application deadline is

If date is blank then this is a pipeline requisition, and we will continue to collect applications on an ongoing basis.

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What’s the culture like at Assurant?
Our unique culture is a big reason why talented people choose Assurant. Named a Best/Great Place to Work in 13 countries and awarded the Fortune America’s Most Innovative Companies recognition in 2023, we bring together top talent around the world. Although we have a wide variety of skills and experiences, we share common characteristics that are uniquely Assurant. A passion for service. An ability to innovate in practical ways. And a willingness to take chances. We call our culture The Assurant Way.

Company Overview
Assurant is a leading global business services company that supports, protects, and connects major consumer purchases. A Fortune 500 company with a presence in 21 countries, Assurant supports the advancement of the connected world by partnering with the world’s leading brands to develop innovative solutions and deliver an enhanced customer experience through mobile device solutions, extended service contracts, vehicle protection services, renters insurance, lender-placed insurance products, and other specialty products.

Equal Opportunity Statement
Assurant is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and does not use or consider race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law in employment decisions.