Training Manager

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Come explore opportunities within Brunswick, a global marine leader committed to challenging conventions and innovating next-generation technologies that transform experiences on the water and beyond.  Brunswick believes “Next Never Rests™,” and we offer a variety of exciting careers and growth opportunities within united teams defining the future of marine recreation. 

Innovation is the heart of Brunswick.  See how your contributions will help transform vision into reality:

Position Overview: 

Navico Group is a stand-alone division of Brunswick, the world’s largest recreational marine business.  We are seeking a TRAINING MANAGER to join our team.

The Training Manager will oversee Navico Group’s training program in the Americas Region while maintaining a strong partnership with EMEA and APAC. This position will establish training programs for external stakeholders, including Technical Support, Warranty and Field Service teams as well as, dealers, OEMs and service center technicians.

At Brunswick, we have passion for our work and a distinct ability to deliver. 

Essential Functions:  

The Training Manager responsibilities will include training opportunity management, resource management, local training operations management and training delivery for technical service training:

• Play a key role in establishing the vision and strategy for the Navico Group training strategy.
• Identifying customer training opportunities by closely partnering with sales and service teams and develop new curriculum/modify existing curriculum to respond to needs. Ensure curriculum meets industry best practices with clear learning objectives, facilitator guides, reference materials, activities/practice exercises, etc.
• Provide leadership, coaching, and direction to a team of trainers, ensuring capability, capacity, and engagement to deliver high-impact training across regions and brands.
• Prioritize training opportunities, ensuring high quality of service, and training quality assurance.
• Continually seek ways to embed skills and application knowledge in the networks.
• Develop and administer annual business plans and operating budgets to support achievement of strategic objectives.
• Partner with Business Unit Teams to ensure timely delivery of content in support of product launch.
• Partner with Navico Group product experts to ensure resources are in place to deliver at highly professional quality levels.
• Partner with Service team leaders to create impactful KPI’s, measure, and adjust strategy to improve customer experience and ability to service Navico Group Products.
• Review work of direct reports; develop and mentor talent; responsible for performance evaluations and personnel issues.
• Coordinate best training practices across all Navico Group Brands and Regions.
• Establish and administer metrics to track program performance and progress to divisional goals.
• The above duties may be supplemented occasionally with other job duties and/or assignments related to career or personal development.

Diversity of thought and experiences is fundamental when imagining the unimaginable. Certain skillsets/experiences are necessary; however, others can be developed along the way.

Required Qualifications:  

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resource Development, Education, Instructional Design, Business Administration, Communication, or related field.
• 5+ years of experience in service training, curriculum design, adult education, service operations, support or sales roles.
• Ability to travel.
• Familiarity with modern and traditional training methods
• Excellent leadership and motivational skills
• Ability to translate technical product knowledge into learner-friendly curricula
• Ability to plan and manage time
• Advanced database and computer skills
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent decision-making and problem-solving skills
• Good collaboration and teamwork skills

Preferred Qualifications: 

• Experience with video recording, multi-media training tools, and e-learning authoring tools
• Experience managing training budgets, resourcing plans, and vendor partnerships
• Familiarity with train-the-trainer models
• Experience working across global regions

Working Conditions:

• Travel 0-10% of the time

Add Pay Verbiage

The anticipated pay range for this position is $73,600 - $106,825 annually. The actual base pay offered will vary depending on multiple factors including job- related knowledge/skills, relevant experience, business needs, and geographic location. In addition to base pay, this position is eligible for an annual discretionary bonus.

At Brunswick, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top end of the salary range for their role. Compensation decisions are dependent upon the specifics of the candidate’s qualifications and the business context.

This position is eligible to participate in Brunswick's comprehensive and high-quality benefits offerings, including medical, dental, vision, paid vacation, 401k (up to 4% match), Health Savings Account (with company contribution), well-being program, product purchase discounts and much more. Details about our benefits can be found here.

Why Brunswick: 

Whatever tomorrow brings, we’ll be at the leading edge.  As the clear leader in the marine industry, we’re committed to our values and supporting our exceptional people. We offer and encourage growth opportunities within and across our many brands. In addition, we’re proud of being recognized for making a splash with numerous awards! 

About Division/Brand

Navico Group is a stand-alone division of Brunswick, the world’s largest recreational marine business.

Navico Group is the global leader in technology, systems and solutions for a variety of industries, from Marine & RV to Specialty Vehicles and beyond. Our broad portfolio consists of the industry's leading brands in Power Systems, Digital Systems, Fishing Systems, and Performance Components including Ancor, Attwood, B&G, BEP, Blue Sea Systems, C-MAP, CZone, Garelick, Lenco, Lowrance, Marinco, MotorGuide, Mastervolt, ProMariner, RELiON, Simrad and Whale.

Our team is committed and driven, every day, to be the most trusted supply partner to the marine and mobile industries...and beyond.

Next is Now!  

We value growth and development, recognizing that people come with a wealth of experience and talent beyond just the technical requirements of a job. If your experience is close to what you see listed here, please still consider applying.

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