Retail Sales Training Specialist Location North Charleston, SC : We are looking for an engaging professional to unleash the potential of our workforce and transform learning into a captivating experience! Join our team as a Retail Sales Training Specialist and become the catalyst for growth and excellence within our award-winning organization.
The Sales Training Specialist plays a crucial role in fostering employee growth and development, improving performance, and supporting the achievement of organizational objectives through effective training initiatives.
Responsibilities: Assessing the organization's training needs by identifying skill gaps and areas for improvement. Designing and developing training materials and programs. This includes creating training modules, manuals, presentations, and other resources. Conducting training sessions, workshops, and seminars either in person or through online platforms for our selling program, design program, and product knowledge each month. Assessing the effectiveness of training programs by collecting feedback, conducting evaluations, and measuring the impact of training on employee performance and organizational goals. Utilizing learning management systems or digital platforms to administer, track, and manage training activities and employee progress. Staying up to date with industry trends, best practices, and new technologies to ensure the training content is relevant and aligned with the organizations objectives. Collaborating with managers to identify individual employee development needs and providing guidance on appropriate training solutions. Maintaining accurate records of training activities, attendance, and assessments. Regularly reviewing and updating training programs to incorporate feedback, address emerging needs, and ensure continuous improvement of the training function. Plan and conduct two company-wide trainings annually. 40% average travel time within our regional Southeast footprint, based on need. Other duties as assigned. Benefits: Annual salary of $70,000.00 Medical, Dental, Vision, & Life insurance Supplemental Insurance options available Matching 401(k) contributions Paid time off Profit Sharing Program Employee discount Employee Assistance Program Qualifications & Preferred Skills: Two years of training experience required - retail furniture preferred Ability to build and maintain relationships Passion for working with people Proficient in Microsoft Suite software, including Excel and PowerPoint. Experience with CRM software is desirable. Quick to connect with others Bachelor's degree required This position requires work on weekends and holidays This is a full-time position Physical Requirements: Must be able to see well enough to read printed materials, computer screens, and across the gallery Must be able to hear well enough to communicate with other employees Must be able to sit, stand, and move around the gallery and occasionally walk briskly Must be able to kneel to pick up items from the ground Must be able to type and hold an iPad About La-Z-Boy Southeast: The most respected and recognized brand name in the furniture industry is La-Z-Boy. La-Z-Boy Southeast is a family-owned company founded in 1976. We independently own and operate eight La-Z-Boy locations in Georgia, North Carolina, and South Carolina.
Our company has recently been recognized and awarded:
La-Z-Boy's Global Retail Partner of the Year La-Z-Boy's Global Ronald McDonald Charity Partner of the Year Named to Furniture Today's top 100 list Learn more here: We are a drug-free workplace.
