EssilorLuxottica
Sales L&D Manager
EssilorLuxottica, Dallas, TX, United States
Requisition ID: 868124
Position:Full-Time
We are EssilorLuxottica, a global leader in the design, manufacture and distribution of ophthalmic lenses, frames and sunglasses. The Company brings together the complementary expertise of two industry pioneers, one in advanced lens technologies and the other in the craftsmanship of iconic eyewear, to create a vertically integrated business that is uniquely positioned to address the world's evolving vision needs and the global demand of a growing eyewear industry.
With over 180,000 dedicated employees in 150 countries driving our iconic brands, our people are creative, entrepreneurial and celebrated for their unique perspectives and individuality. Committed to vision, we enable people to "see more and be more" thanks to our innovative designs and lens technologies, exceptional quality and cutting-edge processing methods. Every day we impact the lives of millions by changing the way people see the world.
Our portfolio of more than 150 renowned brands span various categories, from frames, lenses and instruments to brick and mortar and digital distribution as well as mid-range to premium segments. Our Shared Services Team, accompany and enable others within the EssilorLuxottica collective to achieve their targets. They keep people and projects running smoothly, ensuring every part of our business is provided for and well taken care of.
GENERAL FUNCTION
The Sales Training and Development Manager works directly with the Lens Sales Team, local and global Leonardo team, and internal stakeholders to develop a training plan based on business priorities and strategies.They are responsible for the development, design, and delivery of training initiatives to achieve business objectives including training content for new hire onboarding, existing and new product and program training, sales skills training, and systems training. The primary skills required for success in this role are the ability to collaborate across business units to identify and assess learning needs, design training content in traditional and modern formats, and deliver or implement the training solution.
MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Employee pay is determined by multiple factors, including geography, experience, qualifications, skills and local minimum wage requirements. In addition, you may also be offered a competitive bonus and/or commission plan, which complements a first-class total rewards package. Benefits may include health care, retirement savings, paid time off/vacation, and various employee discounts.
Upon request and consistent with applicable laws, EssilorLuxottica will provide reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities who need assistance in the application and hiring process. To request a reasonable accommodation, please call the EssilorLuxottica SpeakUp Hotline at 844-303-0229 (be sure to provide your name and contact information so that we may follow up in a timely manner) or email HRCompliance@luxotticaretail.com.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, gender, national origin, social origin, social condition, being perceived as a victim of domestic violence, sexual aggression or stalking, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, citizenship, ancestry, veteran or military status, marital status, pregnancy (including unlawful discrimination on the basis of a legally protected pregnancy or maternity leave), genetic information or any other characteristics protected by law. Native Americans in the US receive preference in accordance with Tribal Law.
Position:Full-Time
We are EssilorLuxottica, a global leader in the design, manufacture and distribution of ophthalmic lenses, frames and sunglasses. The Company brings together the complementary expertise of two industry pioneers, one in advanced lens technologies and the other in the craftsmanship of iconic eyewear, to create a vertically integrated business that is uniquely positioned to address the world's evolving vision needs and the global demand of a growing eyewear industry.
With over 180,000 dedicated employees in 150 countries driving our iconic brands, our people are creative, entrepreneurial and celebrated for their unique perspectives and individuality. Committed to vision, we enable people to "see more and be more" thanks to our innovative designs and lens technologies, exceptional quality and cutting-edge processing methods. Every day we impact the lives of millions by changing the way people see the world.
Our portfolio of more than 150 renowned brands span various categories, from frames, lenses and instruments to brick and mortar and digital distribution as well as mid-range to premium segments. Our Shared Services Team, accompany and enable others within the EssilorLuxottica collective to achieve their targets. They keep people and projects running smoothly, ensuring every part of our business is provided for and well taken care of.
GENERAL FUNCTION
The Sales Training and Development Manager works directly with the Lens Sales Team, local and global Leonardo team, and internal stakeholders to develop a training plan based on business priorities and strategies.They are responsible for the development, design, and delivery of training initiatives to achieve business objectives including training content for new hire onboarding, existing and new product and program training, sales skills training, and systems training. The primary skills required for success in this role are the ability to collaborate across business units to identify and assess learning needs, design training content in traditional and modern formats, and deliver or implement the training solution.
MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Executive presence: ability to collaborate with upper level leadership
- Manage projects and evaluate results to report back to leadership
- Collaborate and share important information for future training needs
- Remain informed of all sales and Leonardo initiatives and training needs
- Create solid cross-functional relationships to project manage and influence key initiatives
- Demonstrate acute planning and follow up skills
- Recommend solutions and enhancements
- Identify and maintain processes and tools to drive efficiency and effectiveness
- Own the tracking of project status against key milestones and evaluate ability to achieve timeline, and provides monthly update on results tied to KPI's.
- Build monthly training updates to be reviewed with Leonardo and Sales Leadership
- Own the coordination and execution of approved strategies, ensuring appropriate initiative prioritization
- Partner with local and global Leonardo team on the content launching monthly
- Create and develop written content with SME - master decks, speaker notes
- Streamline and simplify processes to elevate the learners' experience
- Develop and maintain organizational communication channels to ensure employees have knowledge of training and development events and resources
- Communicate training project progress via monthly reports and team shared documents
- Travel to assigned locations up to 20%
- Bachelor's Degree in Education, Learning, Training or Communication
- 5+ years of relevant industry and sales experience
- 5+ years project management experience or equivalent
- Experience leading people through influence
- Strong critical thinking, organization, and communication skills
- Ability to maintain an enthusiastic attitude
- Excellent skills in presenting, coordinating, and hosting in-person and virtual trainings
- Cloud-based content development, collaboration, and distribution of presentation content
- Advanced skills in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel
- Creating tools and resources to enhance selling skills
- Recording, editing, and publishing videos for user interface demonstrations
Employee pay is determined by multiple factors, including geography, experience, qualifications, skills and local minimum wage requirements. In addition, you may also be offered a competitive bonus and/or commission plan, which complements a first-class total rewards package. Benefits may include health care, retirement savings, paid time off/vacation, and various employee discounts.
Upon request and consistent with applicable laws, EssilorLuxottica will provide reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities who need assistance in the application and hiring process. To request a reasonable accommodation, please call the EssilorLuxottica SpeakUp Hotline at 844-303-0229 (be sure to provide your name and contact information so that we may follow up in a timely manner) or email HRCompliance@luxotticaretail.com.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, gender, national origin, social origin, social condition, being perceived as a victim of domestic violence, sexual aggression or stalking, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, citizenship, ancestry, veteran or military status, marital status, pregnancy (including unlawful discrimination on the basis of a legally protected pregnancy or maternity leave), genetic information or any other characteristics protected by law. Native Americans in the US receive preference in accordance with Tribal Law.