Training & Development Coordinator (Automotive) - São Paulo
GP Strategies · São Caetano do Sul, SP, BR
**Role Purpose** This role is responsible for leading the planning, delivery, and continuous improvement of training and development initiatives within the automotive sector. The Training \& Development Coordinator will drive strategic learning programs that support vehicle launches, product knowledge, technical capability, and network performance, while ensuring alignment with business goals and customer expectations. This is a highly visible leadership position requiring strong project management expertise, stakeholder engagement, and the ability to manage multiple programs simultaneously in a fast\-paced environment. **Key Accountabilities:** *Training Strategy \& Program Delivery* * Lead the design, development, and execution of training and development initiatives across automotive programs. * Manage training activities related to vehicle launches, new products, technologies, and network readiness. * Develop learning strategies aligned to business objectives and workforce capability needs. Ensure training programs deliver measurable impact, quality, and operational excellence. * *Project Management \& Execution* * Manage multiple training projects simultaneously, including scope, timelines, resources, budgets, risks, and performance metrics. * Coordinate project plans and stakeholder communications to ensure successful delivery. * Conduct project review meetings and present progress updates and results to leadership and clients. Drive continuous improvement through proactive problem solving and process optimization. * *Leadership \& Team Development* * Lead and develop multidisciplinary teams, fostering engagement, collaboration, and high performance. * Provide coaching, direction, and support to team members to achieve project objectives. Promote a culture of accountability, innovation, and continuous learning. * *Stakeholder \& Client Management* * Act as the primary point of contact between clients, internal teams, and external partners. * Ensure alignment on project scope, expectations, timelines, and deliverables. Build strong relationships across all levels of the organization and influence key stakeholders. * *Operational Excellence \& Innovation* * Ensure training processes remain efficient, scalable, and aligned with industry best practices. * Drive innovation in learning methodologies and training delivery approaches. Monitor and analyze program effectiveness, implementing improvements as required. * **Candidate Profile** : *Experience \& Capability* * Bachelor’s degree required. Proven experience in Training \& Development. * Demonstrated experience in project management and delivery. * Strong background within the automotive industry, particularly supporting vehicle launch programs. * Experience leading teams and managing people. * Ability to manage multiple priorities and concurrent projects in dynamic environments. Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and relationship\-building skills. * *Technical Strength* * Knowledge of project management methodologies, frameworks, and tools. * Experience managing external training suppliers and partners is advantageous. * Experience supporting dealer networks, aftersales, sales, or technical automotive training is highly desirable. * Advanced English desired. Advanced Spanish desired. * *Mindset \& Behaviours* * Inspirational leadership style with strong people focus. * Highly organized with excellent planning and execution capabilities. * Comfortable managing multiple priorities and working under pressure. Strong sense of urgency and results orientation. * High emotional intelligence and adaptability. * Proactive, autonomous, and solution\-oriented. * Strategic thinker with the ability to influence and engage stakeholders. Flexible and resilient in fast\-changing environments. * **Working Scheme:** remote. **Contract:** Indefinite period. **Why Join:** This opportunity offers the chance to lead impactful learning and development initiatives within a dynamic automotive environment. You will play a key role in supporting vehicle launches, capability development, and business growth while partnering with senior stakeholders and driving continuous innovation across training programs. \#LI\-JD1