Technical Training Manager

At a Glance

Legrand has an exciting opportunity for a Technical Training Manager to join the Wattstopper Team. This is a remote position. The SR Technical Training Manager is responsible for the maintenance and delivery of training content that supports our lighting control strategy and product initiatives including but not limited to Analog, DLM, Plus, Architectural dimming, i3 and Lighting Integration Solutions. Delivers effective product training modules including energy code, technical specification, vertical market solutions and hands on practicum that result in confidence of the learner and increased sales. Support content creation through technical editorial and context discernment. Build confidence in learner to be able to provide excellent customer experience. Review and adjust training delivery through feedback mechanisms and empathy gathering.

What Will You Do?

• Delivery of engaging training to key decision makers in support of Wattstopper’s’ sales growth. 
• Coordinate training needs with internal sales leadership and agent partner contacts. 
• Create or modify training content to meet the needs of the local market including Energy Code, Common SKUs, and fixture packages.  
• Maintain participation in industry organizations to ensure current industry knowledge (EX: T24, IECC, LCA, CEA, Nema)  
• Mentor sales team and agent partners to ensure that they have the tools and knowledge-base necessary to conduct successful follow-up activities and manage ongoing communication. 
• Continuously evaluate and suggest improvements to support training administration processes. 
• Maintain excellent product knowledge from product features and benefits to technical specifications, applications, and configurations. 
• Advise and contribute to Product Marketing, Customer Experience, Product Management, Sales, and Service teams to improve revenue. 
• Identify and replicate best practices in training design and implementation to ensure continuous improvement and consistency in messaging for maximum learning effectiveness 
• Participate in the development and implementation of effective training measurement techniques and create processes by which to report and evaluate training results 
• Utilize CX to identify product installation / programming / application / usage issues as well as best practices, Feedback to product development teams, and modify training accordingly. 
• Performs other similar and related duties as required. 

Education: BA Lighting Design or BS engineering or equivalent level of education and experience.

Experience: 

• Minimum 7.5 years of Commercial Lighting, Lighting Controls Sales, Application, and Programming Experience 
• Legrand Lighting Control and Channel Experience Required  
• Niagara Certification Preferred 
• Instructional Experience Required 
• Public Speaking Training Required 

Skills/Knowledge/Abilities:

• Requires in-depth knowledge of the full scope of products offered, including functions, features, installation and use.  Maintains knowledge of product attributes through the product life cycle. 
• Must be able to deliver impactful, engaging, and dynamic presentation and teaching skills. 
• Must be able to work independently and be able to effectively handle multiple projects concurrently.  
• Requires strong organizational and time management skills, and close attention to detail. 
• Strong computer skills, proficient with word processing, spreadsheet and presentation software, e-mail and meeting management software.  Ability to use internet and web based resources efficiently and effectively. 
• Must have excellent verbal and written communications skills and be able to communicate effectively across all levels of the organization 
• Solution-driven and sales focused 
• Solid content-development experience (facilitator-led and on-line) 
• Up to 70% travel required  

Salary Range: $110,000 - $145,000

About Legrand

Legrand is the global specialist in electrical and digital building infrastructures. Our comprehensive offering of solutions for residential, commercial, and data center markets makes us a benchmark for customers worldwide. We harness technological and societal trends with lasting impacts on buildings with the purpose of improving life by transforming the spaces where people live, work, and meet with electrical and digital infrastructures and connected solutions that are simple, innovative, and sustainable. Legrand is a global, publicly traded company listed on the Euronext (Legrand SA EPA: LR). For more information, visit www.legrandgroup.com/en

About Legrand North and Central America

Legrand, North & Central America (LNCA) is a leader in the AV, Lighting & Controls, Electrical, and Data Center markets. LNCA offers comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, as well as distinctive benefits like a high employer 401K match, paid time off (PTO) and holiday pay, short-term and long-term disability benefit plans, above-benchmark paid maternity and parental leave, bonus opportunities in accordance with the Company’s incentive plans, paid time off to volunteer, and an active/growing Employee Resource Group network. For more information, visit legrand.us 

About Legrand’s Building Control Systems Division

Legrand’s Building Control Systems (BCS) division includes the Wattstopper, Vantage, and Shading Systems product lines. BCS industry-leading energy-efficient lighting controls technology and services are designed to meet code, ensure ease of installation, and enable precision control of light in offices, classrooms, hospitals, homes, and more. Combined with our Shading Systems for residential and commercial applications, Legrand’s Building Control Systems provides leading solutions for the control of natural and electric light in spaces where people live, learn, and work. BCS teams’ partner with designers to offer solutions that meet today’s green initiatives, including LEED, WELL Building, Living Building Challenge, and more

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