Sales Talent & Development Officer (In-Office) - Lendbuzz

Job Title: Sales Talent & Development Officer (In-Office)
Job Location: Boston, MA
Job Listing URL: https://jobs.lever.co/lendbuzz/70a64bb1-0487-4ab4-acdb-df9f47e00170
Job Description: About the Role:

Lendbuzz is seeking a Sales Talent & Development Officer (In-Office) to lead the classroom-based training and development of our new dealership account managers. This role is ideal for a strong communicator, experienced trainer, and dynamic facilitator who’s passionate about sales education and driving performance. Based out of our Boston HQ, you’ll be responsible for onboarding new hires, delivering high-impact training aligned with our sales process, and helping launch the next generation of top-performing field reps.

This position is perfect for someone who thrives in a structured learning environment, enjoys building engaging content, and can coach new hires with a mix of authority and encouragement.
Key Responsibilities:
Train & Develop New Account Managers
Deliver structured, classroom-style training sessions that cover Lendbuzz sales processes, product knowledge, dealership engagement, and account management best practices.
Create and maintain interactive learning materials such as presentations, manuals, videos, and e-learning modules to support a variety of learning styles.
Facilitate live workshops, role-plays, and simulations to reinforce sales concepts and prepare reps for field execution.
Collaborate & Align Across Teams
Work closely with Sales Leadership, Talent Acquisition, Marketing, and HR to ensure training programs align with company goals and culture.
Serve as a go-to expert on Lendbuzz programs, processes, and policies to ensure consistency and clarity across the field.
Maintain Training Operations
Keep accurate records of training attendance, performance outcomes, and feedback for reporting and analysis.
Stay up to date on industry best practices, competitive trends, and compliance requirements to keep training relevant and impactful.
Who You Are:
Sales Trainer: Proven background in training or coaching sales professionals, ideally in the auto finance, lending, or dealership space.
Engaging Facilitator: Strong presenter and communicator with a talent for simplifying complex topics and keeping learners engaged.
Process-Driven Educator: You understand structured sales methodologies and know how to turn them into teachable, repeatable behaviors.
Collaborative & Adaptable: Able to work with a variety of departments and adjust your style to different learning needs.
Organized & Analytical: Comfortable managing multiple training programs while tracking progress, identifying trends, and refining approach.
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Finance, or related field—or equivalent experience in dealership or auto finance.
3+ years of experience in sales training, L&D, or onboarding roles, preferably within the automotive or financial services industry.
Strong knowledge of automotive lending products, dealership processes, and industry tools (e.g., Dealertrack, RouteOne).
Excellent presentation, coaching, and curriculum development skills.
Familiarity with e-learning platforms and classroom technology.
Detail-oriented with strong time management and follow-through.