Enterprise Training Program Manager (Sales emphasis)

SunSource and its family of companies represent 200+ locations and 3,000+ employees making up one of North America’s leading value-add industrial distribution companies.  We provide customers with products and solutions within Fluid Power, Fluid Process, Fluid Conveyance, General Industrial Components, and Industrial Service & Repair. www.sun-source.com

We are seeking an experienced, self-motivated, high-energy learning professional to join our SunSource Organizational Learning and Development team! As a Learning Program Manager, you will play a crucial role in driving growth and development by leading comprehensive learning programs across our entire enterprise. This position will focus on the entire employee lifecycle, from onboarding to continuous professional development, leveraging strong program management, facilitation and instructional design skills to manage the design, development, delivery, and evaluation of in-person and virtual learning experiences for sales associates and managers.

Essential Functions

• Program Design and Development: Design and develop enterprise-wide learning program using strong adult learning principles and instructional design methodologies to address the needs throughout the employee lifecycle. This includes sales skills, soft skills, product knowledge, and organizational capabilities.
• Facilitation: Facilitate virtual and in-person learning sessions for all sales associates and sales managers, focusing on sales techniques and professional development skills.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Collaborate with various departments to assess learning needs for employees across the organization. Work with stakeholders to create, update, and enhance learning initiatives to ensure they meet evolving needs.
• Evaluation and Feedback: Conduct thorough evaluations of learning programs and communicate key performance indicators and outcomes to stakeholders. Identify opportunities for continuous improvement in learning content and delivery strategies.
• Curriculum and Schedule Management: Manage internally created curricula, learning schedules, and customized training plans. Coordinate with other trainers and facilitators to ensure effective implementation of the learning programs.
• Coaching and Support: Support and coach managers on leading effective teams and fostering a culture of learning. Oversee the onboarding processes and ensure best practices are integrated into daily activities.

Experience, Education and Skills

• Proven experience in learning and development with a focus on sales training and management.
• Strong strategic thinking abilities with a track record of developing successful training programs.
• Excellent facilitation and teaching skills, with the ability to engage diverse audiences.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills for collaborating with cross-functional teams.
• Familiarity with learning management systems (LMS) and various training delivery methods.
• Strong proficiency with the Microsoft Office 365 suite of tools, especially PowerPoint.
• Sales and coaching certifications are a plus.
• Bachelor’s degree in Education, Human Resources, Business, or a related field; advanced degree is a plus.
• Ability to travel up to 25% of the time.

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