Sales Trainer

Full Time • Austin, TX, United States of America

104,000 - 156,000 (Yearly) Added 3 weeks ago

Summary

LOCATION

Austin, TX or Omaha, NE

QUALIFICATIONS

4 years of sales experience or equivalent combination of sales and training experience, 2 years of sales enablement or related training and coaching experience, and previous experience in internet technology.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Lead onboarding programs, conduct ongoing training, create engaging materials, assess program impact, identify performance gaps, plan live training sessions, manage training content in the LMS, seek participant feedback, and pursue professional development opportunities.

INDUSTRY

Technology / Internet Services

SHORT DESCRIPTION

WP Engine is seeking a Sales Training Coordinator to lead onboarding programs for new sales hires, ensuring they acquire necessary skills and knowledge for success in their roles.

We engage the most inspired minds to do their best work wherever they work best—powering the freedom to create worldwide.

WP Engine empowers companies and agencies of all sizes to build, power, manage, and optimize their WordPress websites and applications with confidence. Serving 1.5 million customers across 150+ countries, the global technology company provides premium, enterprise-grade solutions, tools, and services, including specialized platforms for WordPress, industry-tailored eCommerce and agency solution suites, and developer-centric tools like Local, Advanced Custom Fields, and more. WP Engine’s innovative technology and industry-leading expertise are why 8% of the web visits a WP Engine-powered site daily. Learn more at wpengine.com.

WP Engine is looking for a Sales Training Coordinator to be a part of our Sales Training Team. This individual will serve as the lead trainer for our onboarding programs. They will work closely with all our new hires globally to ensure they are equipped with the skills and knowledge to ramp quickly in their respective roles.

The Sales Training Coordinator will have opportunities to develop their careers through a highly impactful training delivery role that includes working with all levels of the sales organization. In this role, you will lead the onboarding curriculum for newly hired sales members. You will engage with key business partners to understand, support, and advise on specific training needs to improve new hire performance. You will assess program needs by interacting with supporting business units to develop specifications for learning objectives and course content. You will be an integral part of our team of impassioned, creative, and fun-loving training professionals, making a difference in the lives of our employees.

The Sales Training Coordinator reports directly to the Sales Training Manager. You will collaborate with Talent & Dev, Sales Enablement, Sales Coaching, Product Marketing, Sales Engineers and global training partners to support our unified learning culture and strategy.

Primary Responsibilities

Lead the development, scheduling, communication, delivery, and assessment of onboarding programs for all roles and regions.
Conduct ongoing tenured seller trainings, sales manager trainings, and coaching sessions as determined by business needs and leadership requests.
Create engaging training materials, presentations, activities, and knowledge base content to ensure programs remain current with product and process updates.
Assess program impact using metrics such as Gong call recordings, Salesforce (SFDC) data hygiene, new hire performance, and attainment to inform future improvements.
Partner with sales management, product marketing, sales engineers, product, marketing, and rev ops to identify performance gaps and implement actionable solutions.
Plan and conduct live training sessions for EMEA and APAC teams, both remotely and in person, covering topics such as sales plays, product launches, and ad hoc requests from regional leaders.
Leverage the Learning Management System (LMS) to create, maintain, and organize training content for seamless accessibility and relevance.
Actively seek participant feedback and implement program enhancements to meet evolving needs.
Pursue professional development opportunities, enhance visibility with sales leadership, and contribute to team success through personal development goals aligned with organizational objectives.

Skills & Passions

A deep love of learning, educating, and a dedication to serve
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Comfortable speaking in front of large groups of people over Zoom
Can write learning objectives, lesson plans, and design presentations using Google Slides
Can adjust facilitation style to accommodate different audiences and topics
Collaborative and strong interpersonal relationship skills at all levels
Strong work ethic staying motivated and engaged in a remote work environment
Strong desire to be a part of a high growth company with an entrepreneurial spirit and a dynamic, results-oriented culture

Qualifications

4 years sales experience OR equivalent combination of sales and training experience
2 years of sales enablement or related training and coaching experience with sales teams
Previous experience in internet technology

Job Level & Location:

P4 base compensation: $130,000.00
Location: Austin, TX or Omaha, NE

The Perks and Benefits:

Company Stock Options (Every employee is an owner in the company)
Great Health Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Accident & Critical Illness)
Fertility Benefits (IVF/Fertility drug coverage)
HSA Company contribution $750 for employee / $1500 for family
401(k) with a 4% match
Disability Insurance
Paid Family and Caregiver’s Leave
Employee Assistance Program
Generous Vacation Time (Who doesn’t like time off)
One-time $500 payment to set up your home office
4 Company Wellness Days a year
1 floating holiday
$100 monthly wellness allowance to spend on what you want
Free subscription to Calm
Pet Insurance
On-going education through LinkedIn Learning, Workday Learning and our Career Growth Portal

At WP Engine, we strive to have the broadest possible view of diversity, going beyond visible differences to include the background, experiences, skills, and perspectives that make each person unique. WP Engine is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, Veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law.

Base Salary Range

$104,000.00 - $156,000.00

We believe that compensation should be reflective of the impact you have within the organization relative to the market value of your role. The estimated base salary range for this position is as listed above. Some roles may also be eligible for overtime pay. Our salary ranges are determined by job role and responsibilities and level. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for salaries for the position nationwide. The actual base pay will vary based on various factors including job-related skills and individual qualifications objectively assessed during the interview process. Your talent acquisition partner can share more about the total rewards package at WP Engine including any additional total rewards components such as equity, variable pay plans (if applicable), and benefits during the hiring process.

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