Training Academy Sales Manager

VELUX Österreich GmbH; Campbell (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company seeks a Training Academy Sales Manager in Campbell, CA to support building contractor relationships by developing and delivering effective training programs. The role involves managing a team, creating curriculum, and driving sales growth. Candidates must possess strong leadership and organizational skills, and a bachelor's degree is required.

Benefits

Group Health Insurance Plan

Dental Plan

Vision Care Plan

Paid Maternity and Parental Leave

Life Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Educational Assistance Program

Performance Incentive Programs

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years in sales, training, or business development.
• Ability to communicate both in English and Spanish.
• Experience in overseeing a team is required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the academy team including mobile trainers.
• Provide sales and business development training.
• Ensure efficiency of daily training workflow.

Skills

Effective communication

Presentation skills

Organizational skills

Training ability

Customer focus

Planning skills

Leadership

Collaboration

Knowledge of adult learning principles

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Hubspot

LearnUpon or other LMS

Job description

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Training Academy Sales Manager

Apply remote type On-site locations Campbell, CA time type Full time posted on Posted 30+ Days Ago job requisition id R1068825

The primary purpose of this position is to support a small team engaged in establishing and developing relationships with professional building contractors (Pro Partners). As Manager of the VELUX Training Academy, this position will assist VELUX in becoming an effective business resource to these contractors by implementing various training curricula designed to increase sales for both their business and VELUX. This role will assist with future tools and engagement models proving that recruiting and upskilling of building contractors supports our vision with Pro Partners. This position, located in the Orlando, FL area is a member of the Installer Engagement Team and reports directly to the Director of Installer Engagement.

Primary Functions:

• Oversee the full academy team, including mobile trainers and training coordinator.
• Provide sales & business development training / events with regular cadence at the Academy.
• Ensure the functioning and efficiency of the daily workflow, scheduling and initiatives related to activities of the Training Academy including utilization of 3rd party resources to support the academy’s delivery of training in business development and marketing focused on building the businesses of our Pro Partners.
• Effectively communicate with management matters regarding team performance and resource allocation.
• Align team with the training curriculum strategy and escalate potential issues and implementation of changes as needed.
• Engage with team to generate impactful courses at the Academy, building upon curriculum in place.
• Contribute and support development of additional courses in building a robust curriculum.
• Assist with development of sales enablement materials and academy focused marketing elements.
• Capture all trainee information at training events within given CRM.

Monthly Starting Salary Range:

$9027 - $11,284 Compensation will be based on the skills and experience of the candidate.

Qualifications:

• A bachelor’s degree is required.
• Minimum of three years’ experience overseeing a team
• Minimum of three years experience in sales, training, or business development role.
• Natural ability for presenting and facilitating workshops with ease and the ability to communicate complex topics in a simple manner.
• A well-equipped toolbox in training including knowledge in adult learning principles.
• Knowledge of the building industry is preferred.
• Proficiency with key technology tools, including but not limited to Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Experience with Hubspot, LearnUpon or other LMS system is a plus.
• Effective communication and presentation skills are necessary.
• Ability to communicate effectively in both English and Spanish is required.
• Must possess good organizational and planning skills.
• Demonstrated ability to follow detailed and specified procedures.
• Able to demonstrate elevated level of customer focus.
• Must demonstrate ability to take initiative.
• Enjoy working with others in a collaborative approach.
• Willingness to travel, primarily domestic but occasional international travel, around 20-30 days per year.
• Ability to perform the essential functions assigned to the position.
• Compliance with all rules of conduct, safety regulations and policies provided in Employee Handbooks, on Company sites, bulletin boards/announcements, terms/conditions of employment or other means of communication is a requirement of the position.

Our Company:

For more than 80 years, The VELUX Group has created better living environments for people around the world; making the most of daylight and fresh air through the roof. Our product program includes roof windows and modular skylights, decorative blinds, sun screening products and roller shutters, as well as installation and smart home solutions. These products ensure to ensure a healthy and sustainable indoor climate, for work and learning, for play and pleasure. We work globally – with sales and manufacturing operations in more than 38 countries and around 12,500 employees worldwide. The VELUX Group is owned by VKR Holding A/S, a limited company wholly owned by non-profit, charitable foundations (THE VELUX FOUNDATIONS) and family. In 2021, VKR Holding had total revenue of EUR 3.5 billion and THE VELUX FOUNDATIONS donated EUR 244 million in charitable grants.

Company Benefits:

Our ambition of treating employees better than most other companies includes the challenging work environment we strive to create as well as the competitive benefit programs available to employees and their dependents upon joining the Company. Some of these include:

• Group Health Insurance Plan
• Dental Plan
• Vision Care Plan
• Prescription Drug Card Program
• Long-term Disability
• Short-term Disability
• Paid Maternity and Parental Leave of Absences
• Life Insurance
• Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance
• Cancer Protection Plan
• Company Matched 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Educational Assistance Program
• Vacation Day Program
• Sick Day Program
• Service Recognition Program
• Performance Incentive Programs
• And Much More

For more than 80 years, The VELUX Group has created better living environments for people around the world; making the most of daylight and fresh air through the roof. Our product programme includes roof windows and modular skylights, decorative blinds, sun screening products and roller shutters, as well as installation and smart home solutions. These products help to ensure a healthy and sustainable indoor climate, for work and learning, for play and pleasure. We work globally – with sales and manufacturing operations in more than 38 countries and around 12,500 employees worldwide. The VELUX Group is owned by VKR Holding A/S, a limited company wholly owned by non-profit, charitable foundations (THE VELUX FOUNDATIONS) and family. In 2021, VKR Holding had total revenue of EUR 3.5 billion and THE VELUX FOUNDATIONS donated EUR 244 million in charitable grants.