VANGUARD

Sales Trainer, Sr. Specialist

Scottsdale, AZ Full time

Responsibilities

  • Deliver high-complexity training for new hires and ongoing development (sales crew and leaders)

  • Design and implement scenario-based skill practice and reinforcement (e.g., simulations, role plays, objection handling)

  • Own readiness assessments; use results to guide reinforcement planning and communicate with stakeholders

  • Plan and lead reinforcement sessions; track outcomes and recommend self-guided activities

  • Communicate new hire progress and reinforcement plans to aligned leaders regularly

  • Maintain compliance in training documentation (attendance, practice activities, readiness scores)

  • Use data to drive reinforcement strategies, measure impact, and adjust quickly

  • Share insights and feedback with sales leaders, coaches, and curriculum teams for continuous improvement

  • Coordinate readiness assessments and handoff to floor-ready status

  • Support sales coaching during training using standardized strategies and documentation; communicate feedback effectively


Qualifications

  • Deep sales expertise and fluency in methodology best practices (discovery, positioning, objection handling, multi-product selling)

  • Expert facilitator (live and virtual) with strong classroom leadership and engagement tactics

  • Skilled in diagnosing skill gaps and crafting targeted practice quickly

  • Strong coaching literacy; models facilitation and feedback skills for the tea

  • Consultative selling fluency (Korn Ferry PSS, PSC, SPIN); translates into effective practice drills. Korn Ferry certification strongly preferred.

  • Data-driven decision-making; uses assessments and reinforcement to guide content improvements

  • Proficient in Learning Management Systems

  • Strong written and verbal communication; effective stakeholder management

  • Five years related experience. Three years of sales or training experience preferred.

  • Undergraduate degree or equivalent combination of training and experience. Graduate degree preferred.

  • This job requires a regulatory license and/or registration (e.g. FINRA, state, SFC). These will be determined by Compliance based on role-specific duties.

Special Factors

Sponsorship

Vanguard is not offering visa sponsorship for this position.

About Vanguard

At Vanguard, we don't just have a mission—we're on a mission.

To work for the long-term financial wellbeing of our clients. To lead through product and services that transform our clients' lives. To learn and develop our skills as individuals and as a team. From Malvern to Melbourne, our mission drives us forward and inspires us to be our best.

How We Work

Vanguard has implemented a hybrid working model for the majority of our crew members, designed to capture the benefits of enhanced flexibility while enabling in-person learning, collaboration, and connection. We believe our mission-driven and highly collaborative culture is a critical enabler to support long-term client outcomes and enrich the employee experience.