Sales Training And Development Manager
The Economist Group (New York City, New York)

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The Economist Group owns, manages and develops global media brands aimed at an audience of international business people and decision-makers. It is the leading source of analysis on international business and world affairs, delivering its information through a range of formats from newspapers and magazines to conferences and electronic services.

Economist Intelligence Unit is the world's foremost provider of country, industry and management analysis. Its extensive international reach and unfettered independence make it the most trusted and valuable resource for international business throughout the world. To meet the changing needs of today's organisation, the Economist Intelligence Unit is uniquely able to deliver its analysis online or in print, via webcast or face-to-face, through subscription services or custom research.

The Economist Intelligence Unit is currently seeking a talented Sales Training and Development Manager. The main purpose of the role is to manage the training and development of the global sales team including documenting those processes and procedures. The individual will work in partnership with the SVP Publisher to achieve our personnel development and growth objectives. 

Requirements:
•BS/BA, Advanced degree desired. Must have sales and business understanding. Applicable experience may be considered in lieu of education.

•Experienced sales executive with proven track record preferred

•Training and development experience with large organization(s)

•Experience in publishing, media, research or conferences desirable

•Knowledge of curriculum design and delivery

•Demonstrated ability to partner with and coach key business partners/leaders

•Knowledge of sales processes and techniques

•Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and PowerPoint)

•CRM system knowledge; Salesforce.com knowledge preferred

•Excellent English, written and spoken

•Self motivated, driver that works collaboratively with internal and external contacts

•Attention to detail and excellent organizational skills

•Ability to find innovative solutions

•Desire to measure performance and perform at a high level

•Bright and business savvy to understand the goals of the
business and how people and people processes help fulfill those goal

•Ability to design and deliver training events

•Ability to project manage and deliver to deadline

•Effective communication skills

•Excellent presentation and facilitation skills

The Economist Group is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

If you would like to be considered for this challenging position, please submit your letter of interest (Salary Requirements a must) and resume to jobsny@economist.com or:

The Economist Group
Human Resources
111 W. 57th Street
New York, NY 10019