SIBG Global Industrial Specialties Division Sales Trainer

3M•Maplewood, MN

13d•Onsite

About The Position

The SIBG Global Sales Training team is committed to excellence and innovation. Our team is a vibrant mix of passionate professionals who are dedicated to driving success and delivering outstanding results. We believe in empowering our employees with the skills and knowledge they need to thrive. As a Sales Trainer, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our sales team. You will design and deliver engaging training programs, focused on both power and technical skills, that equip our sales professionals with the tools and techniques they need to excel. Your expertise will help drive performance, boost confidence, and foster a culture of continuous improvement. The Industrial Specialties Division is our industrial-focused business organization, which serves customers with solutions designed to improve productivity, safety, and operational performance across a wide range of industrial applications. This means working in a business environment centered on understanding industrial customer needs, supporting technical and commercial sales efforts, and helping sales teams succeed in complex, solution-oriented markets. In this position, you will have the opportunity to tap into your curiosity and collaborate with some of the most innovative people around the world.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree (Completed and verified prior to start)
Five (5) years of sales training experience in a private, public, industrial, government or military environment
Must be legally authorized to work in country of employment without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H1B status).

Nice To Haves

Exceptional communication and presentation skills.
Demonstrated ability of influencing others to positive action and goal attainment
Robust attention to the details without losing sight of the big picture
Self-starter who can effectively work in a fast-paced environment; and work through and manage change/ambiguity, with an appropriate sense of urgency
Proven experience in sales, sales training and/or a related field.
Strong understanding of sales processes and techniques.
Ability to inspire and motivate others.
Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
A proactive and adaptable approach to problem-solving.

Responsibilities

Design, develop, and deliver sales training programs for new and existing sales employees, as well as customers
Support sales training across multiple business areas, including Packaging Protection Solutions Division, Building Protection Solutions Division, Paper Manufacturing and Flexographic Printing Solutions Division, Personal Care Division, Scotchlite Reflective Material Division, and Industrial Mineral Products Division
Create engaging learning experiences that build product knowledge, sales skills, and business acumen
Facilitate instructor-led training, virtual sessions, workshops, and other development programs
Partner with sales leaders and cross-functional teams to identify training needs and priorities
Adapt training content and delivery methods to meet the needs of different audiences and business conditions
Manage multiple training initiatives, projects, and timelines simultaneously
Continuously improve training materials and methods using feedback, business insights, and innovative approaches
Support onboarding and ongoing development of sales professionals within the organization
Providing ongoing coaching and support to Industrial Specialties Division sales professionals.
Staying up to date with industry trends and best practices in sales training.
Establishing and owning relationships with key stakeholders within the division, across global areas, departments and levels of leadership.
Collaborating closely with regional leaders, portfolios leaders, Application Engineers and key stakeholders.
Responsibilities of this position include that corporate policies, procedures and security standards are complied with while performing assigned duties.
Safety is a core value at 3M. All employees are expected to contribute to a strong Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) culture by following safety policies, identifying hazards, and engaging in continuous improvement.