Role Description
The Prosigna Sales Training Manager is responsible for executing the annual training plan and strategy. Key responsibilities include:
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Successful onboarding of new sales representatives through a comprehensive onboarding/training process.
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Annual advanced training for more tenured sales representatives.
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Collaborating with Marketing, Sales, Medical Affairs, and other Veracyte personnel to plan, create, and execute training workshops at sales meetings and quarterly online training.
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Fostering collaboration, continuous learning, innovation, accountability, and a commitment to excellence.
Develops and executes a comprehensive training curriculum for sales representatives that aligns with the companyβs sales and marketing strategies, including:
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New Hire Training and Advanced Training.
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Updating, writing, and developing training content (in both written and video formats) with input from cross-functional departments.
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Including both at-home study curriculum and live classroom curriculum.
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Assisting with administrative logistics and support materials.
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Leading classroom sales training.
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Onboarding new sales hires including training calls and coordinating ride-alongs.
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Ensuring training programs support the changing needs of the business.
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Conducting ongoing gap analyses and leveraging insights from the commercial team.
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Assessing the individual results and overall effectiveness of the delivered training.
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Utilizing a variety of learning techniques effective for individuals with diverse backgrounds.
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Evaluating sales rep performance during training and providing feedback to Regional Sales Directors (RSD) and key stakeholders.
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Leading training for any new employees outside the sales team within the Business Unit.
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Working with the Marketing team to plan, create, and execute training modules for new sales resources and product enhancements.
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Participating in the commercial strategic planning process.
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Responsible for MLR approval of training material and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
Qualifications
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Strong coaching skills with the ability to lead by example.
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Adaptability to maintain effectiveness during major changes.
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Strong communication skills: written, oral, and presentation.
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Proven track record of sales territory management.
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Technical and functional computer skills: fluent with Microsoft Office and Salesforce.
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Strong project management skills with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects.
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Strong time management skills with attention to detail.
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Collaborative team player who proactively communicates and aligns on goals.
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Strategic agility with strong curiosity and problem-solving skills.
Requirements
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7+ years successful experience in commercial sales training or equivalent in the medical/biotech/pharmaceutical industry.
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4-year degree in business, life sciences, healthcare, education, or related field; or equivalent experience.
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Familiarity in commercial medical sales into physician offices in the IVD or LDT space.
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Regional or National Sales Trainer or Sales Training experience preferred.
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Strong knowledge of adult learning principles and instructional design methodologies.
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Ability to travel 15-25% of the time depending on training needs.
Preferred Qualifications
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Experience supporting breast cancer oncology products, diagnostics, or related therapeutic areas.
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Demonstrated experience developing and facilitating sales training programs for field-based commercial teams.
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2+ years Veracyte experience.
Benefits
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For candidates based in our San Diego office, the salary range is $140,000 - $146,000.
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For candidates based in our South San Francisco office, the salary range is $150,000 - $175,000.
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For candidates working remote (US), the salary range is $130,000 - $148,000.