Job Description
Position Summary:
Are you a strategic leader passionate about driving operational excellence and empowering high-performing teams? We are looking for a dynamic Associate Director to lead and optimize our Incentives, Sales Force Effectiveness, and Learning & Development functions. This pivotal role combines hands-on execution with strategic oversight to elevate our sales performance and talent development, directly impacting the company’s growth and market leadership.
As a key player in our organization, you will balance delivering measurable results with inspiring and developing your team. You will design innovative incentive programs, optimize sales strategies, and foster a culture of continuous learning—all while providing actionable insights that shape executive decision-making.
Key Responsibilities:
Leadership & Talent Development
Incentive Strategy & Execution
Sales Force Effectiveness & Market Strategy
Learning & Development Excellence
Cross-Functional Collaboration & Strategic Alignment
Culture, Compliance & Reporting
Qualifications
Why Join Us?
This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of our sales organization and drive meaningful business impact. If you thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment and are passionate about combining strategy with flawless execution, we want to hear from you!
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Employee Status:
Regular
Relocation:
VISA Sponsorship:
Travel Requirements:
Flexible Work Arrangements:
Hybrid
Shift:
Valid Driving License:
Hazardous Material(s):
Required Skills:
Adult Learning Principles, Adult Learning Principles, Blended Learning, Change Management, Communication, Communication Tools, Compliance Training, Design Thinking, Digital Learning, Implement Training Programs, Incentive Programs, Instructional Design, Management Process, Market Trends, Neuropsychology, Organizational Culture, People Leadership, Process Improvements, Professional Development, Project Management Software (PMS), Psychology, Sales Force Effectiveness, Social Psychology, Software Project Management, Strategic Planning {+ 5 more}
Preferred Skills:
Job Posting End Date:
07/15/2025