Manager of Sales Training

About the role

The Manager of Sales Training will design, organize, and deliver engaging training experiences to our largest outside sales channel. This role is ideal for someone with a background in education or sales training who is enthusiastic about inspiring others, creating impactful content, and managing large-scale programs with confidence and precision. You will work closely with sales leadership, support our growing team of sales professionals, and continuously evolve our training programs to drive measurable performance outcomes. This is a high-impact position requiring creativity, poise, and a deep understanding of how people learn best.

Location: Little Rock, AR | Full-Time | Reports to: Director of Sales – Training

Responsibilities

• Own all content creation, delivery, and evolution of our Sales Pre-Training, Basic Training, and post-Basic Training curriculum
• Lead 10+ annual Basic Sales Training sessions for all new hires within our largest outside sales channel
• Continuously update and refine training materials in collaboration with sales leadership
• Coordinate logistics for training programs, including new hire rosters, materials, meeting spaces, hotel coordination, and guest speakers
• Assign and manage coaching relationships for each Basic Training class
• Maintain and organize training resources via our shared drive
• Host virtual training sessions as needed based on program growth
• Collect, analyze, and report on training performance metrics to enhance program impact
• Model and promote Priority1’s culture and core values in all training environments
• Travel domestically as required to support regional training initiatives
• Regular, reliable in-person attendance
• Other duties that may be assigned

Requirements

• Minimum 1 year in a freight sales role or background in education or teaching
• Demonstrated success in creating engaging training content and delivering presentations
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Comfortable leading large groups and facilitating discussions
• Skilled in managing multiple concurrent projects
• Professional, energetic presence and excellent interpersonal communication
• Calm and resourceful under pressure
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Benefits

• $80,000 base plus commissions
• Medical insurance with premiums paid at 100% for employees and dependents
• Dental insurance 100% paid for employee
• Vision insurance
• HSA with employer contributions
• Life insurance
• Short-term disability
• Long-term disability
• Cancer, critical illness, and accident policies available
• Profit sharing: Typical annual contribution of 15% of total eligible compensation
• Paid holidays and PTO