Contract Sales Trainer

Make a difference.

As a Sales Trainer you will assist in designing, implementing, and continuously improving Graybar’s sales onboarding, development, and coaching programs partnering closely with business leaders, sales managers, learning and development, and subject matter experts. You will delivers sales training programs, coaches learner and managers, measures business impact, and ensures that learning initiatives align with Graybar’s growth strategy.

In this role you will:

Lead the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of sales training and development programs.

Establish development pathways that support career progression within sales roles.

Manage sales onboarding and readiness programs to ensure consistent experiences across locations.

Deliver instructor-led training, virtual learning, workshops, and cohort-based learning experiences.

Utilize a variety of learning methodologies including classroom instruction, coaching, role plays, simulations, AI-enabled practice, and on-the-job learning.

Providing coaching and performance support to sales trainees and sales professionals.

Partner with sales managers to strengthen coaching effectiveness and reinforce learning in the field.

Support learners through structured development plans, readiness assessments, and milestone reviews.

Coordinate training schedules, cohorts, assessments, and learning activities.

Ensure training programs are executed consistently across districts and business units.

What you bring to the table:

3-5 years’ experience in sales, sales leadership, sales training, or sales enablement minimum

Four-year degree or equivalent experience

Knowledge of the sales process and consultative selling

Knowledge of facilitation methods

Knowledge of learning program design

Written and verbal communication and presentation skills

Interpersonal and relationship building skills

Time management and organizational skills

Problem solving and analytical skills

Ability to build relationships and influence within assigned functions

Ability to manage multiple priorities and execute effectively

Ability to analyze data and provide actionable insights

This position is a 6-12 month contract, with possibility to hire.

The Value of Graybar:

At Graybar, we are known for our comprehensive benefits and our employee stock ownership plan! Most regular, full-time employees at Graybar may be eligible for a variety of benefits like:

Multiple plan options for Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug benefits.

Life Insurance coverage for you and options for your family.

Save on expenses with Flexible Spending Accounts .

Enjoy our Disability Benefits at no cost to you.

Share in our success with P rofit Sharing Plans .

401(k) Savings Plan with company match to help secure your future.

Paid Vacation & Sick Days to spend time away from work or in case of an illness.

Rest and recharge during our Paid Holidays throughout the year.

Take advantage of our Paid Wellness Day to focus on preventive care and prioritize your health.

Volunteer with Community Time Off to give back to the community.

Predictable Work Schedules to plan your life: no weekends or nights for most roles.

Celebrate your and others' achievements with our Employee Recognition Program .

Reach your career goals with our Educational Reimbursement and Career Development Programs .

And More Perks that support your well-being and career growth.

Benefit eligibility may vary across locations and roles, so be sure to check in with your recruiter for more information.

Why should you join Graybar?

At Graybar, our employees are the heart and soul of our company. We believe that employees with diverse perspectives bring the ideas and innovative thinking we need to solve our biggest challenges and compete in an ever-changing world. Consistent with our values, we welcome people from all backgrounds, cultures and experiences into our company because we believe it’s the right thing to do and the right way to run our business.

We want each of our employees to know that they matter and to feel a sense of belonging, ownership and inclusion at Graybar. We believe that everyone should be treated with dignity and respect, and we work to build a collaborative environment where our employees have the opportunity to grow, learn and make a difference, both as individuals and as part of the team.

That’s what our employee ownership culture is all about: working as one team and moving forward together, while honoring the unique value each person brings to our company.

Apply now and find out what’s next for you.

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