Job summary
Job post source
This job is directly from Forrester
Job overview
The Sales Enablement Specialist at Forrester supports sales enablement programs to optimize sales, customer success, and revenue development effectiveness globally.
Responsibilities and impact
The role involves designing and deploying enablement programs, developing onboarding experiences, coaching new hires, customizing virtual training, managing content, measuring program effectiveness, facilitating change management, delivering training sessions, and collaborating with enablement teams.
Experience and skills
Requires a bachelor's or master's degree in business, education, or related field, 2-4 years of sales or marketing experience, project management preferred, strong communication, planning, facilitation skills, and a proactive, team-oriented attitude.
Career development
Forrester offers continuous learning opportunities, support, and tools for career growth and skill development in a collaborative environment.
Work environment and culture
Forrester values intellectual excellence, curiosity, customer obsession, and a supportive, inclusive culture that encourages boldness and collaboration.
Company information
Forrester is a trusted research and advisory firm focused on solving critical business and technology challenges with a community of smart, vibrant professionals.
Team overview
The specialist will work closely with sales enablement L&D leads, peers, and leaders within a fast-paced, collaborative global sales organization.
Unique job features
The role includes unique opportunities to work on global sales enablement programs, use tools like Workday and Articulate Storyline, and impact sales productivity through data-driven program adjustments.
Company overview
Forrester is a global market research company that provides insights and advice to leaders in business and technology. They generate revenue through research reports, consulting services, and events that help clients make informed decisions and drive growth. Founded in 1983 by George F. Colony, Forrester has a rich history of influencing business strategies with data-driven insights. Their expertise spans various industries, including technology, marketing, customer experience, and digital transformation.
How to land this job
Tailor your resume to emphasize your experience in sales enablement, program support, and project management, highlighting your ability to design and deploy measurable enablement programs that drive sales growth and productivity.
Focus on showcasing your skills in onboarding, coaching, and delivering training sessions, as well as your proficiency with virtual training tools like Workday and Articulate Storyline if applicable.
Apply through multiple channels including Forrester’s corporate careers site and LinkedIn to maximize your visibility and chances of being noticed for this role.
Connect with current employees in Forrester’s sales enablement or L&D teams on LinkedIn, using ice breakers such as commenting on recent Forrester enablement initiatives or asking about their experience with the onboarding process to open a conversation.
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