Title:  Support Project Specialist

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Support Project Specialist

The Support Project Specialist will provide critical development to our commercial teams by supporting and contributing to the design and development of current and new programs. This role will schedule and oversee all training programs, identify training needs, contribute to the design of existing and future programs as well as measure adoption. In addition, the role is responsible for the execution of commercial programs to ensure effectiveness and adoption goals are successfully met. Ultimately, this role plays an important part to ensure our commercial team is educated and able, to perform at a high level to drive results and increase customer satisfaction.

What You'll Do

• Ensure quality sales training programs are delivered within budget limitations

• Identify the most appropriate training method for delivery (e.g. live, virtual, on-the-job training, video, Brainshark)

• Ongoing content development of current programs (Sales Activation Training onboarding sessions for new hires, Sales Leadership Development Program (SLDP) and Virtual Counselor Salesperson (CSP). Delivery and Communication

• Schedule and manage live and virtual training events

• Evaluate sales team performance to monitor to expected ROI

• Create an open-communication climate and gather team members’ preferences for potential training.

• Stay up-to-date on sales/employee development industry trends including Brainshark, video, and online content tools. Measurement

• Evaluate effectiveness of training programs and content to identify improvement opportunities and future topics

• Develop, measure and report out on training plans progress and key KPI’s

• Evaluate sales team performance to monitor to expected ROI

• Utilize the Cabinet of Advisors for feedback on existing and new programs

• Maintain updated curriculum database and training records

What You'll Need

• Required • Minimum 3-5 years of relevant work experience in training logistics and content development

• BS degree or equivalent experience in Marketing, Sales Operations, Supply Chain, Education, Training or other relevant fields 

• Additional certification in training is a plus (i.e. Counselor Sales Program: CSP); Salesforce.com; DiSC, etc)

• Proven as a Sales/Commercial training specialist or relevant work experience within distribution functional roles (sales, customer service, supply chain) • Knowledge and experience of learning principles and current training techniques

• Ability to manage the full training cycle from design to implementation

• Experience with learning management software (LMS) – Success Factors preferred

• Proficiency in MS Office, MS Teams and Brainshark

• Understanding of commercial processes – preferably sales and customer service experience

• Excellent communication and presentation skills

• Strong organizational, change management and project management skills

Where You'll Work

Houston, TX

What You Can Expect

• Strong work/life flexibility
• To be surrounded by a diverse team who is collaborative and committed to the achievement of the company
• To be rewarded for your contributions with a targeted annual company bonus and annual salary reviews 
• Competitive pay and benefits including Unlimited Time Off as business allows, and 8 paid holidays!

Univar Solutions is a leading, global distributor of chemicals and ingredients essential to the safety, health, and wellbeing of our daily lives from life-saving medicines and vitamins to hand sanitizers and industrial materials used for cleaning, construction, and more.  Our global team of more than 10,000 employees support our vision to redefine distribution and be the most valued chemical and ingredient distributor on the planet!

We offer a Total Rewards package that includes market aligned pay and incentives as well as a diverse benefits offering to support our employees’ physical, emotional, and financial wellbeing.

Univar Solutions supports sustainable solutions for the world around us so that we can do our part to help keep our communities healthy, fed, clean, and safe! 

We are committed to a diverse workforce and a culture of inclusion.  Together, we are building a culture that acknowledges the unique experiences, perspectives and expertise of individuals and provides the development and growth opportunities to empower us to redefine our industry. 

Univar Solutions is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against based on their race, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected classification.

Univar Solutions does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or staffing firms (collectively Recruiting Firms). Recruiting Firms must enter into a Master Services Agreement (MSA) with Univar Solutions prior to submitting any information relating to a potential candidate. All searches must be initiated by Univar Solutions' Talent Acquisition team and candidates must be submitted via Applicant Tracking System (ATS) by approved vendors who have been expressly requested to make a submission for a specific job opening. No placement fees will be paid to any firm unless the aforementioned conditions have been met. Contacting our hiring managers directly is prohibited.