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National Sales Trainer - Health Plans

Secaucus, New Jersey

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As part of our supportive and collaborative team, you will be inspired to develop and achieve your career aspirations. From comprehensive learning opportunities to skill-building activities, we invest in you–personally and professionally. And as a sales professional, there’s no one-size-fits all approach to success–you can forge a rewarding career path in several different ways. Here is just one example of a career path you can take.

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Job Details

Category Sales Location Secaucus, New Jersey Job function Sales Job family Sales Management
Shift Day Employee type Regular Full-Time Work mode Remote

We Provide Solutions. Patients and Physicians rely on our diagnostic testing, information, and services to help them make better healthcare decisions. These are often serious decisions with far reaching consequences, and require sensitivity, tact, and a clear dedication to service. It’s about providing clarity and hope.

The National Sales Trainer – Health Plans will champion overall Health Plan (HP) training requirements by driving national and local training processes and programs.  Provide training for Health Plan Account Executives and Health Plan Account Managers (HPAE and HPAM).  Support the Commercial Learning Center and the effective execution of STAGE Training. Oversee the development and implementation of all Health Plan training content and initiatives for the entire commercial organization.

This is a remote position with regular travel.


Partner with Commercial Learning Center, Commercial Operations, and Health Plan Franchise leadership to develop and implement the overall Health Plan training strategy that maximizes performance and results
- Drive and support national programs and provide valuable input about the needs of local programs as well

- Lead the design, development and delivery of national, regional, and local training as directed in various blended learning formats  (live and digital methods)
- Partner with commercial and franchise leadership on the strategy, development, and delivery of all Health Plan training related to featured products and services, as directed
- Serve as a primary resource to commercial management and personnel relative to the sales training and development needs of the Health Plan team as well as the entire commercial organization
- Conduct formal training sessions (both in person and virtually) that meet the needs of the organization
- Collaborate with Commercial Learning Center leadership to develop/analyze training and identify processes, programs, and techniques for maximizing performance and results
- Continually evaluate all Health Plan training activities to identify areas for improvement and drive overall effectiveness 
- Consistently increase personal knowledge of Health Plans, healthcare, and industry trends while keeping pace with training and development innovation
- Conduct field training with new and existing Health Plan sales representatives

- Consult with Health plan leadership to develop and deliver monthly training sessions

- Become certified in key Quest selling methodologies including (but not limited to) Integrity Selling, Integrity Prospecting, IMPAX and other executive selling

- As a member of the CLC, deliver STAGE 2 training on a regular rotation, along with other cross-CLC projects and work.

Accountabilities/Metrics:

  • Revenue growth as result of training & coaching
  • # of reps trained
  • Time to rep productivity post-training
  • Field Impact Score (# of days in field)
  • % Field Coaching Reports delivered within 48 hours of field travel
  • % of Sales Director follow-up within 7 days of field travel
  • Integrity Selling Trainer Certification score
  • Regional Knowledge scores (new hire reps, new product launches, annual re-certification)

- Bachelor's degree in Business/Marketing or related field
- Minimum 5-8 years of progressive experience in sales, sales training, and/or direct sales or sales management

- Experience in curriculum design and development 
- Comprehensive understanding of clinical laboratory markets/trends a plus
- Strong communication skills both verbal and written – able to train and coach experienced executive sales team
- Strong administrative skills
- Demonstrated success in a coaching/training role and ability to influence the behavior of others both in the classroom and field
- Solid presentation and facilitation skills
- Excellent at working collaboratively in a matrix environment
- Ability to adapt to changing priorities and accomplishing multiple tasks
- Ability to work independently
- Health Plan / Healthcare marketplace experience is required. Must have a willingness and desire to learn every aspect of laboratory health plan dynamics
- Experience with PowerPoint, Excel, Word, Adobe, and Articulate and Brainshark module creation software
- Travel required to Secaucus, NJ, Dallas, TX, and various other locations around the nation
- May live anywhere in the US


Equal Opportunity Employer: Race/Color/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Vets

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We’ve built a welcoming, inclusive workplace where people are inspired to learn, develop, and progress in their careers. There’s stability, so you can explore many career paths in one field. There’s flexibility, helping you to build a fulfilling life and rewarding career. There’s training and development to align your work with your business success. No wonder there’s more to discover at Quest.

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Benefits

We’re committed to helping our people live a healthier lifestyle. One way we do this is by offering a comprehensive total rewards package, so you can take care of yourself and the ones you love. Find out how our benefits provide you with everything you need to thrive—now and in the future.

  • Medical, supplemental health, dental, and vision

    From medical, dental, and vision coverage plans designed to meet your needs, to supplemental health plans for an additional layer of financial protection, you can rest assured that your health is high on our agenda.

  • 401(k)

    You’re eligible to join the Quest Diagnostics 401(k) Plan on your date of hire. The company will match up to 5% of your annual salary.

  • Virtual work options

    Quest Virtual Model allows eligible Quest employees to work either a hybrid schedule (two to three days from home per workweek), a near-site schedule (primarily from home with occasional work in a Quest office), or fully remote. Decisions are made on a case-by-case basis with the employee’s manager and HR Business Partner.

  • Sales incentive plan

    Uncapped incentive and 9-month new hire tiered incentive guarantee. Incentive is paid out quarterly.

  • Training

    Comprehensive sales training program and educational assistance offerings.

  • Transportation

    Company-supplied vehicle.

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