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Ascensus is one of the nation’s largest independent providers of retirement, college, and healthcare savings services, supporting more than 43,000 retirement

Sales Enablement Specialist

Location

Iowa

Posted

15 days ago

Salary

$70K - $110K / year

Seniority

Senior

No structured requirement data.

Job Description

Sales Enablement Specialist

Ascensus

Sales Enablement Specialist Location: - Remote, Iowa -  Full time Section 1: Position Summary The Sales Enablement Specialist is responsible for equipping the sales organization with the training, tools, content, and coaching required to drive team development, performance consistency, and long-term productivity. This role supports the execution of strategic enablement initiatives that enhance onboarding, accelerate skill development, and reinforce standardized sales processes across the organization. The Sales Enablement Specialist partners cross-functionally to ensure alignment of messaging, programs, and tools, and plays a key role in the design, coordination, and delivery of scalable enablement programs that inform, educate, and empower the sales organization. This position is an individual contributor role, operating in a fast-paced environment with high visibility and impact across the organization partnering closely with the VP Sales Enablement and Head of Sales.   Section 2: Job Functions, Essential Duties and Responsibilities Enablement Program Execution - Executes enablement initiatives, including onboarding programs, product training, sales methodology reinforcement, and process rollouts. - Partners with Sales, Marketing, Product, and Operations to align enablement programs with business priorities and go-to-market strategy. - Develops and maintains standardized sales playbooks, learning paths, and field-ready resources. Onboarding & Learning Development - Coordinates and supports structured programs designed to improve and accelerate associate readiness. - Partners with subject matter experts (SMEs) to develop training materials, job aids, guides, and playbooks aligned to real-world sales scenarios. - Tracks, analyzes, and reports on onboarding effectiveness, training completion, and learner feedback to inform program improvements. Sales Readiness & Performance Support - Creates training initiatives that reinforce product knowledge, sales skills, and positioning. - Executes sales readiness activities, including training sessions, workshops, and certification programs. - Identifies gaps in training, content, or tools that impact field performance and contribute to continuous improvement efforts. Cross-Functional Collaboration & Program Coordination - Coordinates with internal stakeholders to gather input, manage feedback loops, and ensure alignment across initiatives. - Prepares enablement materials and logistics for training sessions, workshops, and field communications. - Acts as a liaison between Sales Enablement and business partners to ensure consistent knowledge transfer and execution. Tools, Content & Technology Support - Support the management, adoption, and optimization of the FuturePlan sales technology stack, including CRM and content platforms. - Assist in organizing and maintaining sales content to ensure accessibility, relevance, and alignment with current messaging. Additional Responsibilities - Perform other duties as assigned.   Supervision     - N/A   Section 3:  Experience, Skills, Knowledge Requirements - Minimum of 4 years of experience in sales enablement, project coordination, learning & development, or content management. - Strong organizational and project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. - Demonstrated ability to work cross-functionally and effectively engage stakeholders at multiple levels. - Excellent written and verbal communication skills. - Experience with enablement or learning platforms (e.g., Seismic) preferred. - Familiarity with CRM systems (e.g., Microsoft Dynamics) is a plus. - Analytical mindset with the ability to interpret data and apply insights to improve program effectiveness. - Detail-oriented with a collaborative, team-focused approach.   For all virtual remote positions, in order to ensure associates can effectively perform their job duties with no distractions, we require an uninterrupted virtual workspace and there is also an expectation of family care being in place during business hours. Additionally, there is an internet work speed requirement of 25 Mbps or better for individual use. If more than one person is utilizing the same internet connection in the same household or building, then a stronger connection is required. If you are unsure of your internet speed, please check with your service provider. Note: For call center roles specifically, it is a requirement to either hardwire your equipment directly to the internet router or ensure your workstation is in close proximity to the router. Please ensure that you are able to meet these expectations before applying.     We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer]   The national average salary range for this role is $70-110k in base pay, exclusive of any bonuses and benefits. This base salary range represents the low and high end of the salary range for this position. Actual salary offered will vary and may be above or below the range based on various factors including but not limited to location, experience, performance, and internal pay alignment. We do not anticipate that candidates hired will begin at the top of the range however, from time to time, it may occur on a case-by-case basis.  Other rewards and benefits may include: 401(k) match, Medical, Dental, Vision, Paid-Time-Off, etc.     For all virtual remote positions, in order to ensure associates can effectively perform their job duties with no distractions, we require an uninterrupted virtual work space and there is also an expectation of family care being in place during business hours. Additionally, there is an internet work speed requirement of 25 MBps or better for individual use. If more than one person is utilizing the same internet connection in the same household or building, then a stronger connection is required. If you are unsure of your internet speed, please check with your service provider. Note: For call center roles specifically, it is a requirement to either hardwire your equipment directly to the internet router or ensure your workstation is in close proximity to the router. Please ensure that you are able to meet these expectations before applying. No associate is permitted to work at a location outside the United States for any length of time, except for approved business travel on a limited basis. Exempt Associates traveling outside the United States on personal travel or while on PTO may work on a limited basis (e.g., occasionally checking and responding to business-critical emails or dialing into business-critical meetings) from their personal devices but not from a company-provided computer. Ascensus provides equal employment opportunities to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to ancestry, race, color, religion, sex, (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and/or related medical conditions), gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition (including cancer and genetic characteristics), marital status, military or veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, criminal conviction record or any other protected category in accordance with applicable federal, state, or local laws (“Protected Status”).

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