Sales Training Specialist Jobs

Req # 203358
Location Deerfield, Illinois, United States
Job Category Commercial Operations
Date posted 06/15/2026

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At Baxter, we believe every person—regardless of who they are or where they are from—deserves a chance to live a healthy life. It was our founding belief in 1931 and continues to be our guiding principle. We are redefining healthcare delivery to make a greater impact today, tomorrow, and beyond.

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Your Role at Baxter

This is where your sales training leads to sales success

The Specialist – Commercial Sales Training is a member of the Care and Connectivity Solutions (CCS) Sales Training Team. This role supports the design, development, and delivery of blended learning solutions for US Field Sales organizations. The Sales Training Specialist applies instructional design principles, adult learning concepts, and established technology tools to develop training that supports business objectives. The role operates with moderate autonomy, completing work under general guidance and delivering to agreed-upon timelines in partnership with training, sales, and marketing stakeholders.

Hybrid Role based out of Deerfield, IL

What You'll be Doing:

• Collaborate with sales training team members to support departmental goals and objectives.
• Conduct learning needs assessments under general direction; document and archive findings to support training design and development efforts.
• Partner with sales, marketing, regulatory, and other stakeholders to support learning projects, ensuring alignment with defined learning objectives.
• Work with subject matter experts to develop training materials that align with adult learning principles across instructor-led, virtual, and eLearning formats.
• Apply approved instructional design models and standards to develop consistent learning solutions.
• Use established technologies and authoring tools to design, manage, and deliver training content.
• Develop engaging learning content incorporating multimedia elements such as graphics, audio, animation, and interactive components.
• Support the rollout and adoption of new or updated training tools and technologies as directed.
• Assist in maintaining and updating core training programs as products, processes, and systems evolve.
• Participate as a contributing team member on training projects, escalating issues or risks as appropriate.
• Focuses on execution and delivery of training programs rather than defining learning strategy.
• Uses established processes, tools, and standards; exercises judgment within defined parameters.
• Decisions primarily affect assigned projects or programs; more complex issues are escalated.
• No direct people management responsibilities.
• Ability to travel 30–50% (based on training and field needs).

What You'll Bring:

• Bachelor’s degree in business, Healthcare, Life Sciences, Communications, education technology or related field OR equivalent combination of education and practical experience
• 3+ years of experience in training, sales, education, or customer-facing roles preferred
• Demonstrated experience supporting or enabling sales training organizations within healthcare, pharmaceutical, or regulated environments preferred.
• Ability to support multiple projects concurrently and deliver against defined timelines.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to collaborate cross-functionally.
• Effective problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work effectively in a matrixed environment and adapt to shifting priorities.
• Experience with Microsoft Office (PowerPoint, Excel, Word) and virtual meeting platforms (Teams, Zoom).
• Hands-on experience with eLearning development tools (e.g., Articulate Storyline, Captivate, Lectora) and multimedia tools (e.g., Photoshop, Acrobat).
• Exposure to LMS platforms and standards (e.g., SCORM, AICC, xAPI) and instructional design models (e.g., ADDIE, SAM); advanced coding skills optional but not required.

We understand compensation is an important factor as you consider the next step in your career. At Baxter, we are committed to equitable pay for all employees, and we strive to be more transparent with our pay practices.

The estimated pay range for this position is $64,000-$80,000 annually. The estimated range is meant to reflect an anticipated salary range for the position. We may pay more or less within the anticipated range based upon market data and other factors, all of which are subject to change.

Individual pay is based upon location, skills and expertise, experience, and other relevant factors. For questions about this, our pay philosophy, and available benefits, please speak to the recruiter if you decide to apply and are selected for an interview.

US Benefits at Baxter (except for Puerto Rico)

This is where your well-being matters. Baxter offers comprehensive compensation and benefits packages for eligible roles. Our health and well-being benefits include medical and dental coverage that start on day one, as well as insurance coverage for basic life, accident, short-term and long-term disability, and business travel accident insurance. Financial and retirement benefits include the Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP), with the ability to purchase company stock at a discount, and the 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan (RSP), with options for employee contributions and company matching. We also offer Flexible Spending Accounts, educational assistance programs, and time-off benefits such as paid holidays, paid time off ranging from 20 to 35 days based on length of service, family and medical leaves of absence, and paid parental leave. Additional benefits include commuting benefits, the Employee Discount Program, the Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and childcare benefits. Join us and enjoy the competitive compensation and benefits we offer to our employees. For additional information regarding Baxter US Benefits, please speak with your recruiter or visit our Benefits site: Benefits | Baxter

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