Platform Specialist – Enablement & Readiness Lead

CDK Global

. Own the Platform Specialist enablement strategy, framework, and governance model .

Posted 11/10/2026full-timeUnited StatesSenior💰 $90,000 - $110,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in developing and managing enablement programs, including onboarding, training, and certification initiatives within a SaaS environment. Proficient in analyzing performance metrics and leveraging data to optimize learning strategies and stakeholder alignment.

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Sales Enablement ExperienceProgram Management SkillsCurriculum DevelopmentData Analysis for Program EffectivenessStakeholder Management

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Hard Skills

Onboarding Program DesignTraining Program ManagementCertification DevelopmentLearning Objectives DefinitionSkill-Gap AssessmentSaaS Sales Cycle UnderstandingTechnical Pre-Sales ProcessesAdult Learning PrinciplesInstructional Design MethodologiesEnablement Metrics Definition

Soft Skills

Excellent CommunicationFacilitation SkillsPresentation SkillsInfluencing Without AuthorityCross-Functional Collaboration

Tools & Technologies

Learning Management Systems (LMS)Enablement PlatformsTraining Technologies

Industry Keywords

Sales MethodologiesChallengerMEDDICCommand of the MessageValue Selling

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Own the Platform Specialist enablement strategy, framework, and governance model
Develop certification programs, readiness criteria, assessments, and performance standards
Define learning objectives, curriculum requirements, and enablement priorities with Marketing and subject matter experts
Establish and manage enablement roadmaps, training calendars, and stakeholder alignment processes
Design, implement, and continuously improve structured onboarding programs, including 30/60/90-day plans
Coordinate onboarding delivery with Marketing, Platform Specialist leadership, Sales, and subject matter experts
Define onboarding milestones, readiness criteria, and success metrics
Identify onboarding gaps and implement improvements using learner feedback and performance data
Develop ongoing learning programs for product updates, new releases, and competitive positioning
Conduct skill-gap assessments and prioritize learning investments with leadership
Develop demo excellence programs covering demo delivery, storytelling, discovery, customer engagement, and value communication
Establish practice opportunities, coaching frameworks, peer learning programs, and readiness activities
Align training programs with sales strategy and reinforce Platform Specialists’ contribution to revenue outcomes
Analyze sales performance trends and recommend targeted learning and coaching opportunities
Gather feedback to inform training adjustments and group training sessions
Define, track, and report enablement metrics including onboarding progress, ramp time, certification completion, learner engagement, and readiness indicators
Measure program effectiveness through data analysis and stakeholder feedback
Make evidence-based learning recommendations to optimize enablement programs and business impact
Follow CDK Global policies and procedures
Complete mandatory compliance tasks and acknowledgements
Meet or exceed performance expectations

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Communications, Psychology, Education, Organizational Development, or a related discipline; equivalent professional experience will be considered in lieu of formal education.
Ability to travel up to 25%, including overnight travel
4+ years of experience in sales enablement, training, curriculum development, or learning program management within a SaaS organization
Experience in Solution Engineering, Solutions Consulting, Sales Engineering, or related pre-sales roles
Program management experience supporting onboarding, enablement, or talent development initiatives
Experience designing, managing, and continuously improving onboarding, training, certification, or enablement programs
Strong understanding of the SaaS sales cycle, technical pre-sales processes, and the role demonstrations play in influencing customer buying decisions
Ability to influence without direct authority and drive alignment across multiple stakeholders and business functions
Strong project and program management skills, including the ability to manage multiple initiatives, priorities, and timelines simultaneously
Excellent communication, facilitation, presentation, and stakeholder management skills
Experience working cross-functionally with Marketing, Sales, and other business stakeholders
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future employment-based visa sponsorship
Preferred: Experience onboarding, training, or enabling Solution Engineers, Solution Consultants, Sales Engineers, or other customer-facing technical professionals
Preferred: Demonstrated success managing cross-functional enablement initiatives involving Marketing, Product, Sales, and other business stakeholders
Preferred: Background in technical storytelling, value communication, and helping customer-facing teams translate complex solutions into business outcomes
Preferred: Familiarity with adult learning principles, instructional design methodologies, and learner engagement best practices
Preferred: Experience defining enablement metrics and using data to evaluate program effectiveness and drive continuous improvement
Preferred: Experience with Learning Management Systems (LMS), enablement platforms, or training technologies
Preferred: Familiarity with sales methodologies and qualification frameworks such as Challenger, MEDDIC, Command of the Message, or Value Selling

Benefits

Comp & perks

Annual performance bonus
Medical benefits
Dental benefits
Vision benefits
Paid Time Off (PTO)
401K Matching Program
Tuition Reimbursement
Reasonable accommodations for employees with disabilities, when requested and absent undue hardship