Our client helps school districts create safer campuses where students can focus on learning. Their communication and safety solution works alongside the technology schools already have, covering everything from daily announcements to emergency response. They're looking for an Education Sales Executive to build relationships with district decision makers and grow a loyal customer base in your market.
This is an employee-owned company, so when the team wins, everyone wins, and your results here directly shape the company's success and your own.
If you love connecting with people, enjoy seeing a project through, and want to sell something that matters to every school it reaches, we'd love to talk with you!
Job Purpose
In this role, you'll promote the company's products and give your full focus to building a deep customer base.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Secure project contracts in line with sales and profit targets
- Develop and maintain strong relationships with decision makers and key personnel at school districts in your market, supporting them from first contact through installation to ensure smooth coordination
- Collect site information and photos and prepare them for the Engineering team to develop a sales quote
- Prepare weekly sales and bid reports
- Acquire and maintain thorough knowledge of all relevant equipment and systems
- Perform product demonstrations for district customers
- Assist in the collection of money owed as a result of your sales
- Assist with sales and marketing initiatives as required
- Perform other duties that may be assigned
Skills and Knowledge
- Excellent organizational, problem-solving, and follow-up skills
- Proficient knowledge of Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
- Knowledge of the education, IT, or healthcare industry a plus
Requirements
- Minimum of 3 to 5 years of sales and/or customer service experience
- Ability to travel on a regular basis
- Must live in Arkansas, preferably in the Little Rock metro area or western Arkansas
Education:
- Bachelor's degree with a minimum of 3 years of office-related experience, OR
- Associate degree from an accredited college with 2 years of working experience, or on-the-job training may substitute as equivalent