Adoptions and Contracts Manager
Fast Facts
Join Learning Without Tears as an Adoptions and Contracts Manager to lead state adoption processes, manage submissions, and build relationships with educational stakeholders.
Responsibilities: Oversee state adoptions, manage logistics, develop budgets, and serve as a liaison with education authorities.
Skills: Strong communication, organizational, decision-making skills, proficiency in MS Office, and ability to manage multiple projects.
Qualifications: Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience, 5+ years in marketing/outreach, and proven leadership skills.
Location: Cabin John, MD, US
Compensation: Not provided by employer. Typical compensation ranges for this position are between $80,000 - $120,000.
About Learning Without Tears (LWT)
At Learning Without Tears, we're more than just a company; we're a passionate, family-owned community on a mission to revolutionize education. We believe that learning should be engaging and joyful, which is why we create innovative, fun products and digital resources that empower educators and inspire children.
Every day, our commitment to collaboration and creativity propels us forward. We're dedicated to embracing change, striving for excellence, and simplifying processes to create a lasting impact in the lives of educators and learners alike.
Join our dynamic team and be a part of something truly transformative as we shape the future of education together!
At Learning Without Tears (LWT), we're on a mission to make learning joyful, engaging, and accessible for students and educators everywhere. We're seeking an Adoptions and Contracts Manager to lead our state and district adoption process-shaping strategy, managing submissions, and building strong relationships that ensure our programs reach classrooms nationwide.
What You'll Be Doing:
As the Adoptions Manager, you'll play a critical role in guiding our adoption success strategy:
- Hire, train, and manage staff and independent consultants, providing guidance and resources to meet team objectives.
- Oversee all aspects of state adoptions, state caravans, RFP submission, vendor forms, sample shipments, and presentations.
- Develop and manage adoption logistics, including state adoptions, state caravans, RFP submissions, vendor forms, sample shipments, and presentations.
- Serve as the key liaison with state textbook coordinators, district leaders, and adoption committees.
- Manage correlations, rubrics, and RFP narratives; oversee submission processes for states, NYC/FAMIS, and GovSpend contracts.
- Partner with Creative, Marketing, and Accounting to align efforts, manage contracts and vendor documentation, and ensure seamless execution.
- Develop budgets, staffing plans, and team standards while staying hands-on with the details that keep projects moving.
Your Experience & Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree (or equivalent experience).
- 5+ years of experience in marketing, customer outreach, sales, customer service, or managing contracts/RFPs.
- Proven leadership and supervisory experience.
- Excellent communication, organizational, and decision-making skills.
- Ability to manage multiple projects under tight deadlines with high attention to detail.
- Strong collaboration and interpersonal skills when working with internal teams, school personnel, and vendors.
- Proficiency in MS Office; strong service orientation.
- Ability to lift up to 40 lbs. and travel for adoption events as needed (approx. 5 trips/year).
- Knowledge of public-school systems or the publishing industry (preferred).
Why Work with Us?
- Mission-Driven Impact: Join a team passionate about making a difference and driving positive change.
- Growth and Development: We invest in your success with ongoing learning and career opportunities.
- Work-Life Balance: Enjoy flexible work options, generous PTO, and wellness support.
- Inclusive Culture: We foster a diverse, collaborative, and supportive workplace.
- Competitive Benefits: Receive competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and employee recognition.
Apply now at https://www.lwtears.com/join-our-team
Learning Without Tears is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer.
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