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Sales Account Manager, Higher Ed (VA)

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We are seeking a Sales Account Manager for Higher Education in Virginia to drive new business and manage existing customer relationships within the territory's higher ed community, requiring strategic sales skills and regional travel.

liETtVLaARqgmMEbYzHNNLIzUPcdfPrwhYtVK7Qa.png Responsibilities: Manage the entire sales cycle, from initial contact to contract negotiation; conduct market research to identify opportunities; collaborate with sales development and marketing teams to generate leads; establish relationships with key stakeholders in higher education.

liETtVLaARqgmMEbYzHNNLIzUPcdfPrwhYtVK7Qa.png Skills: Bachelor's degree required, with a Master's degree preferred; proven B2B sales experience in Higher Education technology; strong understanding of the higher education landscape and its challenges.

liETtVLaARqgmMEbYzHNNLIzUPcdfPrwhYtVK7Qa.png Qualifications: A Bachelor's degree is required; a Master's degree is ideal; demonstrable success in B2B sales within the Higher Education technology sector is essential.

liETtVLaARqgmMEbYzHNNLIzUPcdfPrwhYtVK7Qa.png Location: Virginia

liETtVLaARqgmMEbYzHNNLIzUPcdfPrwhYtVK7Qa.png Compensation: $90000 / Annually



The Talent Search Group at PiP is working with the world-leader in scientific research and education video resources for Higher Education and Research Libraries. We are seeking a Sales Account Manager (Virginia) to drive new business and support existing customer relationships within the territory’s Higher Ed community. This role requires a strategic approach to sales and navigating a complex and exciting higher education landscape.

Travel is required. Candidates must live in the territory, i.e. Virginia. Base salary is around $90K plus attractive sales incentives.  

Responsibilities

  • Account-Based Marketing: Conduct in-depth research on the higher education market within your region to identify opportunities with faculty that align with our offering.
  • Sales Cycle: Manage the entire sales cycle, from initial contact to contract negotiation and closure. Identify and prioritize potential clients within the higher education sector, including colleges and universities.
  • Business Development: Partner with sales development reps and marketing to generate and nurture leads within your territory.
  • Solution-Based Selling: Establish strong relationships with key stakeholders, including professors, administrators, and department chairs, and understand their challenges and objectives and demonstrate how your solution can address their unique needs.
  • Sales Targets: Meet or exceed quarterly and annual sales targets and quotas.

Must-have Requirements

  • A Bachelor's degree; Master’s degree ideal
  • Proven success in B2B sales in Higher Ed technology
  • Strong understanding of the Higher Ed landscape, industry, challenges, and opportunities

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