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DIRECT HIRE! HYBRID! GROWING COMPANY!

Are you an experienced sales rep working in the Education K-12 Sales Market in connection with the SLED Space? Do you have at least 2 - 5+ years of both Hardware and Software Sales experience? Are you looking to join a growing company?

THE RIGHT STAFF is assisting our St Paul, Minnesota Client with their open Direct Hire Inside Sales Account Manager opportunity. Seasoned Sales Professionals with at least 2+ - At least 4 years of experience in Sales in the K-12 Marketplace and former teachers are welcome to apply! Training Provided!

This role will be selling into school districts to promote the company’s technology services. Primarily remote, with up to 20 - 30% travel needed to ie: tradeshows and client sites.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Entrepreneurial mindset with a hunter mentality
• Self-Motivated and a passion for the education sector
• Proven success in consultative sales, building solutions, and managing a large client base
• Exceptional Technical and non-technical communication skills
• Accountable, high integrity, passionate and can effectively facilitate presentations in person or virtually
• Self-study to build industry knowledge and stay on the cutting edge of technology in the education vertical
• Strong interpersonal and customer service skills

Minimum:

• High School diploma/equivalent
• 2 years of phone/outside sales or equivalent classroom experience
• Proven track record cold calling into the SLED (State, Local, Education - U.S. Govt) space
• Ability to work in office 2 days/week
• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk, being on phone calls and working on a computer
• Must be able to lift 15 pounds at times

Preferred:

• 4+ years of Education Technology sales in the SLED (State, Local, Education - U.S. Govt) space
• Proven track record selling complex IT/AV solutions
• Classroom instruction in the K-12 space
• Experience with state contracts and RFPs
• Able to travel in MN up to 20-30% for ie: tradeshows and client sites
• BA/BS Degree

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Build client base through account acquisition and growth of existing clients in school districts under 2500 students and government agencies
• Work in a fast-paced environment calling on leads, white space accounts and marketing campaigns
• Research marketing pricing and prepare competitive proposals while ensuring healthy gross margins
• Able to position/present entire portfolio of products/solutions, services and capabilities
• Partner and build relationships with top tier manufacturers and distribution partners such as Lenova, TD Synnex and Google
• Attend/present at educational conferences and lunch and learns
• Meet/exceed monthly behavior and sales goals
• Leverage CRM system to document client conversations, sales,, and forecasting
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams pre and post sales
• Self-study to build industry knowledge and stay on the cutting edge of technology in the SLED space

JOB DETAILS:

Direct Hire

Hybrid - Arden Hills, MN

Full-Time

1st Shift, 8:00/8:30 a.m. - 5:00/5:30 p.m., Monday and Friday Remote AND Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday On-Site

Base $50K with Variable Comp: Estimated $33KCommissions & Addl Incentives for year 1

Comprehensive benefits package includes: Comprehensive rewards package includes: Competitive Wages, Time Off PTO Program, 401K + Company Match With Immediate Full Vesting, Health, Dental and Vision Insurance, Company Paid Short and Long term Disability and Life Insurance, 7 Paid Holidays (Plus 2 Floating Holidays) and Time Off For Volunteering.

Applicants selected for this position with our client will be required to complete a Personality Test, Background Check & Drug Test. Successful completion of these assessments is required for further consideration.

TO APPLY: Send your resume to mpg8@therightstaff.com or call/text us at #763-478-5454.

We thank all interested candidates. However, only those selected for interviews will be contacted.

To view additional positions and apply directly, go to our website:

THE RIGHT STAFF wants to help you succeed! Our team of seasoned professionals works to match you to the best job, best fit, and best location. Contract assignments to full-time permanent positions, we are here to assist YOU! Let us help YOU create YOUR Success!

THE RIGHT STAFF is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

# Hiring

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $50,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Shift:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift

Supplemental Pay:

• Bonus opportunities
• Commission pay

Application Question(s):

• Do you have experience selling into SLED (State, Local, EDucation) Government Entities?
• Can you travel up to 20-30% in the state of MN for tradeshows and Client visits?

Experience:

• B2B sales: 2 years (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Saint Paul, MN (Required)

Work Location: In person

Job Tags

Holiday work, Permanent employment, Full time, Contract work, Temporary work, Local area, Immediate start, Remote job, Shift work, 2 days per week, Monday to Friday,

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