Account Executive

1 hour, 6 minutes ago
Full-time
Junior
Sales and Business Development
Newsela

Newsela

Newsela is an Instructional Content Platform that supercharges reading engagement and learning in every subject. They provide engaging, relevant instructional content for teachers that both educates and inspires. With a focus on meaningful classroom le...

Diversified Consumer Services
251-1K
Founded 2013
$172M raised

Description

  • Own a territory and manage the full lifecycle of sales opportunities from lead generation through close.
  • Build relationships with key decision makers at the school district level.
  • Develop territory business plans and tailor sales strategies to district initiatives and funding landscapes.
  • Design lead generation campaigns and manage pipeline, forecasting, and revenue performance.
  • Present solutions to school and district leaders in person and negotiate terms and agreements.
  • Collaborate with a cross-functional team to support the growth of the national sales organization.
  • Evaluate customer needs and structure tailored solutions within established guidelines.
  • Represent Newsela in the market with significant autonomy and independent judgment.
  • Influence adoption and expansion of Newsela products across K-12 classrooms nationwide.

Requirements

  • 2+ years of experience hitting or exceeding quota selling SaaS products.
  • Experience building a book of business in a high-volume, transactional sales environment.
  • Ability to navigate multiple stakeholders and develop the right solution for each customer.
  • Self-starter who can work in a fast-paced environment and drive deals quickly to close.
  • Adaptability to learn new client bases, maintain high service standards, and meet sales goals.
  • Willingness to travel regularly to meet with customers and prospects.
  • Background as a teacher or strong understanding of pedagogy is a plus.
  • Experience selling to school districts or familiarity with the K-12 education landscape is preferred.
  • Successful completion of a background check is required for employment.

Benefits

  • Base salary of $70,000-$75,000.
  • On-target commission of $70,000-$75,000 and on-target earnings of $140,000-$150,000.
  • Comprehensive medical benefits with employer contribution to premiums and HSA accounts.
  • Fully remote work with a monthly tech stipend.
  • Parental leave, fertility support, and adoption benefits.
  • 401(k) plan with employer match.
  • Flexible PTO, 10 company holidays, and winter break from December 24 to January 1.
  • Annual learning and development allowance for training, classes, workshops, conferences, and educational materials.
  • Incentive stock options and variable compensation eligibility.
  • Free access to the Calm app and additional wellness perks, including pet insurance.

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