Account Executive

Account Executive
WHAT WE SEEK
This position requires a strong background in the educational sales industry and established relationships with key stakeholders in school districts, such as: Superintendents, Assistant Superintendents, Directors of Curriculum and Instruction, Chief Academic Officers, Directors of IT, Performance and Accountability Officers, Federal Program Directors and/or Directors of Teaching and Learning.
An Account Executive serves as a key member of our collaborative outside sales team and helps execute sales campaigns by qualifying leads, closing sales and providing high-quality sales and customer support. The Account Executive develops, grows and retains strategic, long-term partnerships with new clients. This position works within a select geographic group of clients and prospective clients to promote the Carnegie Learning products/services and represents Carnegie Learning by identifying business opportunities consistent with the company's strategic objectives. The Account Executive also works closely with K-12 educators and colleagues in all departments throughout the company. This position reports to a Regional Vice President of Sales.
The assigned territory this position will cover will be California and will require frequent travel throughout the territory.
WHAT YOUR DAY WILL LOOK LIKE
Attain and surpass sales goal with the proven ability to "advance" the sale and build customer relationships to maintain and expand market penetration
Create and execute marketing and strategic territory plans, with excellent organization and follow-through
Identifies and maximizes client opportunities, promoting the value of Carnegie Learning educational products and services.
Reviews market analyses, monitors competitive activity and proactively identifies customer needs. Regularly calls on district, school leadership and state departments of education to deliver sales presentations, performance check-ins and identify opportunities to expand the relationship.
Works collaboratively with colleagues to identify and implement customized educational solutions that support each clients business strategies and needs. Prepares and presents recommendations to district or school leadership that are aligned with client expectations and consistent with the Carnegie Learning brand.
Negotiate agreements for services, programs and pricing within assigned account base.
Maintain world-class stakeholder management, ensuring top quality communication and alignment of mutual business goals between clients and Carnegie Learning.
Drives and maintains high customer service levels within assigned account base.
Work remotely while traveling up to 75% of the time - by ground or air transportation - includes overnight stays
Performs other duties as assigned or apparent
WHAT SHOULD BE IN YOUR BACKPACK
Bachelors degree in Education; Masters degree in a job-related area preferred
Five (5) or more years of experience in education, business development and strategic account management with a record of high performance
Must reside in California
Consultative sales experience in Education Publishing/Ed Tech
Experience developing and selling complex value propositions
Experience with leveraging SalesForce.com to guide day-to-day activities preferred
Demonstrated track record of successful consultative, business-to-business sales or related experience
Strong research skills and ability to identify client needs
Strong interpersonal skills, ability to communicate professionally, persuasively and confidently over phone, e-mail and in face to face appointments
Ability to work collaboratively and effectively across departments, functions, cultures and time zones
Demonstrated problem solving and decision making skills
Highly organized with strong planning and time management skills
Ability to politically navigate through an organization to interact with key decision makers and other executives
Strong professional presence and demonstrated ability to present to C-level decision maker
Exceptional writing and verbal presentation skills
Proficiency with computers and programs, including, but not limited to, Microsoft Office Suite
Regularly required to stand, walk, and sit; occasionally required to stoop, kneel or crouch; occasionally lifts and/or pushes up to 25 lbs. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and depth perception
WHAT GIVES US PURPOSE
Others teach what; we teach why. For over 25 years, Carnegie Learning has developed solutions that help students achieve Aha moments and set them up for long-term learning success. We’re driven to find new, better ways to support teachers and reach more students, so we put our leading cognitive science research and real-world insights into solutions for how students think, learn, and do their best. This is a key part of our commitment to helping teachers spark student curiosity. As a Carnegie Learning team member, you’ll work alongside a team of passionate individuals dedicated to making a real difference in the lives of students and educators.
WHAT WE PROVIDE
Holistic Wellbeing
An inclusive range of Health Insurance options
Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance at no cost to you
Fostering Joy
Flexible work arrangements with our Work From Anywhere Policy
Your Time, Your Way - paid time off that you can use as you see fit to recharge and nurture your personal life
Empowering Parenthood
Paid Parental Leave
Reduced working hours on full pay for soon-to-be and new parents
Free access to CL products for employees and their children
A Place for Connection
Quarterly Wellness Incentives
Monthly employee activities + recognition program
Employee Allyship Groups (EAGs)
WHAT WE BELIEVE
We celebrate the unique attributes, characteristics, and perspectives that define each person's individuality. This fusion of perspectives enriches our collective knowledge, fosters innovation, and empowers us all. Together, we can collectively and more effectively address issues that face our business and industry. If our commitment to building an inclusive workplace resonates with you, we invite you to join our mission and welcome you to apply with us. Carnegie Learning is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.Company Description Carnegie Learning is a leading provider of K–12 education technology, curriculum, and professional learning solutions focused on improving outcomes for students and educators. The organization designs learning experiences that foster deep conceptual understanding, real-world application, and meaningful, lifelong connections to content. With high-quality offerings across math, literacy, world languages, professional learning, and high-dosage tutoring, Carnegie Learning supports schools and districts in transforming teaching and learning. The company is committed to innovation, research-based practices, and collaborative partnerships that create powerful results for teachers and students. Team members join a mission-driven environment where their work directly impacts classrooms across the country.

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