Fast Facts
Amplify is looking for a motivated Account Executive to drive sales of its K-12 education products in West Tennessee, helping schools and districts improve student engagement and learning outcomes.
Responsibilities: The Account Executive will develop expertise in Amplify's products, conduct consultative discussions to identify client needs, achieve revenue targets, and build relationships with key stakeholders in the education sector.
Skills: Candidates should have a Bachelor's Degree, excellent communication skills, and 5+ years of successful direct sales experience, preferably within the education sector.
Qualifications: A background in teaching or education tech/publishing is preferred, along with the ability to work independently and engage effectively with schools and districts.
Location: Remote position available in Tennessee, USA, with a heavy travel requirement of 60-70% within the assigned territory.
Compensation: $90000 - $105000 / Annually
A pioneer in K–12 education since 2000, Amplify is leading the way in next-generation curriculum and assessment. Our core and supplemental programs in ELA, math, and science engage all students in rigorous learning and inspire them to think deeply, creatively, and for themselves. Our formative assessment products help teachers identify the targeted instruction students need to build a strong foundation in early reading and math. All of our programs provide educators with powerful tools that help them understand and respond to the needs of every student. Today, Amplify serves more than 15 million students in all 50 states. For more information, visit amplify.com.
Amplify is seeking an Account Executive who will become a specialist on Amplify’s solutions, find opportunities to serve schools and districts, and achieve revenue targets in doing so.
The new hire must be skilled at consultative sales and highly motivated to build this new business.
The ideal candidate has a proven track record of successfully selling print and digitally delivered instructional products and services, possesses knowledge of the K-12 sector, works well in a fast-paced company, and is driven to achieve sales goals.
Essential Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain expertise in Amplify’s products
- Conduct high-quality, consultative discussions to identify customer needs and align Amplify’s products and services to address those needs
- Achieve quarterly and annual revenue targets
- Maintain a thorough understanding of the educational marketplace, industry trends, funding developments, and Amplify products
- Build and nurture relationships with key buying stakeholders in accounts, including Superintendents, Curriculum Directors, Department Heads, teachers, and other influential school district contacts
- Provide timely and accurate reporting of pipeline, forecasts, account plans, and territory management activities as required
- Develop and maintain a business pipeline of prospective clients and assume all territory management in the assigned territory
- Gain customer commitments and advance opportunities through the sales process
- Continually prospect for new business throughout the calendar year
- Conduct customer-facing meetings in schools and district offices
- Research territory trends, competition, and funding sources to drive new sales strategically
- Devise and implement effective campaigns within the assigned region
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s Degree
- Able to travel and willing to commit to a heavy travel schedule within the territory and 3-4 team, regional, or national sales meetings (60-70% travel)
- Excellent verbal, written, and comprehension skills
- 5+ years of successful direct sales experience OR experience in the education field
- Teaching or education tech/publishing experience
- Must reside within the West Tennessee Area only
Preferred Qualifications:
- Demonstrated ability to work independently with minimum supervision
- Strong presentation skills
- Experience selling to schools and districts within the regional territory of the West Tennessee area.
What we offer:
Salary is only one component of the Amplify Total Rewards package, which includes a 401(k) plan, stock options, competitive health insurance and mental health options, basic life insurance, paid time off, parental leave, and access to best-in-class development programs. The gross salary range for this role is $90,000 - $105,000. This role is eligible for commission-based pay.
Amplify is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Amplify makes employment decisions based on qualifications and merit, and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability status, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic or status.
Amplify is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities, including disabled veterans. If you have a disability and need an accommodation in connection with the application or hiring process, please email hiringaccommodations@amplify.com.
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