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The Account Executive is responsible for creating new sales pipeline, managing new sales pipeline, and closing new sales pipeline, in the territory for which they are responsible for the Parchment suite of products. The individual is responsible for driving net-new client adoption as well as cross-selling new products into our existing network. The audiences for Parchment suite of products include Commissioners, Chief Academic Officer, Academic Policy leads, and Executive Directors at State Agencies, Chancellor, Registrar, Director of Admissions, Vice Chancellor, Provost, Vice Provost, and Presidents at Postsecondary Institutions. We are looking for a dynamic, entrepreneurial mindset to represent Parchment from a home office that is within the territories for which we are hiring. The Account Executive will ideally meet or exceed sales objectives of the assigned territory by promoting and selling the Parchment product solutions through professional sales techniques and long-term customer relationships. This position will require an individual who has a proven record in new client acquisitions.
Job Responsibility:
Schedule five (5) “1st new meetings” per week
Deliver five (5) “1st new meetings” per week
Schedule and hold a weekly meeting with a corresponding Sales Development Representative (SDR) to plan and execute territory strategy for pipeline creation
Build $20,000-$40,000 in new sales opportunities each week, depending on territory assignment
Maintain all Current Quarter Opportunities with accurate contacts, close dates, and Firm Future Commitments (FFCs)
Make incremental progress to successfully attaining annual quota by year end
Manage a fully ramped annual sales quota of $600,000 - $800,000 and a sales pipeline of $1.5-2M
25-50% Travel within assigned territory
Creating, Implementing, and Maintaining a quarterly territory plan
Executing a prospecting methodology as part of their regular routine
Managing an enterprise solution sale with a 6 to 12 month purchasing cycle and multiple buyers. Quarterbacking the sale through the entire sales process ending after the transition to a Customer Success Manager
Continually learning about new products and improving selling skills. The Account Executive (Parchment Pathways) is required to attend training events throughout the year and expected to participate in self-paced tutorial learning when appropriate
Providing regular reporting of pipeline and forecasts using Salesforce
Keeping abreast of competition, competitive issues and products
Attending and participating in sales meetings, product seminars, and trade shows
Preparing written presentations, reports, and price quotations
Conducting and managing contract negotiations
Ability to upsell and sell additional products/services into existing clients
Requirements:
Exhibit a willingness to travel up to 50% a year
Strong attention to detail
Excel at building and leveraging strong relationships
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Bright, energetic professional with outstanding communication and interpersonal skills
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks with shifting priorities and tight deadlines
Self-driven and independent
Growth mindset
Well-versed in Google Suite of Tools (Gmail, Docs, Sheets, Slides) skills - Required
Well-versed in SalesForce Reporting and Usage - Required
Well-versed in WbD, Tableau, Clari Co-Pilot, Outreach, DemandBase, and Highspot- will train
Well-versed in Microsoft Suite of Tools (Word, Excel, Powerpoint) skills - will train
Develop and implement effective sales level campaigns/sequences using Sales Enablement Tools such as Outreach, Engagio, SalesForce and Highspot
Bachelor’s degree required
3+ years of sales experience, preferably within an EdTech SaaS company
3+ years of experience in an educational environment
Nice to have:
Sales experience within an EdTech SaaS company
What we offer:
Competitive compensation, plus all full-time employees participate in our ownership program
Flexible schedules and a remote-friendly culture, with hybrid or onsite work options available in some regions for specific roles
Generous time off, including local holidays and our annual company-wide “Dim the Lights” week in late December
Comprehensive wellness programs and mental health support
Annual learning and development stipends to support your growth
The technology and tools you need to do your best work — typically a Mac, with PC options available in some locations
Motivosity employee recognition program
A culture rooted in inclusivity, support, and meaningful connection