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Field Account Executive II (SA&A)

Savvas Learning, Little Rock, AR, United States


Account Executive – Savvas Learning Company seeks a highly motivated sales professional to sell our suite of supplemental, acceleration, and assessment products in the Southwest region (Oklahoma, Arkansas, Louisiana, Michigan, Wisconsin, and Minnesota). The primary solutions include iLit, SuccessMaker, SIOP, Savvas Math & Literacy Screener & Diagnostic Assessments, Words Their Way, D’Nealian Handwriting, and Savvas Essentials of Foundational Reading.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Implement strategic sales market plans to reach sales targets

Answer potential customer questions and provide follow-up responses

Implement and promote weekly, monthly, and quarterly sales objectives to achieve annual targets

Work with customers to better understand business needs and goals

Collaborate with Account General Managers, Specialists, and Services Partners to improve performance of the Supplemental, Acceleration, and Assessment line of business

QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, or Education, or equivalent experience

Advanced degree in Education, Technology, or postgraduate qualification preferred

Minimum of 3 years of experience in sales or teaching K‑12 ELL/Intervention students in the classroom preferred

In‑depth knowledge of field sales and marketing best practices

Strong understanding of the Intervention and Supplemental markets and competitors

Persuasive and goal‑oriented

Excellent negotiation, leadership, collaboration, and presentation skills

Outstanding written and verbal communication skills

Salesforce.com knowledge

IT proficiency (Microsoft Office: Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

ADDITIONAL SKILLS / KNOWLEDGE / ABILITIES

Comprehensive understanding of the Savvas Supplemental and Intervention line of programs

Implement strategic business market plans and deliver on them

Respond to customer needs and provide resolutions for complaints to enhance loyalty

Successful track record as a strategic sales thinker with excellent communication skills

Comfortable working on multiple initiatives simultaneously

Interpersonal skills that encourage trust and transparency both internally and externally

Strong understanding and influence of decision makers

Provide exceptional oral presentations for internal and external audiences

Implement and oversee strategic organization goalsFlexible and adaptable approach to a changing organization and marketplace

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

Significant travel may be required throughout the territory

DISCLAIMER
This job description is intended to describe the general nature of the job to be performed and is not an all‑inclusive listing of duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. The duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or new ones may be added at any time with or without notice, as requested by managers or as required by business needs.

Savvas Learning Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Savvas Learning complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws regarding recruitment and hiring. We prohibit discrimination against individuals based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, and other protected group status. We strive to create a fair and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected. Learn more about your EEO rights as an applicant. Savvas Learning Company is an affirmative action employer and participates in E‑Verify. Know Your Rights. Notice to California Applicants: Information collected and processed as part of your Savvas Careers profile, and any job applications you submit, is subject to Savvas' California Applicant Privacy Notice.

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