Sales Representative
HigherEdJobs
State College, PA
Full-time
Sales
Posted on May 17, 2019
We're seeking a team-oriented, experienced sales representative to join our team at HigherEdJobs. The goal of this position is to sell our job posting and recruitment products as well as provide excellent customer service to the colleges, universities, and related organizations in your territory.
About Us
Founded in 1996 and headquartered in State College, PA, HigherEdJobs is the leading source for jobs and career information in academia. Our website is visited by over 1.5 million people a month. And, last year, we helped 5,300 colleges and universities from the U.S. and around the world attract faculty, administrative, and executive candidates for over 250,000 open positions.
About the Position
Develop and maintain strong relationships with your accounts, primarily through email, phone calls, and occasional face-to-face meetings.
Work with clients to understand their recruitment needs and propose packages to best meet those needs.
After the sale, help your clients with any customer service needs and ensure they receive great results.
Periodically travel to conferences to meet with clients and promote our services.
About You
We are looking for someone with:
5+ years sales experience, preferably business-to-business sales. Experience with inside sales (email/telephone) or media/advertising sales would be a plus.
Bachelor's degree
Genuine enthusiasm for working with clients, understanding their needs, and helping them. Friendly, professional, and persuasive.
Basic Internet and software skills (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc
) and, ideally, experience using CRM software such as SalesForce, Act!, Hubspot, etc
Hard work and attention to detail is a must, but so is a sense of humor and the ability to enjoy an open, friendly work environment.
Compensation
The position offers base, commission, bonus, 401(k) with company match, health, dental, vision, life, disability, and paid vacation.
To Apply
Please send a cover letter and resume to accountmanager@HigherEdJobs.com.