Vector Solutions is the leader in providing industry-focused SaaS solutions that connect content and technology. Vector’s unique product set aims at training and learning management, continuing education (CE), compliance, workforce scheduling, safety management, and more.
Our mission is to empower everyday heroes in the public, educational and commercial sectors to make safer, smarter, and better decisions.
Vector Solutions is seeking an Account Executive for our Education vertical. We’re looking for a demonstrated history of success winning net new business - either from new business and/or cross-selling - within the K-12 education space.
What You'll Do:
- Develop new business and upsell existing accounts to prospect, qualify and close sales.
- Increase penetration within existing accounts to drive new revenue streams.
- Network successfully to drive new opportunities, sales presentations, web-ex demonstrations, and handle contract negotiations.
- Achieve sales goals as set by management and be able to work independently.
- Bachelor’s degree in Sales, Business Administration, or relevant field preferred.
- 3-4 years’ experience in business to business (B2B) sales.
- Ability to travel up to 25% of time
- A proven sales track record with a stable work history
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Experience working with K-12 institutions is preferred
- Experience using MS products and Salesforce CRM is preferred
- Ability to come to the Cincinnati office 1-2 days week
- Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
- May occasionally lift up to 15 pounds
What You Can Expect From Us:
- Friendly, open, and casual work environment (ditch the suit & tie)
- Comprehensive, quality benefits package effective first of the month following your date of hire
- Matching 401(k) retirement plan
- Healthy work-life balance with flexible work arrangements and generous time off
- Educational assistance available for all employees
- Generous referral incentive program
- Company social events
- Philanthropic opportunities
What We Value:
- Teamwork -Above all, we’re a team. We give and value feedback. We support each other, respect each other and work together to accomplish our common goals and serve our customers. Once we make decisions, we align behind them as a team.
- Customers First -Our customers’ success is our success. They are why we are here. We work to earn the trust of our customers and always deliver on our commitments.
- Make a Difference - It's not a job, it’s a calling. We have passion for our mission, for our customers, for our work, and for sharing a fulfilling experience with our fellow team members.
- Inclusiveness -Uniqueness is powerful. Diversity, equity and inclusion guide how we build our teams and cultivate our leaders, creating a company that promotes a variety of perspectives and crucial conversations, leading to better outcomes.
- Act Now -We act with urgency. The best time to get something important done is now. We don’t wait and let perfection be the enemy of good.
- Curiosity -We love a good challenge. We’re scrappy, we stretch ourselves to be the best, ask questions, learn from our mistakes, and are dedicated to continually improving and growing.
- Ownership -We own the outcome and don’t pass the buck. The score matters. We hold ourselves and each other accountable. We treat company resources like they are our own.
Vector Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, (including gender identity), sexual orientation, gender, race, color, religion, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, genetic information, marital status, or status as a protected veteran.