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Education and Channel Manager

Remote: 
Full Remote
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Salary: 
70 - 110K yearly
Experience: 
Mid-level (2-5 years)
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Offer summary

Qualifications:

Minimum five years of sales experience, Proven track record in education sector, Deep understanding of K-12 education market, Experience managing national channel sales, Familiarity with HubSpot or similar CRM.

Key responsabilities:

  • Develop sales strategy for K-12 market
  • Identify and engage key decision-makers
  • Manage full sales cycle from prospecting to closing
  • Oversee channel sales strategy and partner development
  • Monitor channel performance and optimize results
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AKKO Information Technology & Services Startup https://getakko.com/
11 - 50 Employees
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Job description

Hey there! We're AKKO - a venture funded & fast-growing insurtech company with a passionate, solution-forward, and collaborative team focused on disrupting the device protection space.

Our mission is simple – Leveraging technology to make protecting people’s tech easier and more affordable. Most people’s lives have become tech-centric and AKKO provides customers with peace of mind that their tech is safe guarded in a transparent and seamless way. Backed by amazing investors such as Mundi, Fika, and Pear, we are just getting started!

As an Education Sales Manager, Direct and Channel, you will play a crucial role in driving the growth of our education and channel sales. The Education (K-12) and Channel Sales Manager will be responsible for two key areas: direct sales within the K-12 education sector and the management of our channel sales initiatives. This role requires a strategic thinker who can navigate the unique needs of the education market while also building and maintaining strong relationships with our channel partners.

THE DAY-TO-DAY

Education (K-12) Sales

  • Develop and execute a comprehensive sales strategy targeting the K-12 education market.
  • Identify and engage with key decision-makers in school districts, educational institutions, and other relevant stakeholders.
  • Present and demonstrate our insurtech solutions to schools and districts, highlighting the benefits for their specific needs.
  • Manage the full sales cycle from prospecting to closing, ensuring targets are met or exceeded.
  • Collaborate with the marketing team to tailor messaging and materials for the education sector.

Channel Sales Management - Education Partners

  • Oversee the development and execution of a national channel sales strategy to drive education sales.
  • Identify, recruit, and onboard new channel partners, ensuring they are aligned with our business goals.
  • Manage relationships with existing channel partners, providing them with the support and resources needed to drive education sales.
  • Collaborate with partners to develop joint business plans and marketing strategies.
  • Monitor and analyze channel performance, making data-driven decisions to optimize results.
  • Exceed assigned revenue targets and KPIs on a consistent basis.
  • Share feedback with Executive and Sales/Partnerships team to continue to refine and improve processes.

WHAT MAKES YOU QUALIFIED

  • Minimum five years of sales experience, with a proven track record in the education sector and/or channel sales, startup experience a plus.
  • Deep understanding of the K-12 education market and its unique challenges.
  • Experience managing national channel sales, with strong partner relationship management skills.
  • Good understanding of the education market, including an understanding of district purchasing processes.
  • Self-starter with a solution-oriented mindset.
  • Experience with HubSpot or similar CRM software.
  • All around team player, fast, and self-learning individual.
  • Proactive and solution-forward, bias for action.
  • Ability to drive forward work independently while communicating and working across functions.

The base salary for this position ranges from $70,000 to $110,000 with performance-based incentives including bonuses and/or commission. Individual compensation varies based on job-related factors, including business needs, experience, level of responsibility and qualifications.

WHY YOU’LL LOVE IT HERE

  • Unlimited vacation
  • Paid sick time
  • Competitive health benefits, including medical, dental and vision insurance
  • Robust 401k program – to invest in your future
  • Monthly wellness stipend (e.g., gym yoga, meditation, etc..) – we value your well-being
  • Monthly treat yourself stipend – dinner on us!
  • Remote workspace stipend – Work from home or from a shared workspace — you decide.
  • Paid volunteer time – giving back to our community is important to us!
  • Annual learning credit –explore personal interests that excite you.
  • …and so much more!

WHAT ELSE ARE WE LOOKING FOR?

Our team is fostered around our core values: 

  • Collaborate– Work together to be more effective, lift up others, and win together
  • Aim High– Set ambitious goals
  • Embrace Diversity– Seek different perspectives, bring our true self to work
  • Customer Love– Serve the end user and listen to them
  • Nurture Empathy– Listen and strive to truly understand others   
  • Take Action– Be proactive, be an owner, value speed
  • Maintain Integrity– Build the AKKO you are proud to work at
  • Data Driven– Use data to iterate, find truth

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Experience

Level of experience: Mid-level (2-5 years)
Industry :
Information Technology & Services
Spoken language(s):
English
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Other Skills

  • Problem Solving
  • Solutions Focused
  • Strategic Thinking
  • Verbal Communication Skills

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