Chicago, IL based-Field Sales Representative (Outside Sales)

Hawkes Learning LLC; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health insurance

401(k) match

Employee assistance program

HSA match

Job summary

Hawkes Learning LLC is seeking an Educational Courseware Representative to grow territory revenue for Hawkes software products. This role requires frequent campus travel and on-site engagement with colleges within a 1-3 hour drive from home, with an emphasis on the Chicago area.

The ideal candidate has 1–3 years of field sales experience in educational technology, a bachelor’s degree, and willingness to travel extensively during peak seasons.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of proven field sales experience, preferably in educational technology selling math.
• Bachelor’s degree or higher is required.
• Willingness to travel 4 days per week on campus travel; overnight travel during peak season.
• Strong communication and time management skills; team player with collaborative mindset.

Responsibilities

• Travel daily to college campuses to sell Hawkes’ courseware portfolio (software, textbooks, workbooks).
• Identify adoption targets and develop a strategic sales plan; coordinate internal resources and manage the sales process to adoption.
• Research geographic territory to identify key accounts and generate new leads; nurture through the sales cycle.

Skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Time management

Goal oriented

Adaptability

Forecasting & pipeline management

Travel willingness

Education

Bachelor’s degree or higher

Job description

Description

As an educational technology company, Hawkes Learning is passionate about helping college students succeed through our innovative courseware. By partnering directly with college professors and recommending personalized learning solutions for their classrooms, we are rapidly expanding the implementation of Hawkes learning solutions into physical and virtual campuses nationwide.

Hawkes Learning is seeking a driven Educational Courseware Representative in the higher education industry. Each sales representative is responsible for growing territory revenue for Hawkes software products. To be successful in this role, you must have demonstrated success in selling to higher education institutions for educational technology, preferably in the math curriculum. The ideal candidate is a fast learner, fearless, collaborative, and coachable and has a passion for education. Product training and regular sales training are provided to help employees thrive in this position.

This role requires reps to spend a minimum of 4 days per week on college campuses within a 1-3 hour drive from your home for approximately 8 months of the year. There will be an infrequent need for overnight travel (likely 2-3 times maximum per month) for 3-4 months per year. During the busiest time of the selling season, (Sept-Nov and Jan-May), you will likely need to spend time on admin work outside of on campus work time, which may require additional work hours outside of traditional 9am-5pm.

Ideal candidates will be located in CHICAGO, IL.

Responsibilities

• Daily travel to college campuses to sell the Hawkes’ courseware portfolio, including a range of software, textbooks, and workbooks
• Identify adoption targets, develop a strategic plan for the sales approach, coordinate internal resources as necessary and manage the sales process through to adoption
• Research geographic territory to identify key accounts, develop a strategic sales plan to generate new leads, and nurture leads through the sales process.
• Partner with the Customer Success Specialists to identify and strategize around expansion opportunities
• Assist with hosting virtual and in person conferences, webinars, presentations
• Strategically work complex committee adoptions by identifying and completing a needs analysis on key decision makers
• Maintain contact database and pipeline management
• Partner with the marketing team to execute follow up strategies for designed campaigns and lead-generating initiatives

Requirements

• Ideal candidates will be located in CHICAGO, IL.
• 1-3 years of proven experience in field sales, preferably in educational technology selling math; entry level candidates accepted with some sales education
• Ability and willingness to travel (4 days per week on campus travel, semi-regular overnight travel during peak selling season)
• Bachelor’s degree or higher
• Strong written, oral, and non-verbal communication skills
• Ability to adapt to different personalities and situations
• Knowledge of forecast and pipeline management
• Collaborative mindset and a team player
• Organized with excellent time management skills
• Driven and motivated to achieve and exceed sales targets

At Hawkes Learning, you will have the opportunity to contribute to innovative educational solutions and make a positive impact on the learning experience. Hawkes Learning also offers an inclusive work environment that thrives on collaboration, creativity, and having a can-do attitude.

The salary range for this role is competitive and considers a variety of factors, including skill sets, experience, training, certifications, and other business and organizational needs. Our comprehensive benefits package includes 30+ days of paid time off to start with additional time each year of employment, an employer 401(k) match of up to 3.5%, and a significant employer contribution to healthcare benefits. While we prefer candidates located in the listed locations, we value talent from all locations. Hawkes Learning is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace.

Additional benefits

• Generous Health Benefits (Medical insurance, Vision and Dental insurance)
• Employer Match to Health Savings Account
• Employer paid Employee Assistance Program with counseling options
• Employer Match to 401k retirement plan
• Culture is energetic, supportive, collaborative, and transparent!