K-12 Strategic Account Manager

Jobgether; Annapolis (MD); Vor Ort; USD 110.000 - 150.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Jobgether is seeking an experienced K-12 Strategic Account Manager to drive growth with school districts and state education agencies across an assigned territory. You will build trusted relationships with superintendents and senior stakeholders to advance college and career readiness programs.

The role emphasizes consultative sales, data-driven planning, and cross-functional collaboration to expand product adoption and manage complex partnerships and implementation efforts.

Qualifikationen

• Experience in strategic sales, business development, or partnership management.
• Strong ability to influence senior stakeholders within complex organizations.
• Experience with Salesforce CRM to manage pipelines and forecast results.

Aufgaben

• Develop multi-year account plans for school districts and statewide initiatives.
• Identify growth opportunities by analyzing state and district needs and policies.
• Manage account planning and business reviews to monitor performance and growth.
• Drive sales pipeline development with data-driven insights.
• Lead consultative sales engagements with district leaders and superintendents.
• Expand adoption across AP, SAT Suite, and College & Career Readiness portfolios.
• Support implementation and training with regional teams.
• Oversee major partnerships and state contracts to ensure long-term outcomes.
• Build executive relationships with superintendents and state education agencies.
• Collaborate across regional and cross-functional teams to align policy, program, and sales strategies.
• Coach junior colleagues on portfolio management.
• Utilize Salesforce to track activity and forecast performance.
• Lead regional initiatives with timely execution.

Kenntnisse

Strategic account management

Consultative sales

Stakeholder management

Forecasting & pipeline management

Relationship building

Education policy and EdTech knowledge

Ausbildung

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Salesforce

Microsoft Office

Jobbeschreibung

The K-12 Strategic Account Manager will drive strategic growth and strengthen partnerships with school districts and state education agencies across an assigned territory. This role focuses on developing multi-year account strategies, expanding product adoption, and aligning educational solutions with the evolving needs of schools and education leaders. You will build trusted relationships with superintendents, senior decision-makers, and other key stakeholders to support long-term educational outcomes. Through consultative sales, data-driven planning, and effective pipeline management, you will identify growth opportunities and deliver measurable business results. The position combines strategic account leadership, cross-functional collaboration, and oversight of complex partnerships and implementation initiatives. This is an opportunity for an experienced professional passionate about education to influence district-level and statewide initiatives and expand access to college and career readiness programs.

Accountabilities

Develop strategic account plans

Translate regional growth priorities into multi-year strategies for complex school districts and statewide initiatives, ensuring alignment with broader business objectives and accountability for measurable outcomes.

Identify growth opportunities

Analyze state and district-specific needs, market conditions, education policies, and performance trends to develop personalized solutions that increase adoption and strengthen existing partnerships.

Manage account planning and business reviews

Establish consistent account management processes and conduct regular business reviews to monitor performance, identify opportunities, and support long‑term growth.

Drive sales pipeline development

Build, maintain, and report on a robust sales pipeline, using data and market insights to prioritize high‑impact opportunities and improve forecasting accuracy.

Lead consultative sales engagements

Work with district leaders, superintendents, and other senior stakeholders to influence long‑term adoption decisions and position educational programs within broader improvement strategies.

Expand educational program adoption

Develop and execute district-level growth strategies across the AP, SAT Suite, and College & Career Readiness portfolios.

Support implementation and training

Collaborate with regional teams to coordinate appropriate training, professional learning, implementation plans, and service models.

Oversee strategic partnerships

Provide strategic guidance and internal coordination for major partnership agreements, ensuring implementation supports long‑term growth and partner outcomes, particularly in accountability‑focused states.

Manage state contracts

Oversee the implementation of state contracts and associated service or support models when applicable.

Build executive relationships

Develop and maintain strong relationships with superintendents, state agency representatives, district leaders, and other key decision‑makers to strengthen partnerships and increase adoption.

Collaborate across teams

Partner with regional colleagues and cross‑functional teams to align policy, program, and sales strategies, maximizing growth and impact.

Coach junior colleagues

Provide account strategy guidance and support to less experienced team members based on portfolio needs.

Manage internal processes and projects

Use Salesforce CRM to track account activity, monitor pipeline health, manage opportunities, support forecasting, and analyze performance.

Lead regional initiatives

Manage divisional or regional projects assigned by leadership, ensuring priorities are executed effectively and within required timelines.

Requirements

• The ideal candidate is a strategic, results‑oriented account management professional with substantial experience in consultative sales, business development, or partnership management. They should be comfortable navigating complex education systems, influencing senior stakeholders, and translating market insights into sustainable growth strategies.
• At least 8 years of progressive experience in strategic sales, business development, strategic account management, or partnership management.
• Experience in K-12 education, educational technology (EdTech), K-12 solutions, or a related sector is strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated success meeting or exceeding growth targets across complex accounts or portfolios.
• Strong achievement orientation, with a track record of setting and delivering on ambitious business objectives.
• Experience using Salesforce CRM to manage sales pipelines, monitor performance, forecast results, and inform account strategy.
• Ability to develop and execute multi‑year account strategies that increase product adoption and strengthen long‑term partnerships.
• Proven ability to build trusted relationships with senior‑level stakeholders and influence decisions across complex organizations.
• Strong understanding of consultative selling, account planning, opportunity prioritization, and strategic business development.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to lead executive‑level discussions and advisory sessions.
• Strong organizational and operational discipline, with the ability to manage competing priorities and deliver time‑sensitive initiatives.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools.
• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Must reside in Pennsylvania, Maryland, New Jersey, New York, Delaware, or Washington, D.C. Candidates based in Pennsylvania are preferred.

Benefits

• Opportunity to shape strategic partnerships with school districts and state education agencies.
• The chance to contribute to educational access, assessment, and college and career readiness initiatives.
• A strategic, relationship‑driven role with opportunities to collaborate across regional and cross‑functional teams.
• Opportunities to influence long‑term growth strategies and support meaningful outcomes for education partners.