Milady Account Manager, EST/CST (Remote)

Lensa; Virginia Beach (VA); Remote; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative education technology company is looking for a passionate Account Manager to drive sales and foster relationships in the beauty and wellness sector. This remote role involves managing existing accounts, identifying new opportunities, and utilizing advanced tools to maximize sales potential. Join a diverse team dedicated to empowering learners and making a significant impact in education. If you have a strong sales background and a desire to influence, this is the perfect opportunity for you to thrive in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of sales experience with a successful track record.
• Outstanding verbal and written communication skills.
• Advanced computer skills including Excel.

Responsibilities

• Manage existing accounts and grow sales through solution selling.
• Identify new school programs and convert to Milady.
• Prepare detailed reports within established timelines.

Skills

Sales Experience

Consultative Selling

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Advanced Computer Skills

Flexibility and Adaptability

Education

AA/AS Degree

Tools

Salesforce

Magellan

Datawarehouse

Job description

Milady Account Manager, EST/CST (Remote)

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We believe in the power and joy of learning.

At Cengage Group, our employees have a direct impact in helping students around the world discover the power and joy of learning. We are bonded by our shared purpose – driving innovation that helps millions of learners improve their lives and achieve their dreams through education.

Our culture values diversity, engagement, and discovery.

Our business is driven by our strong culture, and we know that creating an inclusive and diverse workplace is essential to the success of our company and our learners, as well as our individual well-being. We recognize the value of diverse perspectives in everything we do, and strive to ensure employees of all levels and backgrounds feel empowered to voice their ideas and bring their authentic selves to work. We achieve these priorities through inclusive programs, benefits, and initiatives that are integrated into the fabric of how we work every day. To learn more, please see https://www.cengagegroup.com/about/inclusion-and-diversity/.

What You'll Do Here

• Manage existing accounts: grow sales of products and services through solution selling methods, understand changing customer needs, work with customer support and credit departments to ensure proper fulfillment of orders.
• Identify new school programs and those using competitor curriculum and convert to Milady; maintain quality contacts and employ company resources as needed to close sales.
• Work with Implementation & Training Specialists to convert and close digital sales.
• Become a beauty industry and Milady product expert. Understand the community college business and their unique needs as well as each state’s requirements.
• Become proficient in Magellan, Salesforce, E1, and Datawarehouse, and use these sales and marketing tools to their full capability.
• Reach all assigned sales goals.
• Prepare complete, accurate, detailed reports within established timelines: customer reports, trip reports, weekly reports, monthly reports, and special reports as requested.
• Develop and implement strategic plans which maximize sales opportunities.
• Attend assigned trade shows to foster relationships, promote product, and close sales.

Skills You'll Need Here

(Required)

• 3+ Years of sales experience, showcasing a successful track record in a consultative sales position; demonstrated results in the needs-based selling process; and territory management.
• Self-motivated, goal achiever with a strong work ethic.
• Outstanding verbal and written communication skills and a desire to influence and persuade people.
• Strong organizational, time management, and personal skills to successfully communicate and negotiate with internal and external customers.
• Advanced computer skills and knowledge (including Excel) are necessary to manage assigned duties as well as educate customers on new content delivery platforms and programs.
• Flexibility and adaptability to change.
• Ability to travel overnight as required to attend conferences as needed.
• Must be located in EST/CST time zones.

Desired

• AA/AS degree.
• Beauty and Wellness Industry experience.
• Education Channel(s) Sales Experience.

Milady, a Cengage Group Company, is the number one provider of beauty and wellness learning solutions for schools worldwide. Since 1927, we have proudly provided educational resources for programs in Cosmetology, Aesthetics, Barbering, Nail Technology, Makeup, Massage Therapy, Salon & Spa Management, and Business Training.

Cengage Group does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, marital status, parental status, cultural background, organizational level, work styles, tenure, or life experiences. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation, contact us at [e-mail] or call [phone].

About Cengage Group

Cengage Group, a global education technology company, provides affordable, quality digital products and services that equip students with essential skills. For over 100 years, we have supported learners through trusted content and digital platforms like MindTap and Cengage Unlimited. We serve higher education, workforce skills, secondary education, English language teaching, and research markets worldwide.

Compensation

Our Total Rewards package supports and empowers our employees. The full base pay range for this position is $21.25 - $26.00 USD. Individual pay varies based on qualifications, experience, and location. Sales roles may include additional incentive compensation. For more, see Total Rewards Philosophy.

Warning: Be aware of targeted recruitment scams. Cengage will always conduct interviews via live in-person meetings, phone, or video calls and communicate from an @cengage.com email address.