Strategic Field Account Executive – Education (SLED)

Zones, LLC; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

401(k) with matching

Paid time off

Job summary

Zones, LLC is seeking a Field Account Executive for SLED sales who will drive growth across State, Local Government and Education markets. You will build strategic relationships, expand existing accounts, and pursue new opportunities, partnering with Zones’ teams and OEM partners to deliver end-to-end technology solutions.

The ideal candidate will understand SLED procurement, manage contracts and RFPs, and maintain a robust pipeline to exceed quotas while expanding Zones’ footprint in the public

Qualifications

• 5+ years of technology sales experience in SLED or related public sector.
• Strong understanding of SLED procurement processes and government buying cycles.
• Proven ability to manage contracts, RFP/RFQ responses, and stakeholder engagements.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute strategic account plans for Education customers.
• Acquire new Education customers and expand Zones’ share of wallet.
• Maintain a healthy pipeline to achieve and exceed quotas.
• Navigate government procurement requirements and respond to RFPs/RFQs.
• Partner with OEMs and Zones teams to deliver integrated solutions.

Skills

Technology sales

Public-sector sales

Relationship building

CRM & forecasting

Negotiation

Travel willingness

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business/IT/related

Tools

CRM tools

Forecasting tools

Job description

Zones, LLC is seeking a Field Account Executive for SLED sales who will drive growth across State, Local Government and Education markets. You will build strategic relationships, expand existing accounts, and pursue new opportunities, partnering with Zones’ teams and OEM partners to deliver end-to-end technology solutions.

The ideal candidate will understand SLED procurement, manage contracts and RFPs, and maintain a robust pipeline to exceed quotas while expanding Zones’ footprint in the public