Inside Sales Specialist (Ed-Tech)
As an Inside Sales Specialist in the Ed-Tech sector you will play a pivotal role in driving sales growth and customer engagement for our innovative educational products. This position is essential within our organization as it directly influences revenue generation and market presence. You will engage with potential clients such as educational institutions and individual learners to understand their needs and present tailored solutions. The ideal candidate will be passionate about education technology and possess the skills to build strong customer relationships. By leveraging effective communication deep product knowledge and consultative selling techniques you will help prospective clients realize the value of our offerings. Your contributions will not only advance our sales targets but also support the educational aspirations of our customers by providing them with superior learning solutions. This role requires a dynamic sales professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is motivated by achieving results.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct outbound sales calls to engage potential clients.
- Qualify leads through effective questioning and needs analysis.
- Manage the full sales cycle from prospecting to closing deals.
- Collaborate with marketing to create sales materials and campaigns.
- Utilize CRM software to track interactions and manage customer relationships.
- Develop a deep understanding of educational products and services.
- Present product demonstrations and educational webinars to prospects.
- Identify and address customer objections efficiently.
- Negotiate contracts pricing and terms with clients.
- Follow up with leads and nurture customer relationships.
- Provide feedback to product teams from customer interactions.
- Achieve monthly and quarterly sales quotas and targets.
- Participate in industry events to establish network and brand presence.
- Stay updated on industry trends and competitors offerings.
- Create and maintain strong relationships with existing clients.
- Train and mentor junior sales staff when necessary.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelors degree in Business Marketing Education or related field.
- At least 2-4 years of inside sales experience preferably in Ed-Tech or related industries.
- Proven track record of meeting and exceeding sales targets.
- Strong understanding of sales principles and customer relationship management.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to analyze customer needs and propose relevant solutions.
- Proficiency with CRM systems (Salesforce HubSpot etc..
- Basic knowledge of educational technologies and online learning platforms.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Familiarity with digital marketing strategies and social media.
- Demonstrated problem-solving skills and a proactive approach.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
- Willingness to adapt to changing priorities and business requirements.
- Results-oriented mindset with a focus on customer satisfaction.
- Enthusiastic and passionate about education and technology.
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