Education Sales Manager

Job Description

Role & responsibilities Key Result Areas (KRA) Proactively reach out to educational institutions (colleges, universities, schools, coaching centers) to generate new business opportunities and partnerships for ISIC. Develop a pipeline of prospective institutions, and initiate cold calls, emails, and presentations to promote ISIC offerings. Achieve monthly, quarterly, and annual sales targets. Develop and maintain strong relationships with educational institutions and key stakeholders. Provide personalized support to clients, ensuring they are aware of ISICs benefits and services. Regular follow-ups with clients to ensure satisfaction, renewals, and expansion of services. Educate clients about the value proposition of ISIC and tailor solutions based on the institution's needs. Conduct compelling presentations and product demonstrations to institutional decision-makers. Create and present customized proposals, presentations, and offers that cater to the specific needs of educational institutions. Maintain accurate records of leads, opportunities, and sales activities in Excel. Submit regular sales reports detailing achievements, challenges, and future opportunities to the management team. Provide feedback on the local market to help improve products, services, and sales strategies. Educational Qualification: Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Marketing, Education, or any related field. Experience: Minimum of 3-8 years of experience in sales within the education sector (preferably in the student services, educational tools, or similar industry). Proven track record of generating leads, building relationships, and closing sales in an educational context. Skills and Competencies: Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English and hindi. Strong negotiation, presentation, and interpersonal skills to engage with decision-makers and stakeholders at educational institutions. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word) to create reports, presentations, and track data. Ability to generate leads, prospect clients, and understand the sales funnel. Knowledge of sales strategies specific to the education sector. Problem-Solving Skills Ability to address client concerns and find solutions quickly, ensuring a smooth sales process. Strong focus on building long-term relationships with clients and providing excellent customer service. Goal-Oriented Highly motivated, self-driven, and able to work towards meeting targets with minimal supervision. Adaptability Comfortable working in a start-up environment with a smaller, leaner team and handling changing responsibilities. Desired Traits: Proactive and self-starter attitude. Positive and energetic approach to sales. Ability to handle rejection and continue prospecting. Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines. Preferred candidate profile Perks and benefits