Education Sales Executive — New Business

About AKKO

AKKO is hiring for an Education Sales Executive — New Business to drive new customer growth in the education market. This remote-friendly role offers the opportunity to build a pipeline, manage end-to-end sales cycles, and close deals with schools, districts, and education institutions. You will collaborate with marketing, partnerships, and product teams to understand customer needs and deliver value. This position is ideal for a results-driven sales professional who thrives in a fast-paced, remote-first environment.

About the Role

As part of the sales organization, you will:

• Develop and execute outbound and inbound strategies to win new education-sector customers.
• Build and manage a robust sales pipeline from initial contact to closing.
• Deliver compelling product demonstrations and tailored proposals.
• Negotiate contracts and close revenue-generating deals.
• Collaborate with Marketing, Partnerships, and Customer Success to ensure customer success and renewals.
• Maintain accurate CRM records and forecast revenue accurately.
• Meet or exceed quarterly and annual revenue targets.
• Remote-friendly role with travel as needed to meet clients.

Qualifications & Skills

• Proven track record in education sales or B2B software sales.
• Strong communication, presentation, and negotiation skills.
• Experience with CRM tools (e.g., Salesforce) and sales enablement platforms.
• Ability to work independently in a remote environment and collaborate with cross-functional teams.
• Bachelor’s degree is preferred.

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation and benefits package.
• Remote-friendly, flexible work environment with opportunities for growth.