Sales Specialist, HSS

Macmillan Learning is a part of the family-owned Holtzbrinck group of companies and is one of the leading educational technology companies. Through deep partnership with the world's best researchers, educators, administrators, and developers, we facilitate teaching and learning opportunities that spark student engagement and improve outcomes. We provide educators with tailored solutions designed to inspire student curiosity and measure progress. Macmillan Learning is comprised of renowned brands including Bedford/St.

Martins, W.H. Freeman, Worth Publishers, Sapling Learning, Sky Factor, Late Nite Labs, EBI-MAPworks, i[lt]clicker, REEF and Hayden-McNeil.

At Macmillan Learning, we're committed to driving innovation that transforms education. We seek team members who thrive on pushing boundaries, envisioning future possibilities, and building solutions that make a lasting impact. Whether you're a Pioneer shaping bold new ideas, a Builder turning possibilities into reality, or a Stabilizer optimizing for success, you'll play a vital role in advancing our mission. If you're excited by the prospect of testing new technologies, implementing transformative strategies, and thriving in a fast-paced, innovative environment, we’d love to hear from you!

The Sales Specialist, HSS is responsible for driving sales in designated discipline higher education markets by collaborating with field sales representatives and regional managers, developing and implementing sales strategies and conducting sales presentations for large opportunities. The position also involves some training and supporting customers post-sale and providing valuable feedback to marketing and editorial teams. The Sales Specialist, HSS is expected to travel extensively especially during the primary selling seasons.

Travel also includes regional and national conferences, as well as various training, marketing, and sales events. This territory covers Connecticut, Delaware, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont. It is expected that the incumbent lives within this territory.

We know that talented candidates sometimes hesitate to apply when they don't meet every single qualification listed. We encourage you to apply if you're excited about this role and believe you can contribute meaningfully to our team, even if your background doesn't align perfectly with every requirement. We're looking for people who are passionate about our mission and can bring valuable perspectives to our work.

Different experiences, skills, and approaches all have the potential to strengthen what we do. If this opportunity interests you, we'd love to hear how your unique background and abilities could contribute to our team's success. We're committed to building a workplace where everyone can do their best work and where diverse viewpoints are valued. We encourage all qualified candidates to apply - we're excited to learn about the different ways you might add value to our organization.

• Drive growth for Macmillan Learning products by selecting Must-Win Opportunities, delivering sales presentations, FDOC’s campus visits, attending conferences and regional impact events.
• Develop relationships with key decision-makers.
• Coordinate sales targeting and initiatives with Regional Managers and sales reps.
• Develop regional sales strategies and sales tools.
• Bring advanced knowledge and strategic insight to help reps win complex, high-value adoptions.
• Launch new products and promote adoption of models such as LMS Integration and Inclusive Access.
• Update and maintain sales data and activity in CRM system.
• Train new VIP adopters on technology implementation.
• Maintain and develop competitive knowledge and market awareness.
• Contribute to product development across HSS discipline teams.
• Mentor sales representatives and model expected behavior during campus work trips.
• Ongoing support for VIP adoptions utilizing our technology, including; course customization, copying, LMS integration & troubleshooting.

• Bachelor's Degree.
• Minimum 3 years of Higher Education…