Full-Time

Sr. Account Executive

K12, California

Posted on 8/30/2024

Instructure

Instructure

1,001-5,000 employees

Education technology for teaching and learning

Education

Compensation Overview

$90k - $100kAnnually

Senior, Expert

Remote in USA

Candidate must be based in California.

Category
Field Sales
Sales & Account Management
Required Skills
Sales
Salesforce
Marketing
Requirements
  • Bachelor's Degree in Business, Sales/Marketing, or related field
  • Minimum of 5 + years of proven sales experience
  • Understanding educational pedagogy and the process involving selling an LMS, AMS and edtech SaaS is a plus
  • Experience selling enterprise level software, SaaS sales and services
  • Experience selling at all levels, including “C” level and above.
  • Excellent strategic/consultative sales skills.
  • Ability to do detailed needs analysis and proposal development.
  • ~50% travel
Responsibilities
  • Sell Canvas, MasteryConnect, LearnPlatform, and more along with services in your assigned territory
  • Hunting for new logo business, while upselling/cross-selling current accounts.
  • Develop relationships and new business opportunities at the state level.
  • Share new insight that helps prospects properly evaluate different solutions
  • Prepare and tailor messaging for prospective clients
  • Help guide prospective client through the purchasing process to meet agreed upon timelines
  • Accurately forecast your quarterly and annual performance
  • Develop sales strategies to increase client pipeline
  • Properly navigate through districts to build numerous relationships with key buyers
  • Consistently meet/exceed sales quotas within specified time frame
  • Partner with Regional Directors and clients in the field to gain referrals and build market share
  • Log accurate account information into Salesforce CRM in a timely manner

Instructure focuses on enhancing the educational experience for teachers and students through its technology solutions. The main product, Canvas, is a learning management system (LMS) that enables educators to create, manage, and deliver course content effectively. This platform supports various educational institutions, including K-12 schools, universities, and corporate training programs, by providing a user-friendly interface for both instructors and learners. Unlike many competitors, Instructure operates on a subscription-based model, allowing institutions to access its services and tools for a fee. The goal of Instructure is to empower educators and improve student outcomes by providing effective teaching tools and resources, serving over 30 million users in more than 6,000 organizations globally.

Company Stage

IPO

Total Funding

$86.7M

Headquarters

Cottonwood Heights, Utah

Founded

2008

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

1%

1 year growth

1%

2 year growth

0%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Increased demand for hybrid learning solutions boosts Instructure's market potential.
  • Growing interest in micro-credentials aligns with Instructure's recent strategic acquisitions.
  • Expansion in emerging markets offers Instructure opportunities to increase its global footprint.

What critics are saying

  • Algorithmic bias in AI systems could harm Instructure's reputation and user trust.
  • KKR's acquisition may lead to strategic shifts disrupting current operations.
  • Intensifying competition in EdTech could challenge Instructure's market position.

What makes Instructure unique

  • Instructure's Canvas platform is a leading learning management system in the EdTech market.
  • The company supports over 30 million users across more than 6,000 organizations globally.
  • Instructure's acquisition of Concentric Sky enhances its digital credentialing capabilities.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account

Unlimited Paid Time Off

Flexible Work Hours

Paid Vacation

Paid Holidays

401(k) Retirement Plan

401(k) Company Match

Tuition Reimbursement

Lifestyle Spending Account

Motivosity - employee recognition program

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