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Full-Time

Associate Inside Educational Sales Consultant

Posted on 7/23/2024

IXL Learning

IXL Learning

501-1,000 employees

Personalized K-12 educational technology platform

Education
Consumer Software

Compensation Overview

$27 - $29Hourly

+ Bonus + Benefits

Entry, Junior

San Mateo, CA, USA

Full-time position in San Mateo, CA headquarters office.

Category
Inside Sales
Sales & Account Management
Required Skills
Sales
Communications
Salesforce
Customer Service
Requirements
  • BA/BS degree
  • 1 year of customer service, inside sales or education experience, preferably within the ed-tech or software industry.
  • A high level of self-motivation, energy, and drive to succeed
  • Demonstrated ability to communicate, present and influence credibly and effectively
  • Experience in delivering client-focused solutions based on customer needs
  • Proven ability to manage multiple projects at a time while paying strict attention to detail
  • Excellent listening, negotiation, and presentation skills
  • Excellent verbal (telephone) and written communications skills
  • Understanding of web applications
  • Ability to accommodate various global time zones is a plus
  • Salesforce.com experience is a plus
Responsibilities
  • Lead follow up for transactional sales and data input for processing
  • Conduct cold outbound calls and qualify inbound sales leads to communicate IXL's value proposition to new global users and to identify their requirements for the sales team
  • Ensure the timely processing of leads and assist with and support sales campaigns
  • Identify growth opportunities for the sales teams to ensure growth attainment
  • Conduct web application product demonstrations virtually using screen share technology

IXL Learning offers a personalized K-12 curriculum in math, language arts, science, social studies, and Spanish, utilizing real-time analytics and individualized guidance to tailor learning experiences for students. The platform incorporates technology to provide real-time diagnostic tools, ultimately enhancing learning outcomes.

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

$510M

Headquarters

San Mateo, California

Founded

1998

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

0%

1 year growth

0%

2 year growth

0%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • IXL Learning's partnerships, such as with Two Rivers Distribution and Lynn Public Schools, expand its reach and impact, providing more opportunities for growth and influence in the education sector.
  • The company's continuous innovation, exemplified by the release of new products like the Ultimate Math Workbooks and Takeoff by IXL Math™, demonstrates its commitment to enhancing educational outcomes.
  • Participation in high-profile events like the Competency-Based Education Summit showcases IXL Learning's leadership and influence in modern educational practices.

What critics are saying

  • The competitive landscape of EdTech requires IXL Learning to continuously innovate to maintain its market position.
  • The integration of multiple acquisitions, such as Dictionary.com and Thesaurus.com, poses challenges in maintaining a cohesive brand and user experience.

What makes IXL Learning unique

  • IXL Learning's acquisition of Dictionary.com and Thesaurus.com significantly enhances its language and literacy offerings, setting it apart from other educational platforms.
  • The integration of Rosetta Stone's immersive language learning methods with IXL's personalized learning platform provides a unique, comprehensive educational experience.
  • IXL Learning's extensive range of workbooks and online resources, designed by educational experts, ensures a seamless connection between virtual and offline learning, which is a rare feature among competitors.

Benefits

100% paid medical, dental, and vision

Matching 401K retirement plan

Flexible paid time off and sick days

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