K-12 Account Manager, Midwest

K-12 Account Manager American Reading Company (ARC) seeks an experienced K-12 Account Manager to join their sales team. As the face of a mission-driven brand, you’ll help ensure every K‑12 student is reading and writing on or above grade level. Major Responsibilities Achieve and exceed annual sales targets in the Midwest through strategic acquisition of new school districts and educational organizations, and expansion of existing relationships. Establish new customers through the complete sales cycle of prospecting, cold calling and emailing, lead qualification, building relationships, understanding needs, presenting solutions, negotiating price, overcoming objections, closing, and servicing. Consistently grow account relationships by understanding customer objectives and advising them of new products/services to strategically meet their needs. Help schools/districts discover solutions to their ELA challenges. Preferred Qualifications Several years of K‑12 sales experience. Experience selling literacy solutions (a plus). Strong district‑level contacts within territory. Hunter with the ability to provide exceptional account management within existing accounts. Bilingual in English/Spanish (a plus). Team player, self‑motivated, able to work autonomously. Live in Illinois with the ability to travel throughout the IL/MO territory. OTE approximately $150‑300k, including competitive base salary and uncapped commission. ARC is based in Blue Bell, PA, and serves over a quarter million students across 50 states. ARC is a mission‑driven, 100% solar‑powered organization and offers both English and Spanish K‑12 language arts solutions. The Renaissance Network (TRN) is an equal opportunity employer compliant with all applicable federal, state, and local laws. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, disability, protected veteran status, or any other category protected by applicable laws. #J-18808-Ljbffr