Higher Education Sales Consultant - Tampa, FL

Ready to make your mark in Higher Education? Do you excel at building relationships and exceeding goals? Kendall Hunt Publishing is looking for a driven Acquisitions Editor to join our team! We’re seeking a talented individual with strong communication and sales skills to build lasting partnerships with college professors. This position requires living in or near Tampa, Gainesville or Orlando, FL and involves seven weeks of travel per semester, alternating with weeks working from your home office and spending a full week on college campuses. It’s your job to interview, listen for business potential, and persuade select candidates to work with your company by partnering with experts in their field. As an Acquisitions Sales Representative, you’re the driver and decision maker. You call and travel to different colleges and universities in your territory to identify business opportunities, interview professors, and persuade author candidates that have what it takes to become Kendall Hunt authors. We want to partner with talented educators in charge of lower‑level, higher‑enrollment courses to develop more interactive and engaging materials that solve the needs of their students and can make an impact in their college career and in the difference they make in the world in the future. Who Is Kendall Hunt Publishing? Throughout its history, Kendall Hunt Publishing has grown with an emphasis on its employees, fearlessness in innovation, and a strong grip on its values. Today Kendall Hunt continues to expand by growing its number of educational products, creating new companies, and extending its services across the country and beyond. Through diversity and willingness to adapt to the ever‑changing publishing industry, Kendall Hunt is a company dedicated to growing with the public to best serve the people of the community. When you work at Kendall Hunt you immediately notice the collaboration, friendliness, and a sense of purpose amongst our employees. Our customers, students, authors, and other outside contacts are always our top priority. We are constantly uncovering new sales channels for current product lines or finding new products to sell to current customers. Join our team of evolving employees to help us maintain our competitive edge in the industries we serve. Characteristics of Who KH Looks for in an Acquisitions Editor- You are someone who... Takes initiative and works independently, demonstrating an entrepreneurial mindset by actively problem‑solving and utilizing strong critical thinking skills. Has a strong desire to learn, coupled with a deep inclination to ask questions and seek answers, while actively engaging in diverse subject matter. Embraces a drive to win and excel, consistently seeking improvement and striving to outperform in a dynamic market. Shows persistence in overcoming challenges while exhibiting the ability to adapt and be flexible. Demonstrates the ability to affectively listen, ask questions, think creatively/critically and close new business with prospective customers. Communicates clearly and confidently with professors, authors, team members and internal employees, ensuring that information is conveyed effectively and professionally. Handles multiple priorities and tasks simultaneously while maintaining a high level of attention to detail and customer service. This position requires you to always wear multiple hats, so time management is crucial. Identifies challenges and develops practical solutions in real‑time, enhancing customer satisfaction and streamlining processes. Demonstrates proficiency in managing responsibilities that require substantial independent work while also engaging in team collaboration. This dual approach aims to achieve individual sales success while contributing positively to overall team dynamics. Holds a bachelor's degree, and enjoys spending time on college campuses, because in this job, you’ll be spending a lot of time on college campuses in your territory. A valid driver’s license and an acceptable driving record are required, in accordance with the company’s corporate driving policy. Why Us? We Understand It’s More Than Just a Job! Choosing a career path can be one of the most important decisions in one’s life. Work is part of a person’s identity. People need compelling reasons to remain at a job and a company day after day, year after year. As you consider a career change, we understand the benefits an employer offers are just as appealing as the job itself. Kendall Hunt offers - Job Stability. Kendall Hunt and their family of companies have been around for over 75 years Career Growth. Gain some great experience to promote to higher roles – many of our leadership and upper management staff worked their way up in our family of companies Base Salary PLUS Bonus. Affordable medical, dental, and vision insurance with company‑paid life insurance, short‑term and long‑term disability Generous company match on 401(k) plan, as well as profit sharing 15 days PTO at hire, plus paid holidays Scholarship and tuition reimbursement All applicants must have a valid driver’s license and bachelor's degree. View email address on click.appcast.io An Equal Opportunity Employer #J-18808-Ljbffr Kendall Hunt