Higher Education Sales Consultant - Orlando, FL

Acquisitions Editor 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 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 is your job to interview, listen for business potential, and persuade select candidates to work with the company by partnering with experts in their field. As an Acquisitions Sales Representative, you are 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. Qualifications and Responsibilities 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 effectively 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 information is conveyed effectively and professionally. Handles multiple priorities and tasks simultaneously while maintaining a high level of attention to detail and customer service. 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. Holds a bachelor’s degree. Has a valid driver’s license and an acceptable driving record. Benefits Job Stability – Kendall Hunt and its family of companies have been around for over 75 years. Career Growth – gain experience that promotes advancement to higher roles. 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 and 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