Embracing the Joy of Learning Together

At Cengage Group, we empower our employees to make a meaningful impact in the educational journeys of students worldwide. Our collective mission focuses on sparking innovation that enables millions of learners to enhance their lives and realize their aspirations through education.

A Culture of Inclusion, Engagement, and Discovery

Our vibrant culture fuels our business, and we understand that fostering an inclusive environment is vital for our success, our learners, and the well-being of each individual. We celebrate the richness of diverse perspectives and ensure that team members at every level and from all backgrounds feel encouraged to share their insights and show their true selves at work. We weave these principles into our everyday practices through various programs, benefits, and initiatives. To explore more, please visit our site.

In the role of Sales Consultant within the K-12 sector, you will regularly travel throughout your assigned territory to engage with both current and prospective clients. Your primary responsibility will be to conduct face-to-face consultations with faculty, curriculum leaders, and administrators, while also formulating and executing strategic plans to meet your sales objectives.

Key Qualifications and Skills Required:

• Engage with school districts through sales calls to explore and showcase our textbook and digital product solutions.

• Achieve or surpass annual sales targets consistently.

• Drive business growth and new initiatives within your territory.

• Utilize company sales tools for accurate forecasts and activity tracking.

• Participate in networking opportunities within your territory, including but not limited to conferences, group presentations, and industry events.

Essential Qualifications:

• A Bachelor’s Degree or a proven track record of achieving sales goals.

• Exceptional verbal, written, and electronic communication abilities.

• Capability to develop and implement targeted sales solutions.

• Strong relationship-building skills with customers, internal partners, and colleagues. Well-organized with effective territory management skills.

• Proficiency in business technologies, including PCs, mobile devices, CRM tools, and the Microsoft Office Suite; familiarity with Salesforce is a plus.

• Physical ability to transport materials to customer locations, including lifting up to 50 lbs independently and moving up to 100 lbs with assistance.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 2 years of experience in teaching, sales, or publishing.

• Understanding of, and experience in, digital information delivery sales.

• Experience with Salesforce is advantageous.

At National Geographic Learning, a division of Cengage Group, we are dedicated to creating opportunities and fueling progress for students as they embark on their journeys toward college and career success. Our digital learning programs and classroom resources bring the excitement of exploration and discovery to students, reflecting the experiences of National Geographic’s adventurers, scientists, writers, and photographers.

Cengage Group is committed to attracting a diverse range of talent and hiring the most qualified individuals. We consider applicants without regard to their race, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, genetic information, disability, age, veteran status, or any other classification protected by applicable federal, state, provincial, or local laws.

We also prioritize providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities throughout the job application process. If you require assistance due to a disability, please contact us via email or at +1 .

About Cengage Group

As a leading global education technology company, Cengage Group has been serving millions of learners for over a century. We offer affordable, high-quality digital products and services that equip students with the essential skills and competencies needed for a successful career. With trusted, engaging content and integrated digital platforms, we cater to the higher education, workforce skills, secondary education, English language teaching, and research markets globally. Through scalable technologies like MindTap and Cengage Unlimited, we support all learners striving to improve their lives through education.

Compensation Overview

At Cengage Group, we take pride in offering a comprehensive and rewarding Total Rewards package designed to support and empower our employees. Click here () to learn more about our Total Rewards Philosophy.

The full base salary range for this position is provided, with individuals’ compensation varying based on their work schedule, qualifications, experience, internal equity, and geographic location. Roles in sales typically include a significant incentive compensation program beyond the base pay range.

$60,000.00 – $75,000.00 USD

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