Compass Group USA

DIRECTOR, REGIONAL SALES - TEXAS - HIGHER EDUCATION (Remote, TX, US, Remote)

United States remote Executive $175,000 - $175,000
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About the role

Location: Texas, Near a Major Airport

Perks: SSC invests in our employees with training and growth opportunities, but the benefits don’t stop there, SSC offers a comprehensive benefits package! At SSC we truly believe that our people are our greatest asset.

The advertised program is a conversational recruiting assistant that helps you apply to jobs with Compass Group. Message frequency varies. Message and data rates may apply. Text STOP to opt out or HELP for help. Terms and conditions:
SSC Services for Education is a Nationwide Best in Class Facility Service Provider. As a member of Compass Group we create clean, safe, and distraction free learning environments for students of all ages. With a focus on a people first culture, growth opportunities, and supporting local communities we set the stage for a meaningful career in educational facilities nationwide.

Job Summary

We love to win, and we do it by creating a culture of care and performance. Our secret ingredient is our culture. We are #1 in our industry through passion, teamwork and results. We win clean and we have a great time doing it. Sound good to you?

Compass Group has a Regional Sales Director (New Business) position available in the south central part of the United States with a focus on: TX, NM, AZ, CO, OK, AR and LA. This professional top-performer will be an organized self-starter, who loves to hunt for new opportunities and is able to work independently. This position will focus exclusively on “new business” development as an individual contributor role.

As the Regional Sales Director you will report to the National Vice President of Sales and are responsible for profitable market growth of new opportunities within the higher education market. Selling the premier SSC brand (www.sscserv.com), support services, the candidate will be based in the specified region near a major airport.

We offer you earning potential of $175K (plus) with base salary and commissions! Benefits include 401k, expense account, healthcare insurance, company car, and paid vacation. AND…we look towards your future with proactive learning and development, career pathing and loads of opportunity for internal mobility. Come join us for an unparalleled career opportunity and the best work family anywhere!

Key Responsibilities:

  • Strong sales and sales-related function skills
  • Ability to communicate effectively in written format and oral presentations
  • Ability to multi-task and establish priorities
  • Exceed annual new business target/quota
  • Cold calling, prospecting, networking and discipline to develop markets
  • Strong time management and territory development skills (multi-task ability)
  • Identify necessary support resources to successfully close new business
  • Computer skills including CRM, Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Adobe Acrobat
  • High energy, positive attitude and excellent communication/presentation skills

Qualifications:

• Interested candidates should have a BA or equivalent

• Authentic new business hunter

  • Build strategic relationships with experience to work 6+ month, sales cycle
  • 3+ years sales experience; new business focus – higher education experience a plus
  • A track record of consistently exceeding sales quotas – strong desire to win
  • Developing winning sales proposals and responding to complex RFP’s
  • Think logically with a commonsense approach
  • High energy level and overall likeability, strong executive presence
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Motivated with the desire to earn well over $175K
  • This position entails up to 75% travel within the territory
  • Strong computer skills and ability to work with a database management system
  • High degree of personal accountability and integrity
  • Experience adapting to and successfully building relationships - resulting in wins

Enhance your quality of life through our comprehensive benefits:

· Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance

· 401K with Company Match

· Disability Insurance

· Life Insurance/AD

· Associate Shopping Program

· Health and Wellness Programs

· Discount Marketplace & Employee shopping program

· Identify Theft Protection

· Pet Insurance

· And More…

Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For positions in Washington State, Maryland, or to be performed Remotely, click here or copy/paste the link below for paid time off benefits information.

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.
SSC maintains a drug-free workplace.
SSC & Compass Group: Achieving leadership in the facility service industry
Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.
Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity.
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