Job Type: Full Time
Job Location: Remote
About Optima ED
OptimaEd is an accredited virtual instruction provider and the first VR company to be accredited for education. We are focused on granting access to quality and engaging education from anywhere in the world. We are dedicated to forging partnerships
with independent schools nationwide to catalyze student learning and teacher development. Anchored in research that affirms learning as a social, communal activity - and our easy-to-use platform empowers teachers to embark on enriching journeys
WITH their students, yet unconstrained by time and distance. OptimaEd has developed the most extensive immersive Web 3.0 educational content library in existence, and our platform provides teachers with a full range of classroom management tools to
guide productive and efficient student learning experiences. Our goal is simple – we want to equip educators with the resources to excel in their craft and do what they do best - inspire the next generation. Our founding team has backgrounds in
some of the world’s best schools and corporate experiences, and we are set to tackle some of the world’s biggest challenges.
Position Overview
OptimaEd is looking for a Sales Development Representative to work remotely within their Optima Independent division.
This division serves independent schools through the country. From facilitating initial conversations, to developing team wide best practices, you will be an integral member for our sales organization. In this role, you’ll be responsible for creating
excitement about OptimaEd. You’ll get to work alongside an extremely passionate and supportive team, but most importantly you’ll jumpstart your career in an exciting field. This SDR will be compensated on meetings booked, proposals sent, and revenue. If you’re interested in venturing outside the norm and are ready to join a company with a proven business model, we’d love to learn more about you.
Responsibilities
● Develop new business leads and enhance existing relationships.
● Utilize prospecting and research tools, coordinate with assigned reps to qualify opportunities; prepare for and book
pitch meetings with target prospects.
● Strategize with team members to innovate & improve the overall sales development process
● Conduct sales development best practices with email, phone, and social drips using enablement technology to connect
with new prospects.
● Work closely and collaboratively with the sales team to develop and implement prospect communication plans
● Work internally with other departments to ensure proper quality and quantity of demonstrations
Required Experience/Skills:
● BS/BA required
● Excellent written and oral communication, organizational, and analytical skills.
● Very strong work ethic with confidence to work autonomously
● Highly motivated to succeed both individually and with a young and fast growing company
● Prior start-up or education sales experience a huge plus
