ApplyBoard simplifies the study abroad search, application, and acceptance process by connecting international students, recruitment partners, and educational institutions on one intuitive and personalized platform. ApplyBoard is a mission-driven, hyper-growth organization. It has been attracting dedicated individuals for more than eight years who are inspired every day to break down barriers to international education and take their careers to new heights at a company that will invest in their career growth. Our six core values are our compass in our mission to Educate the World and the foundation of our unique company culture. As an organization built on a foundation of diversity, it’s important that our team members are representative of the students from more than 150 countries that we support.
The Opportunity:
Regional Sales Manager - Value Solutions at ApplyBoard plays a pivotal role in driving revenue growth within their designated market. This position requires a dynamic leader who can effectively leverage B2B networks to promote and sell all VAS offerings, including Test Vouchers, GIC, Loans, Forex, and more. The ideal candidate will possess a product-led mindset, embrace technology-first approaches, and develop innovative go-to-market strategies that align with ApplyBoard’s mission.
What you'll be doing every day:
- Revenue Generation:
- Meet and exceed assigned revenue targets for the region by identifying and securing new business opportunities within the B2B network.
- Foster relationships with potential and existing customers to drive sales and enhance retention.
- Go-to-Market Strategy Development:
- Design and implement effective go-to-market strategies tailored to the specific needs and dynamics of the region.
- Collaborate with internal stakeholders to align promotional activities, product focus, pricing strategies, and sales objectives with ApplyBoard’s overall business goals.
- Customer Engagement:
- Activate new customers for product adoption and revenue generation
- Engage proactively with customers, ensuring a high level of satisfaction and responsiveness to their needs.
- Achieve and exceed customer engagement scores through exceptional service and relationship management.
- Product Adoption and Cross-Selling:
- Work closely with the product team to enhance product offerings, gather customer feedback, and improve product adoption within the region.
- Develop and execute strategies for cross-selling to existing customers, maximizing revenue potential.
- Collaboration and Technology Adoption:
- Utilize technology platforms and CRM systems to streamline processes, track sales performance, and enhance customer interactions.
- Foster collaboration between the sales team, marketing department, and core business sales teams to ensure integrated efforts in reaching target markets.
- Performance Analysis:
- Monitor and analyze sales metrics to assess performance, identify trends, and adapt strategies as necessary.
- Prepare regular reports for senior management on sales achievements, market conditions, and competitive landscape.
What you bring to the table:
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, or a related field;
- Proven track record of meeting or exceeding sales targets in a B2B environment, ideally within the education or technology sectors.
- Minimum of [3+] years of experience in sales management, with demonstrated expertise in regional or territory sales strategy.
- Strong understanding of value-added services, with the ability to communicate their benefits effectively.
- Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, with a focus on building long-term customer relationships.
- Proficient in technology adoption and CRM tools; experience with data analysis techniques to enhance decision-making.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a cross-functional team environment and drive initiatives that promote sales growth and customer satisfaction.
About ApplyBoard
ApplyBoard empowers students around the world to access the best education. With more than 1,000,000 students from over 150 countries helped with their journey in less than a decade, we are just getting started.ApplyBoard’s 1,200 global team members in 30 countries assist students and our 1,500 partner institutions by empowering the international student sector with innovative technology and insights. As a five-time consecutive Deloitte Fast 50 and Fast 500 ranked company, ApplyBoard is growing and scaling like few other companies. On top of our strong growth, our people are growing personally and professionally. ApplyBoard India was Great Place to Work® Institute (India) certified for outstanding employee experience and workplace culture.Thank you for your interest in joining the ApplyBoard Team and being part of our mission to Educate the World. While we are lucky to attract a high level of interest in each of our roles, only qualified applicants will be contacted and selected for an interview.ApplyBoard welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates in all aspects of the hiring and selection process.
