School Partnerships and Outreach Manager, HS Study Abroad

About the role

The Manager of School Partnerships and Sales Outreach is a dynamic and entrepreneurial sales leader responsible for developing and growing high school partnerships and study abroad participation in a designated territory.

Responsibilities

• Territory Ownership & Strategy: Act as the general manager of a dedicated sales territory (Illinois and Indiana). Develop and execute a comprehensive sales plan to meet and exceed student enrollment goals.
• Relationship Management: Cultivate and expand relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders, including principals, teachers, counselors, and alumni, to establish CIEE as the premier partner for global education.
• New Business Development: Actively prospect and conduct high-volume outreach to new schools to build a sustainable pipeline. Identify and create new partnerships that integrate study abroad into the school’s mission.
• Sales & Team Leadership: Lead, manage, and mentor direct reports (Enrollment Coordinators) to oversee the student sales process, from lead generation to student travel. Maximize conversions through close communication and teamwork.
• Presentations & Events: Deliver engaging presentations to students, parents, and administrators, both virtually and in-person. Travel extensively within your region during the September-February selling season to represent CIEE at conferences and in schools.
• Sales Process & Pipeline Management: Take ownership of the entire student enrollment pipeline. Guide your team to manage their pipelines and convert leads to travelers.
• Operational & Reporting Excellence: Maintain accurate records of all sales activities and school relationship statuses in our CRM system (e.g., Salesforce). Proactively manage all administrative and customer service tasks related to the enrollment and pre-departure process.

Requirements

• Minimum of 4 years of sales or other relevant experience, with a proven track record of building strong client relationships.
• Experience in international education, or related K-12 industries is a plus.
• Spanish proficiency preferred.
• Demonstrated experience in sales leadership or management.
• Strong entrepreneurial spirit and a proven ability to build a sales territory.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to present dynamically to large groups.
• Proficiency in using a CRM system (e.g., Salesforce) to organize and prioritize a sales pipeline.
• Willingness to be a flexible team player, with a passion for education and a belief in the power of global citizenship.
• Eagerness to travel extensively within your territory during the key selling season.

Qualifications

• Ability to embrace CIEE’s Core Values (Excellence, Integrity, Respect, Inclusion and Problem Solving) and culture.

Skills

• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to build and maintain strong relationships with clients and colleagues.
• Proven ability to manage and motivate a team.
• Strong organizational and project management skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Knowledge of CRM systems.

Benefits

CIEE provides all employees with exceptional benefits offerings that increase total compensation by up to 25%. Our top-tier benefits include: Paid time off and Parental leave, Gym Reimbursement Program, Employee Assistance Program, Short-term & Long-term Disability, 6 floating Fridays (based on our eligibility rules), CIEE Study Abroad and TEFL Program discounts, 403(b) Retirement Plan with employer contribution, Insurance Coverage (life, travel, medical, dental, and vision), Flexible Spending Accounts/Health Savings Account (medical and dependent), Voluntary Benefits (identity theft protection, pet insurance, accident, and critical illness).

Pay

$65,000-$90,000 annual compensation (on target earnings, inclusive of eligible incentive pay)

Schedule

Remote- Illinois (Greater Chicago Area Preferred)