Company Introduction
WorldStrides is the global leader in educational travel and experiential learning. The company was founded in 1967 to provide middle school travel programs to Washington, D.C. and has grown to provide a wide range of programs for more than half a million students annually to over 100 countries around the world. WorldStrides offers experiential learning programs in educational travel, performing arts, language immersion, career exploration, service-learning, study abroad, and sports. Each of these experiences helps students to see beyond the classroom and to see the world – and themselves – in new ways.
Job Description:
The Manager of International Sales position for K12 International located in San Diego, CA is responsible for managing their team to gain new business through prospecting new and known schools for travel groups as well as increasing market share from competitors and reengaging with old programs. The team is made up of International Program Consultants (IPCs) executing on strategies and tactics to win new sales for both the WorldStrides and Explorica by WorldStrides brands.
The Manager will work to build best communication strategies to serve a wide variety of customers and to find creative approaches to engage customers in a changing market. They will provide support and guidance to IPC’s regarding school prospecting, sales and group growth and keep up to date on all relevant product and operational knowledge surrounding group international travel.
The Manager ensures sales forecasts and goals are achieved or exceeded by securing new business through our current database and other data resources. New business is solicited through school prospecting, connecting with specific teachers, conferences, referrals and leveraging current relationships at schools.
The Manager oversees team retention, training, coaching, and development. They team with other sales managers, directors and cross-functional teams as needed for special projects.
Responsibilities:
- Carry on the development and growth of existing team in place
- Recruit, train and mentor new team members. Training function includes overseeing the following:
- Teach and implement our proven sales cycle tools and talk tracks
- Develop sales skills related to the industry
- Commission plan and sales expectations training
- Computer training including database and other related software
- Pricing and Process training
- Product knowledge expertise
- Setting correct expectations for transitioning of groups to Account Management and departure rules
- Conduct Weekly Update reports with team members including review of:
- Team pacing reports: Specific goals for school regions, prospects, Recipe for Success (Teacher Follow-up/Follow Through), Revenue
- Weekly call activity goals
- Daily Snapshot of business = Sales cycle progression, KPI goals
- Suspect/Prospect Development through to successful sale
- Track progress of group growth and transition to Account Management
- Territory load balancing for all team members
- Continuous feedback and training on “art of sales and customer support” skills with individual team members
- Listening in and review on live calls and call recordings
- Providing feedback and coaching
- Spending 3 days per week on the sales floor working with team members on skill set enhancement
- Competitive situation strategy and management, including specific training
- Review relevant post-tour evaluations and lead relevant point-of-sale feedback to team
- Manage escalated calls or inquiries and work to retain business as needed
- Resource person for members of the team and staff in other departments
- Serve as a conduit for business communication
- Work collaboratively with other managers, sales directors, the SVP of sales and other departments
- Conduct weekly updates about your team’s progress with the Director of Sales and Account Management
- Manage and participate in team and department events such as Kick-Off Sessions, Training Sessions and Customer Events
Additional Responsibilities:
- Plan and manage team meetings weekly, more if needed
- Attend all management meetings
- Serve as backup for any team member who is out of the office
- Assist sales staff in handling difficult accounts and situations as necessary
- Additional responsibilities may be assigned
- Seasonal travel to assist with events may be required
Standard Department Member Responsibilities:
- Facilitate and/or perform training of staff members as requested
- Foster communication within the department, with other departments and with management
- Working knowledge of Worldstrides sales strategies and processes.
- Maintain knowledge of company policies and procedures so as to serve as an effective staff member
- Support company policies and management decisions with a sense of urgency and professionalism
- Seek out and participate in internal and external programs that facilitate personal and professional growth
- Track days off; write and deliver self-performance appraisal to the Director on an annual basis along with written appraisals for each team member both bi-annually and including quarterly check ins.
- Identify and discuss personal and professional growth goals of each team member
- Identify and discuss personal and professional growth goals with the Director
Qualifications:
- 3-5 years of proven success in sales and/or account management + sales experience in a related field, with a significant portion of the experience preferably in telephone sales
- 1-2 years of experience in leadership and training in a results-oriented sales environment
- Working knowledge of sales strategies and processes
- Working knowledge of customer support and international travel
- 4-yr degree or equivalent is required
- Must have proven ability to hire, train, empower, motivate, and create a positive work environment
- Some Travel Required
- Effective oral and written communication skills are required, including thorough use of the phone and video conferencing
- Based on qualifications, title designation and job responsibilities may be adapted
Work Perks
- Comprehensive health benefits: medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, accident, critical illness, disability insurance, FSA/HSA options with employer HSA contributions, and a generous 401(k) match.
- Generous paid time off including 11 paid company holidays, 25 PTO days the first year (prorated), 1 paid volunteer day, 4 mental health days, and bereavement
- Professional development support, including up to $5,250 annually for tuition reimbursement and up to $1,000 for certifications annually
- Opportunities for paid and discounted travel
- Flexible work schedule providing on-site, remote, and hybrid office opportunities
- Encouraged participation in a wide variety of Employee Resource Groups
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and wellness resources, including fitness centers at select locations
- Paid parental, caregiver, and disability leave
- Team Member Discount Program
- Engaging, collaborative, and fun work environment
The minimum and maximum full-time annual salaries for this role are listed below, by location. Please note that this salary information is solely for candidates hired to perform work within one of these locations, and refers to the amount WorldStrides is willing to pay at the time of this posting. Salaries for part-time roles will be prorated based upon the agreed upon number of hours to be regularly worked.
Candidates hired to work in other locations will be subject to the pay range associated with that location, and the actual annualized salary amount offered to any candidate at the time of hire will be reflected solely in the candidate’s offer letter.
California Salary Range
$70,304—$70,304 USD
WorldStrides, a global organization, is committed to educate and serve communities worldwide. Our commitment is fueled by the passion of our team members and partners to make experiential learning accessible, while also being socially, environmentally, and ethically responsible. Together, we accomplish this by investing in initiatives to promote inclusion, diversity, and sustainability.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, WorldStrides is committed to building a diverse workforce, supported by an environment that promotes inclusion and belonging. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
WorldStrides will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1, J-1, H-1, H-2, L, B, J or TN, or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire. Select seasonal roles may consider students on J-1 or F-1 visas.
