
Account Executive – Education
Genetec
full-time
Posted on:
Location Type: Remote
Location: Remote • Florida • 🇺🇸 United States
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Mid-LevelSenior
About the role
- Portfolio Expansion – Understand current environment and long -term goals; grow platform adoption
- Product Adoption – Close consumption gaps by helping customers fully use the platform and become strong advocates for Genetec within their organization
- Reference Accounts – Foster strong relationships that lead to customer advocacy within the education community
- Prospecting – Proactively identify and pursue new business opportunities
- Aligning with the Buying Cycle – Understand where buyers are in the cycle, influence early, promote our grants program, and position Genetec in RFPs when needed
- Account Planning with SI Partners – Work closely with end user customers, channel partners, and your PAE to align on goals, strategies to drive demand for the platform
- Internal Collaboration – Align with Sales Engineers, SMEs, PAEs and the Genetec partner team to minimize conflict and meet customer needs
- Education Tradeshows & Networks – Participate in relevant associations (e.g., AASA, NACUBO, EDUCAUSE)
- End User Engagement – Support regional user groups, panels, and peer-led education events
- CRM – Maintain disciplined, strategic, and timely CRM activity
- Training and Product Knowledge – Continuously expand product and industry expertise through Genetec resources and end user engagement
- Internal Systems and Processes – Leverage internal tools, follow internal processes, and HR systems required for the AE role
Requirements
- Deep understanding of the operations, safety concerns, and procurement practices within K–12 and higher education institutions
- Established relationships in the education vertical or with relevant stakeholders (e.g., boards, campus safety, IT, facilities)
- Ability to sell to multi-stakeholder committees and navigate complex buying structures
- Strong understanding of how Genetec solutions align with education-specific workflows (e.g., access control across campuses, video monitoring in public spaces, emergency response integration)
- Familiarity with education-focused industry tradeshows, associations, and public-private networks
- Strong time management and territory planning skills—especially when covering multiple institutions across metro regions
- Ability to anticipate education-sector needs based on evolving safety regulations, digital infrastructure, and funding models
Benefits
- Attractive compensation package with 401K match
- Training Tuition Reimbursement Program
- Work-life balance with a flexible working schedule
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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Hard skills
CRMaccount planningproduct knowledgesales strategyprospectingcustomer advocacyRFP positioningplatform adoptioneducation workflowssafety regulations
Soft skills
relationship buildingcollaborationtime managementterritory planningcommunicationinfluenceproblem-solvingcustomer engagementadvocacystrategic thinking