Sr Services Executive – Higher Education Position Available In Fulton, Georgia

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About You Basic Qualifications:

Sr Services Executive (P4) A proven, successful track record (10+ years) of Professional Services Sales in ERP

• HCM, Payroll, Finance solutions and/or Student Information Systems to Higher Education Clients. 8+ years experience managing and/or participating in ERP and/or SIS (Student Information System) implementation projects
• for example: Human Resources, Benefits, Time Tracking, Payroll, Financial Systems, Analytics, Budgeting/Planning, Recruiting, Performance Management, Compensation, Student Recruiting, Student Admission, Curriculum Management, Financial Aid, Student Finances or comparable.

Basic Qualifications:

Services Executive (P3) A proven, successful track record (8+ years) of Professional Services Sales in ERP

• HCM, Payroll, Finance solutions and/or Student Information Systems to Higher Education Clients. 6+ years experience managing and/or participating in ERP and/or SIS (Student Information System) implementation projects
• for example: Human Resources, Benefits, Time Tracking, Payroll, Financial Systems, Analytics, Budgeting/Planning, Recruiting, Performance Management, Compensation, Student Recruiting, Student Admission, Curriculum Management, Financial Aid, Student Finances or comparable.

Other Qualifications:

Significant experience (10 years or greater) overseeing complex services sales cycles from start to finish with a record of successful services revenue and profitability attainment required. Basic understanding of cloud architecture. Foundational knowledge of vendors, products, and services in the Higher Education ERP

• HCM, Payroll, Financials, and/or Student Information System space.

Great presentation skills while participating in a fast-paced, complex product and services sales cycle. Strong business development skills, with a focus on identifying and capitalizing on market opportunities, building strategic partnerships, and driving organizational growth through new initiatives and customer retention strategies. Proven ability to effectively manage service delivery, ensuring customer satisfaction through streamlined processes, efficient resource allocation, and a focus on meeting expectations. Demonstrated experience in professional services sales, with a focus on understanding client needs, effectively presenting value, and building strong relationships to drive customer satisfaction and achieve revenue goals. An innate sense of personal initiative, with the ability to proactively identify and pursue opportunities, overcome obstacles, and drive innovation and efficiency. Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent work experience. Ability to travel up to 50% of the time. Workday Pay Transparency Statement The annualized base salary ranges for the primary location and any additional locations are listed below. Workday pay ranges vary based on work location. As a part of the total compensation package, this role may be eligible for the Workday Bonus Plan or a role-specific commission/bonus, as well as annual refresh stock grants. Recruiters can share more detail during the hiring process. Each candidate’s compensation offer will be based on multiple factors including, but not limited to, geography, experience, skills, job duties, and business need, among other things. For more information regarding Workday’s comprehensive benefits, please click here.

Primary Location:

USA.GA.

Atlanta Primary Location Base Pay Range:

$143,000 USD

• $214,500 USD Additional US Location(s)

Base Pay Range:

$143,000 USD

• $214,500 USD If performed in Colorado, the pay range for this job is $
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