Fast Facts

Ascend Learning is seeking a Senior Analyst in Sales Operations to drive revenue growth and optimize commercial strategies within a collaborative and innovative environment.

Responsibilities: Develop and implement commercial strategies, collaborate with sales teams, analyze market trends, implement pricing strategies, and enhance sales team performance through training.

Skills: Strong business acumen, analytical skills, proficiency in Microsoft Excel and CRM systems, communication, and leadership capabilities.

Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in business or related field, MBA preferred, with 5+ years of experience in sales operations or commercial operations.

Location: Position available in Leawood, KS with remote options for candidates in the United States.

Compensation: Not provided by employer. Typical compensation ranges for this position are between $85,000 - $130,000.

We Impact Lives Through Purpose-Driven Work in A People First Culture

Ascend Learning is the connection between a powerful portfolio of brands serving students, educators, and employers with outcomes-based, data driven solutions across the lifecycle of learning.

Our values-driven culture unifies our teams and inspires a mindset of action, innovation, and collaboration, with a relentless focus on customers.

We're always looking for talented, passionate professionals to join us in our mission to help change lives. If this sounds like an environment where you'd thrive, read on to learn more.

Ascend Learning leads the way in innovation and solution creation to improve outcomes and deliver results for students, educators, and healthcare workers in the ever-changing field of healthcare. We offer advanced resources that drive nursing success, empower front-line certified allied health workers, help physicians pass boards and stay current, and provide education management tools for medical education programs.

WHAT YOU'LL DO 

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Senior Sales Operations Analyst to join our team. This position will be responsible for driving revenue growth and ensuring seamless execution of commercial strategies. This role requires strong leadership skills, strategic thinking, and the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams. The Senior Sales Operations Analyst will play a critical role in optimizing our commercial performance and achieving business objectives. 

WHERE YOU’LL WORK

This position can work hybrid from our Leawood, KS or Burlington, MA office location. Remote candidates in the United States will be considered.

HOW YOU’LL SPEND YOUR TIME

• Develop and implement commercial strategies to drive revenue growth and achieve business targets.
• Collaborate with the sales team to establish sales targets, develop sales plans, and monitor progress towards achieving them.
• Analyze market trends, customer behavior, and competitor activities to identify new business opportunities and drive competitive advantage.
• Develop and implement pricing strategies and policies to ensure profitability and competitiveness in the market.
• Collaborate with marketing and product teams to develop and implement go-to-market strategies for new products and services.
• Monitor and analyze sales data, KPIs, and financial metrics to measure performance and identify areas for improvement.
• Develop and implement sales enablement programs, training, and tools to support the sales team and enhance their performance.
• Foster strong relationships with key customers, partners, and stakeholders to drive business growth.

WHAT YOU'LL NEED

• Bachelor's degree in business administration, sales, marketing, or a related field. MBA preferred.
• 5+ years of proven experience in commercial operations, sales operations, or a related field.
• Strong business acumen and strategic thinking, with a track record of driving revenue growth and achieving business objectives.
• Excellent leadership skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate a team.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, experience with SQL is a plus
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a focus on data-driven decision-making.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Proficiency in using CRM systems and other sales and commercial operations tools.
• Strong organizational and project management skills, with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects and initiatives.
• Ability to adapt quickly to changing business needs and priorities.

BENEFITS

• Flexible and generous paid time off 
• Competitive medical, dental, vision and life insurance 
• 401(k) employer matching program
• Parental leave
• Wellness resources
• Charitable matching program
• Hybrid work
• On-site workout facilities (Leawood, Gilbert, Burlington)
• Community outreach groups
• Tuition reimbursement

Fostering A Sense of Belonging

We seek out and celebrate all people and perspectives and cultivate an inclusive culture where everyone can thrive, feel valued and be their authentic selves. Our culture is firmly rooted in the belief that by embracing our differences and drawing on diverse perspectives, we are a stronger, more innovative, and more successful organization where employees experience a sense of belonging.

About Ascend Learning

As a tech-enabled services company, Ascend Learning is a national leader in developing and delivering data-driven online educational content, software, assessments, analytics, and simulations serving institutions, students and employers across healthcare, fitness and wellness, public and workplace safety, skilled trades, insurance, financial services, cybersecurity, and higher education. We're committed to accelerating the learning pathways that can move people into careers where they have the knowledge and skills to have an impact and help change lives in the communities they serve. Headquartered in Burlington, MA with additional office locations and hybrid and remote workers in cities across the U.S.,Ascend Learning was recognized by Newsweek and Plant-A Insights Group as one of America's 2023 Greatest Workplaces for Diversity.

Ascend Learning, LLC is proud to be an equal opportunity employer (M/F/Vets/Disabled). No agency or search firm submissions will be accepted. Applications for U.S. based positions with Ascend Learning, LLC must be legally authorized to work in the United States and verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire.

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