Account Sales Manager

Come join the fun and make a difference with Discovery Cube! For over 25 years, we've been inspiring kids and educators alike with our hands-on science education initiatives and interactive exhibits. Our four core initiatives - STEM proficiency, early childhood education, healthy living, and environmental stewardship - are future-forward in promoting life-long-learning. Plus, with our immersive campuses in Orange County and Los Angeles, as well as our educational outreach programs, there are endless opportunities for learning exploration. As a prominent advocate for modern science education, we believe in empowering our learners with real-world applications and spotlighting science as a solution and force for good. Don't miss out on the excitement and join our important mission today!

Position:

Discovery Cube invites you to join our outstanding team!  We are seeking a dynamic Sales professional who is passionate about providing exceptional guest service, sales focused, able to coordinate, direct and execute sales related tasks, possesses critical thinking skills required to problem solve while achieving sales goals.

Responsibilities:

The Account Manager will cultivate effective relationships within the school districts including superintendents, principals, teachers, administrators, parents, PTA/PTOs with the intention of driving admissions, educational bookings and overall business for both Discovery Cube locations.  As a sales professional they excel in articulating and selling Discovery Cube’s vast line up of products through thoughtfully crafted presentations.  As a Brand ambassador their delivery is engaging, practiced and polished.  This role will support the Sales team by participating in daily, weekly and monthly tasks and responsibilities.  The Account Manager is a leader among their peers, a team player, critical thinker, learns quickly, possesses excellent guest service skills, can multi-task, and thrives in a fast-paced environment.

• 50% of time in the field cultivating relationships, generating leads, participating in school and community events to drive business (Seasonality applies based on order volume)
• Active selling, cold calling and order processing of all the Education Sales’ catalogue of products
• Lead generation and relationship building leveraging multiple sales strategies
• Brand ambassador with excellent presentation and service skills
• Ongoing flexibility while the business evolves and grows for both Discovery Cube sites
• Backup to other roles within the Sales team

 Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree preferred
• Minimum 5-7 years experience in generating product Sales; Hospitality or Theme park experience is a plus
• Demonstrates effective leadership skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
• Exceptional attention to detail and multi-tasking
• A consummate professional with a positive attitude
• Excellent verbal, written, listening and presentation skills
• Self-starter with the ability to work independently and/or part of a team
• Strong customer service orientation with a positive and professional demeanor
• Full- time, including some nights and weekends depending on department needs
• Reliable transportation and can travel where ever the business demands including but not limited to Los Angeles County and Orange County
• Proficient in Microsoft Office- Excel, Outlook, Word, PowerPoint
• Galaxy Reservation System experience preferred

 What’s In It For You:

• Sales incentive program
• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• Optional supplemental insurance coverage
• 401K with up to 4% match after one year for full-time employees
• 14 Free general admission tickets per year
• 4 Bubblefest tickets plus admission
• 10% of on-site dining and shopping discount
• Employee discounts through ADP
• Accrued paid time off for full-time employees
• 10 paid company holidays

Discovery Cube provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type 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.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.