**Experienced Manager State & Higher Education - Remote Work Opportunity at arenaflex**

**Join arenaflex's Innovative Team and Shape the Future of Business Travel** Are you a seasoned leader with a passion for driving business growth and developing high-performing teams? Do you have a knack for building strong relationships and identifying opportunities in the managed travel industry? If so, we invite you to join arenaflex's dynamic team as a Manager State & Higher Education. In this exciting role, you'll play a critical part in shaping the future of business travel and helping arenaflex become the preferred airline for corporate travel. **About arenaflex** arenaflex is a leading airline that connects people to what's important in their lives through friendly, reliable, and low-cost air travel. Our Purpose is at the heart of everything we do, and we're committed to delivering exceptional experiences for our customers, employees, and partners. With a strong focus on innovation, customer satisfaction, and employee development, arenaflex is an exciting place to work and grow. **The Manager State & Higher Education Role** As a Manager State & Higher Education at arenaflex, you'll join our Business Department and play a key role in executing strategic direction for State, Local, and Higher Education (SLED) managed travel accounts. Your primary responsibilities will include: * Coaching and professionally developing Field Government Account Managers and designated portfolio management * Increasing sales and establishing formal partnerships with State, Local, and Higher Education managed travel accounts * Broadening awareness of arenaflex's corporate travel programs and services to SLED managed travel accounts * Identifying candidates, hiring, onboarding, and training a sales organization of trusted Advisors in the managed travel industry **Key Responsibilities:** * Develop and execute strategic plans to drive business growth and increase sales in SLED managed travel accounts * Build and maintain strong relationships with Field Government Account Managers, portfolio management, and other stakeholders * Identify opportunities for partnership and collaboration with State, Local, and Higher Education institutions * Develop and deliver training programs to ensure sales teams are equipped to meet the needs of SLED managed travel accounts * Analyze sales data and market trends to inform business decisions and drive growth **Essential Qualifications:** * 5+ years of experience in sales, account management, or a related field * Proven track record of driving business growth and increasing sales * Strong leadership and coaching skills, with experience in developing high-performing teams * Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build strong relationships with stakeholders * Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to analyze sales data and market trends **Preferred Qualifications:** * Experience in the managed travel industry, with a strong understanding of SLED managed travel accounts * Knowledge of arenaflex's products and services, with a passion for delivering exceptional customer experiences * Experience in developing and executing strategic plans, with a focus on driving business growth and increasing sales * Strong technical skills, with experience in CRM systems, sales analytics, and other relevant tools **Skills and Competencies:** * Strong leadership and coaching skills, with the ability to develop high-performing teams * Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build strong relationships with stakeholders * Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to analyze sales data and market trends * Strong business acumen, with a focus on driving business growth and increasing sales * Strong technical skills, with experience in CRM systems, sales analytics, and other relevant tools **Career Growth Opportunities and Learning Benefits:** * arenaflex is committed to employee development and growth, with opportunities for training, mentorship, and career advancement * Our dynamic and innovative work environment provides a unique opportunity to learn and grow with a leading airline * arenaflex offers a range of benefits, including competitive salary, comprehensive health insurance, and retirement savings plans **Work Environment and Company Culture:** * arenaflex is a remote workplace company, with a flexible work environment that allows employees to work from home or in our offices * Our company culture is built on a strong foundation of innovation, customer satisfaction, and employee development * arenaflex is an equal opportunity employer, committed to reflecting the communities we serve and welcoming applicants with diverse thoughts, backgrounds, and experiences **Compensation, Perks, and Benefits:** * Competitive salary and bonus structure * Comprehensive health insurance, including medical, dental, and vision coverage * Retirement savings plans, including 401(k) and matching contributions * Flexible work environment, with opportunities to work from home or in our offices * Professional development opportunities, including training, mentorship, and career advancement **How to Apply:** If you're a motivated and experienced leader with a passion for driving business growth and developing high-performing teams, we invite you to apply for the Manager State & Higher Education role at arenaflex. Please submit your application, including your resume and a cover letter, through our online application portal. Apply for this job