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

**Join arenaflex's Innovative Team and Shape the Future of Air Travel** At arenaflex, we're on a mission to connect people to what's important in their lives through friendly, reliable, and low-cost air travel. As a Manager State & Higher Education, you'll be part of our dynamic Business Department, where you'll play a crucial role in executing strategic direction for State, Local, and Higher Education (SLED) managed travel accounts. If you're passionate about leadership, sales, and professional development, this is an exciting opportunity to join our innovative and growing team. **About arenaflex** arenaflex is a leading airline that has been serving the United States for decades. Our purpose is to connect people to what's important in their lives, and we're committed to delivering on that promise through our friendly, reliable, and low-cost air travel services. With a strong focus on customer satisfaction, we're constantly looking for ways to improve our services and exceed our customers' expectations. **The Manager State & Higher Education Role** As a Manager State & Higher Education, you'll be responsible for coaching and professionally developing our Field Government Account Managers and designated portfolio management. Your primary goal will be to increase sales, establish formal partnerships, and broaden awareness of arenaflex's corporate travel programs and services to State, Local, and Higher Education managed travel accounts. You'll also be responsible for identifying candidates, hiring, onboarding, and training a sales organization of trusted advisors in the managed travel industry. **Key Responsibilities:** * Coach and professionally develop Field Government Account Managers and designated portfolio management * Increase sales and establish formal partnerships with State, Local, and Higher Education managed travel accounts * Broaden awareness of arenaflex's corporate travel programs and services * Identify candidates, hire, onboard, and train a sales organization of trusted advisors in the managed travel industry * Collaborate with the Southwest Business Department to achieve business objectives * Develop and implement strategies to drive sales growth and customer satisfaction * Analyze market trends and competitor activity to inform business decisions * Provide exceptional customer service and support to our customers and stakeholders **Essential Qualifications:** * Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Marketing, or a related field * 5+ years of experience in sales, account management, or a related field * Proven track record of success in sales and account management * Strong leadership and coaching skills * Excellent communication and interpersonal skills * Ability to work in a remote environment with minimal supervision * U.S. citizenship or current authorization to work in the U.S. **Preferred Qualifications:** * Master's degree in Business Administration, Marketing, or a related field * Experience in the travel industry or a related field * Strong analytical and problem-solving skills * Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with multiple priorities * Experience with sales force automation tools and software **Skills and Competencies:** * Strong leadership and coaching skills * Excellent communication and interpersonal skills * Ability to work in a remote environment with minimal supervision * Strong analytical and problem-solving skills * Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with multiple priorities * Experience with sales force automation tools and software * Strong business acumen and understanding of the travel industry **Career Growth Opportunities and Learning Benefits:** * arenaflex offers a comprehensive training program to help you develop your skills and knowledge * Opportunities for career advancement and professional growth * Collaborative and dynamic work environment * Flexible work arrangements, including remote work options * Competitive compensation and benefits package * Recognition and rewards for outstanding performance **Work Environment and Company Culture:** * arenaflex is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment * We value collaboration, innovation, and customer satisfaction * Our company culture is built on a foundation of trust, respect, and open communication * We offer a range of benefits and perks to support your well-being and work-life balance **Compensation, Perks, and Benefits:** * Competitive salary and bonus structure * Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance * 401(k) retirement plan with company match * Flexible work arrangements, including remote work options * Recognition and rewards for outstanding performance * Access to exclusive travel discounts and perks **How to Apply:** If you're passionate about leadership, sales, and professional development, and you're looking for a challenging and rewarding opportunity, we encourage you to apply for this role. Please submit your resume and a cover letter outlining your qualifications and experience. We can't wait to hear from you! **Note:** * This role is offered as a remote workplace position, which may require travel for training, meetings, conferences, etc. * Outside of those required visits, the majority of your working time may be spent in a remote location, away from our Corporate Campus. * Please note that there are limited states or localities ineligible for Employees to regularly perform their work. Those ineligible locations are: Alaska, California, Colorado, Delaware, Illinois, Iowa, Maryland, Massachusetts, Montana, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, North Dakota, Oregon, Pennsylvania, South Dakota, Vermont, West Virginia, Washington, and Wyoming. * U.S. citizenship or current authorization to work in the U.S. is required, and no current or future work authorization sponsorship is available. Apply for this job