[Hiring] Sr. Higher Education Strategist @SHI International Corp.

Role Description

The Sr. Education Strategist will play a pivotal role in supporting SHI’s mission to expand its presence and impact within the K-12 and higher education sectors.

• Collaborate with the Director of Education Strategy to design and implement business plans and strategic initiatives for K-12 and higher education markets.
• Conduct research and gather data on trends, challenges, and opportunities within the education sector to inform strategic decision-making.
• Support sales teams by providing education market insights, developing engagement strategies, and participating in customer meetings and presentations.
• Represent SHI at conferences, seminars, and industry events, serving as a speaker and brand ambassador to promote SHI’s education solutions.
• Build and maintain relationships with educational institutions, procurement officials, and other key stakeholders.
• Assist with the development of criteria and processes for team engagement in support of sales initiatives and strategic objectives.
• Monitor and report on the effectiveness of education strategies, providing actionable insights and recommendations to the Director.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and industry standards in all education-related activities.
• Champion innovation and continuous improvement in educational strategy and operational practices.
• Mentor junior team members, fostering a culture of collaboration, excellence, and professional development.

Qualifications

• Completed Bachelor's Degree in Education, Business, or a related field, or equivalent relevant experience. Master’s Degree in Education, Business or Leadership preferred.
• Minimum 5+ years of experience working in an academic, research, or education technology setting, preferably in a strategic or consulting capacity.
• 2+ years of experience in a project management or team leadership role.

Requirements

• The ability to effectively utilize applications like Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook to enhance productivity and perform various tasks efficiently - Intermediate.
• Ability to effectively communicate and collaborate with C-suite executives, ensuring alignment of strategic initiatives and organizational objectives - Intermediate.
• Ability to oversee and direct projects to completion, ensuring goals are met, resources are utilized efficiently, and stakeholders are satisfied - Intermediate.
• The skill to effectively learn and apply cost modeling tools, licensing workbooks, and ROI calculations for financial analysis and decision-making - Intermediate.
• Ability to travel to SHI, Partner, and Customer events as required (up to 40%).
• Technical experience or familiarity with education and information technology preferred.
• Deep understanding of Higher Education institutions, including but not limited to procurement practices, fiscal management, education and information technology systems, and operational needs.
• Experience in education leadership, research, data analysis, and developing and executing strategic plans and projects to completion.

Benefits

• The estimated annual pay range for this position is $120,000 - $170,000 which includes a base salary.
• The compensation for this position is dependent on job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and market location and, therefore, will vary from individual to individual.
• Benefits may include, but are not limited to, medical, vision, dental, 401K, and flexible spending.