Regional Education Manager

Steelcase is hiring a Regional Education Manager to drive Education business and be a learning environment expert within the Houston market! You’ll be accountable for developing business that leads to key wins in both the Higher Education and K-12 segments.

What You Will Be Doing

You will stay abreast on education trends and identify opportunities to apply our research and insights to help customers solve problems and overcome obstacles. You will develop deep business relationships with dealer, education customers and key influencers to secure product specifications and close profitable sales. You will be based in the greater Houston area covering an assigned larger geographic region. A critical component of this role is managing through distribution and longer, complex selling cycles. You will act as designated design, technical or learning product expert as needed, and act as a coach/mentor for other team members and dealer sales professionals to ensure market/account plans are executed and business is secured.

Who you are

You have an evident passion for the evolution of learning and demonstrate: Desire and track record of solving complex business problems Broad understanding of the education sector and navigating decision makers within education systems Current knowledge of the processes and key issues common to all businesses with emphasis on learning facilities and spaces Expert interpersonal skills and proven ability to develop and cultivate strong relationships. Self-motivated, self-directed and willing to accept responsibility for results Sets high goals and standards for self and others in the organization Self-starter; committed to excellence: accuracy in work and attention to detail Strong team leadership skills; necessary for coordination of large projects using a multi-disciplined team approach Outstanding organizational and time management skills Demonstrates Steelcase, Inc. three key behaviors: “Be Smart, Be Disciplined and Be Explicit.”

Required Education/Experience

The ideal candidate will have a consultative sales or design background in Education and/or Interiors and a Bachelor’s degree. In lieu of industry specific experience, will consider candidates who have a background in value-based or solution-based selling and demonstrate the necessary skills to achieve success.

Who We Are: Steelcase is a global design and thought leader in the world of work. Along with our expansive community of brands, we design and manufacture innovative furnishings and solutions to help people do their best work in the many places where work happens. Why People Choose to Work with Us: At Steelcase, we put people at the center of everything we do. We understand the role of work and believe that it can bring meaning and purpose to the lives of our customers and our employees. We prioritize supporting our employees both in and out of work, in all aspects of their lives. When we bring our talents together, we make a positive lasting impact through our work and communities. What Matters to Us: More than qualifications, we’re looking for talent and potential. We are proud to have a diverse and inclusive workforce, and we're always looking to improve our global community. We value applicants who are comfortable interacting with people different from themselves, building mutual respect and positive relationships. We invite people from all backgrounds and genders to apply. If we can make the application process easier through accommodation, please email us at myhr@steelcase.com. Steelcase provides employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants without regard to race, color, creed, genetic information, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, disability, or veteran status and bases all employment decisions only on valid job requirements. We are proud to be recognized for our inclusive workforce by the Corporate Equality Index for the past nine years. Steelcase is a MVAA- Silver Level Veteran-Friendly Employer. Steelcase recognizes the amazing experiences and skills that Veteran's possess. We encourage all Veterans and Veteran Spouses to apply. Please see our Working at Steelcase Document for more detailed benefits and compensation information. If you’re interested in Steelcase, but this isn’t the right time or role, join our Talent Community to be updated on future openings in your area(s) of expertise.