Customer Relationship Manager (Account Executive) - Midwest

Nelnet Business Services Job Opportunity

Nelnet Business Services (NBS), a division of Nelnet, Inc., provides payment technology, education services, and learning management solutions to education and faith-based organizations, serving more than 1,300 higher education institutions, 11,500 K-12 schools, 3,500 churches, and millions of individual students, families, and supporters across the globe. Our culture of service enables us to form long-lasting and trusted partnerships, while our focus on creativity and innovative solutions empowers our customer communities to thrive. As a Nelnet company, the perks at NBS go beyond our benefits package. You're part of a community, invested in you as an individual and united by our mission to create opportunities for people where they live, learn and work.

Responsible for a designated group of FACTS clients utilizing one or more of FACTS' products, AE, SIS, Tuition Management and Financial Needs Assessment. This position works collaboratively with other departments (e.g., RVP's, Account Managers) to create client strategy to leverage FACTS best practices and to deliver a level of customer satisfaction that exceeds expectations. By building strong collaborative relationships with clients, this position is able to also contribute through generating additional revenue opportunities and positive referrals to be used with prospective FACTS clients.

Key responsibilities include :

• Building a positive line of communication to maintain and enhance relationships with clients.
• Ownership of overall client satisfaction by proactively anticipating client needs and maintaining contact with clients to ensure FACTS is meeting their needs.
• Meeting face to face with each client at least two times per year at school location.
• Assisting in the coordination of sales and product revisions to existing clients.
• Working closely across FACTS Operations and Technical teams to resolve client related problems and issues.
• Advocating for client needs, such as new features, services and programs needed to enhance the level of services and solutions offered by FACTS.
• Actively participating in the evaluation of new product client requests.
• Working closely with technical support to understand the breadth and limitations of the client product solutions.
• Leveraging relationships to expand FACTS solutions utilized by exiting clients.
• Attending trade shows, conference and other events as needed to support client communication and engagement.
• Gathering competitive information to assist in continually evaluating market position.
• Facilitating timely communication with FACTS Sales and Account Managers regarding client related issues.
• Working collaboratively with RVP Team, Account Managers, and other departments to develop a strategic customer service plan and to resolve any customer issues.

Salary for this role is : $70,000. Please note that we are unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position. To be considered, candidates must already be authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future sponsorship. Candidates for this role must be located in the Midwest (NE, WY, ND, SD, MT, KS, MO, and IA) or open to relocation to these areas.

Education : Minimum of 4-year undergraduate degree (or equivalent), preferably in business and / or technology.

Experience : 3-5 years of sales and account management experience. Background in private or public education market is a plus.

Competencies Skills / Knowledge / Abilities :

Our benefits package includes medical, dental, vision, HSA and FSA, generous earned time off, 401K / student loan repayment, life insurance & AD&D insurance, employee assistance program, employee stock purchase program, tuition reimbursement, performance-based incentive pay, short- and long-term disability, and a robust wellness program.

Nelnet is committed to providing a welcoming and respectful workplace where all associates have the opportunity to succeed. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we ensure that all qualified applicants are considered for employment. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion / creed, national origin, gender, sex, marital status, age, disability, use of a guide dog or service animal, sexual orientation, military / veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law. We value the unique contributions of every team member and believe that a positive work environment benefits everyone. Qualified individuals with disabilities who require reasonable accommodations in order to apply or compete for positions at Nelnet may request such accommodations by contacting Corporate Recruiting at 402-486-5725 or corporaterecruiting@nelnet.net.