Skills Development Managers
Sales Manager - gener8tor Skills
at gener8tor Remote, US-Based
Sales Manager - gener8tor Skills
Location:
Remote, US-based
Salary:
$80-90K + Commission
About gener8tor
gener8tor fosters innovation ecosystems through its accelerator programs, venture capital funds, and skills-based workforce initiatives. With a strong track record of supporting high-growth companies, gener8tor has expanded across the U.S. and internationally, building partnerships with governments, corporations, universities and economic development organizations to drive entrepreneurship and economic impact. gener8tor operates accelerators across 45 cities, 25 states and 3 countries, working with more than 300 startups per year. To date, gener8tor has worked with more than 2,000 startups that have cumulatively gone on to raise more than $2.9B in financing and employ more than 14,000 people.
Position Summary
gener8tor is seeking a full-time Sales Manager for our Skills Accelerator product line to lead outbound sales initiatives, build strong partnerships, and generate new business opportunities. This role will focus on growing our Skills programs by cultivating relationships with corporations, workforce development agencies, and community partners.
The Sales Manager will report directly to the SVP of Business Development and will collaborate closely with the VP of Skills and overall team to ensure strong communication, alignment, and follow-through. This individual will be both externally focused on driving sales and internally engaged with cross-functional teammates to maintain visibility, accountability, and shared success.
Our ideal candidate has a background in sales and partnerships, thrives in building relationships, and is comfortable managing multiple projects and communications at once. They are a self-starter with an entrepreneurial spirit, strong organizational skills, and the ability to work closely with both internal team members and external stakeholders. We would also like it if this person had experience working with workforce development boards, although not required. Responsibilities
Sales & Partnerships
Design and implement strategic sales plans to reach revenue and partnership targets for Skills programs.
Build outbound campaigns and source lead generation opportunities in collaboration with the SVP of Business Development.
Manage the full sales cycle from prospecting and outreach to negotiation and closing deals.
Cultivate lasting relationships with partners to maximize retention and expand opportunities.
Draft detailed and accurate sales reports to track performance and share progress with leadership.
Assess competition, costs, and demand to identify sales tactics and growth opportunities.
Team Communication & Internal Collaboration
Maintain close communication with the Skills program team, including Program Managers and Career Coaches, to ensure alignment on partner needs and participant outcomes.
Participate in biweekly calls, team check-ins, and EOS meetings to provide updates and align on strategy.
Support program kickoffs, presentations, and partner-facing events when needed.
Share feedback from partners to inform continuous improvement of Skills programs.
Collaborate with Skills Operations and Placement teams to ensure smooth delivery for program participants and alumni.
Requirements
Bachelor's degree in a related field.
Experience with workforce development boards a plus.
Proven track record in sales, partnerships, or business development, ideally in workforce development, higher education, or related industries.
Strong interpersonal, relationship-building, and communication skills.
Ability to work in a fast-paced, highly independent environment while juggling multiple responsibilities.
Experience with CRM tools (preferably Salesforce or HubSpot).
Strong organizational and reporting skills.
Flexibility to travel 25% of the time.
Entrepreneurial spirit, collaborative approach, and "no job is beneath me" mentality.
At gener8tor we…
See genius in every community. We believe the company has a chance to accomplish a generational challenge in bridging genius with opportunity.
Never self-defeat and have a "play to win" mentality. We revolve everything we do around helping the entrepreneurs in our programs.
Are curious. We work hard to find hidden gems others overlook.
Believe no job is beneath us. We wipe down the tables and load up the U-Hauls with enthusiasm. Work as a team to get things done!
Strive for "that guy emailed me." Based on a story from our founders, we share a commitment to take a bottom-up approach to building strong, personal, 1-1 relationships. We believe that the best way to quality is through quantity. Our values are core to how we work. If they don't resonate with you, this role might not be the right fit.
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at gener8tor Remote, US-Based
Sales Manager - gener8tor Skills
Location:
Remote, US-based
Salary:
$80-90K + Commission
About gener8tor
gener8tor fosters innovation ecosystems through its accelerator programs, venture capital funds, and skills-based workforce initiatives. With a strong track record of supporting high-growth companies, gener8tor has expanded across the U.S. and internationally, building partnerships with governments, corporations, universities and economic development organizations to drive entrepreneurship and economic impact. gener8tor operates accelerators across 45 cities, 25 states and 3 countries, working with more than 300 startups per year. To date, gener8tor has worked with more than 2,000 startups that have cumulatively gone on to raise more than $2.9B in financing and employ more than 14,000 people.
Position Summary
gener8tor is seeking a full-time Sales Manager for our Skills Accelerator product line to lead outbound sales initiatives, build strong partnerships, and generate new business opportunities. This role will focus on growing our Skills programs by cultivating relationships with corporations, workforce development agencies, and community partners.
The Sales Manager will report directly to the SVP of Business Development and will collaborate closely with the VP of Skills and overall team to ensure strong communication, alignment, and follow-through. This individual will be both externally focused on driving sales and internally engaged with cross-functional teammates to maintain visibility, accountability, and shared success.
Our ideal candidate has a background in sales and partnerships, thrives in building relationships, and is comfortable managing multiple projects and communications at once. They are a self-starter with an entrepreneurial spirit, strong organizational skills, and the ability to work closely with both internal team members and external stakeholders. We would also like it if this person had experience working with workforce development boards, although not required. Responsibilities
Sales & Partnerships
Design and implement strategic sales plans to reach revenue and partnership targets for Skills programs.
Build outbound campaigns and source lead generation opportunities in collaboration with the SVP of Business Development.
Manage the full sales cycle from prospecting and outreach to negotiation and closing deals.
Cultivate lasting relationships with partners to maximize retention and expand opportunities.
Draft detailed and accurate sales reports to track performance and share progress with leadership.
Assess competition, costs, and demand to identify sales tactics and growth opportunities.
Team Communication & Internal Collaboration
Maintain close communication with the Skills program team, including Program Managers and Career Coaches, to ensure alignment on partner needs and participant outcomes.
Participate in biweekly calls, team check-ins, and EOS meetings to provide updates and align on strategy.
Support program kickoffs, presentations, and partner-facing events when needed.
Share feedback from partners to inform continuous improvement of Skills programs.
Collaborate with Skills Operations and Placement teams to ensure smooth delivery for program participants and alumni.
Requirements
Bachelor's degree in a related field.
Experience with workforce development boards a plus.
Proven track record in sales, partnerships, or business development, ideally in workforce development, higher education, or related industries.
Strong interpersonal, relationship-building, and communication skills.
Ability to work in a fast-paced, highly independent environment while juggling multiple responsibilities.
Experience with CRM tools (preferably Salesforce or HubSpot).
Strong organizational and reporting skills.
Flexibility to travel 25% of the time.
Entrepreneurial spirit, collaborative approach, and "no job is beneath me" mentality.
At gener8tor we…
See genius in every community. We believe the company has a chance to accomplish a generational challenge in bridging genius with opportunity.
Never self-defeat and have a "play to win" mentality. We revolve everything we do around helping the entrepreneurs in our programs.
Are curious. We work hard to find hidden gems others overlook.
Believe no job is beneath us. We wipe down the tables and load up the U-Hauls with enthusiasm. Work as a team to get things done!
Strive for "that guy emailed me." Based on a story from our founders, we share a commitment to take a bottom-up approach to building strong, personal, 1-1 relationships. We believe that the best way to quality is through quantity. Our values are core to how we work. If they don't resonate with you, this role might not be the right fit.
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