School-Link Technologies (SL-Tech) was founded more than 25 years ago as a provider of foodservice business solutions to K-12 school districts. The vision then, as it is now, was to create a unique company dedicated to helping public schools qualitatively improve their foodservice operations. Since our first installations in 1983 and incorporation as SNAP Systems in 1985, we have continued a proud tradition of firsts – having pioneered many major advances within our industry. Many concepts we pioneered, from “fast food style” terminals to integrated back of the house systems, to SIF, to electronic online payments, to reimbursable vending programs, have since become industry standards. All of these efforts represent steady progress towards a vision of what school foodservice can be.
With offices in Santa Monica, CA, and Tempe, AZ, SL-Tech is dedicated to the business of K-12 school foodservice management and accountability. Employees at School-Link Technologies share a commitment to the company’s vision and work together in a dynamic and rewarding environment. School-Link Technologies is an Equal Opportunity Employer offering challenging opportunities for growth, a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and 401k benefits. Apply at Employment@SL-Tech.net. Include a resume and salary requirements. No phone calls accepted.
Office Locations
Tempe Office:
1620 W Fountainhead Pkwy, Suite 501
Tempe, AZ 85282
Santa Monica Office:
1437 6th Street
Santa Monica, CA 90401
Open Positions
Software Engineer - Tempe, AZ
Position Summary
Under the general direction of the Software Development Manager; the position is responsible for developing software, writing code, reviewing code; writing test cases, and engaging in software development process.
Knowledge and Skill Requirements
- Two year degree in a related discipline or any combination of experience, education and/or training that would provide the required skills, knowledge and abilities or Equivalent industry experience.
- Required: At least two years of experience; Expert knowledge of- C#, .NET Framework 3.5, Frameworks and API, Microsoft SQL Server 2005 & 2008
- Preferred: Microsoft Certification; Web Application Development: HTML, CSS, ASP.NET, ADO.NET, IIS
- Helpful: Agile Software Development using Scrum, Reporting Services, Crystal Reports, InstallShield;
Position Responsibilities
The position requires the ability to consistently develop and deliver projects to agreed upon time lines, budgets and quality expectations. Some responsibilities include:
- Develops software: specifically writes code, test cases for new and existing software products.
- Participates in code reviews, software design and development process.
- Gathers and analyzes information skillfully and provides alternate solutions
- Provides input to project plans by supplying realistic design and coding time estimates
- Communicates changes and progress
- Provides escalated technical support as required
- Balance team and individual responsibilities and contribute to building a positive team spirit
- Apply knowledge of computer hardware, software, and programming skills towards the development and completion of custom software applications
- Must have excellent oral and written communication skills
Candidates will be required to submit examples of code and/or work an assigned problem as part of the overall evaluation.
Regional Account Executive
Position Summary
Based in the Los Angeles area and under the general direction of the National Sales Director, the Regional Account Executive is responsible for the development of new customer relationships and for expanding relationships with existing customers. The Regional Account Executive is assigned quota targets based on a mix of sales revenue, gross margin and product mix.
Knowledge and Skill Requirements
- Four year degree in business or equivalent work, education and/or training that would provide the required skills, knowledge and abilities or equivalent industry experience
- At least five years of sales experience at the enterprise level for technology products
- Ability to document successful attainment of sales targets with previous employers
- Background in education technology sales is highly desirable
- Knowledge of food service operations/school business operations is highly desirable
- Self starter; highly organized with effective time management skills and the ability to work efficiently with minimal supervision
- Strong negotiation, networking, communication and persuasion skills in one on one, small group and large group presentation settings.
- Strong writing skills and the ability to write effective proposals
- Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, Power Point) and experience with CRM software (Sales Force preferred)
Position Responsibilities
- Responsibility for managing a portfolio of customers and selling SL-Tech and inTEAM products and services into those accounts.
- Aggressively prospects in assigned territory to sell SL-Tech and inTEAM consulting services and business solutions
- Creates annual territory plan for review by SL-Tech management, to outline the strategy for meeting assigned sales targets through building a pipeline of qualified leads and moving those leads successfully through the sales process
- Works collaboratively with the marketing department to outline territory-specific lead generation activities and to ensure those activities are well-executed
- Utilizes consultative selling skills to interface with customer and prospect accounts within District Administration, Food Service, and Information Technology, to fully understand each account’s overall objectives and requirements
- Documents each step of the sale process with the appropriate tools, such as account strategy plans, territory plans, customer follow-up correspondence, etc., as appropriate
- Manages 3rd party / partnership relationships in assigned territory, as appropriate
- Proactively contacts customer accounts on a regular basis (defined as once per year in person; “virtual” visit each quarter) to maintain account relationships, advise of new products and service offerings, and to obtain feedback on products
- Prepares and conducts both on-site and virtual presentations and demonstrations
- Works with Director of National Sales when additional company resources are needed during pre-sales cycle
- Participates in trade shows and conferences as requested
- Works with the Technical Service department (Account Specialist or on-site Project Manager) as needed to review Project Plans for active implementations
- Assists in drafting responses to RFP requests for assigned accounts
- Shares competitive information with SL-Tech employees through use of CRM
- Provides customer/prospect feedback to Director of National Sales for future product enhancements
- Effectively utilizes CRM (Sales Force) for data entry and reviewing cross-departmental activity, pipeline forecasting, and scheduling
The position may be home based if located near a major airport. Overnight travel may be required up to 50% of the time and the position requires a valid driver’s license and the ability to personally rent a vehicle. Home based employees are required to have the appropriate equipment and set-up to accommodate work from home. Background check required.
School Link Technologies is an Equal Opportunity Employer offering challenging opportunities for growth, a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and 401k benefits. Apply at via e-mail to Employment@SL-Tech.net. Include a resume and salary requirements. Please visit our Web site at www.SL-Tech.net for additional information about the company. No phone calls accepted.