Performance Program Manager - Inside Sales

2026-52966

About PowerSchool

At PowerSchool, we power education for students around the world. As the global leader in cloud-based K-12 software, we support the full education ecosystem-from the central office to the classroom to the home. Joining PowerSchool means being part of a mission-driven team that is transforming K-12 education by helping schools operate more effectively and deliver better outcomes for educators, students, and families.

Role Overview

As a Performance Program Manager aligned to the Inside Sales Team, you will be a strategic partner to sales leadership; responsible for improving sales productivity and performance through targeted enablement programs. Your day-to-day will focus on equipping the sales team with the tools, solution knowledge, training and insights they need to succeed in their specific segment.

Key Responsibilities:

Inside Sales Enablement Execution

• Own Inside Sales-specific enablement rhythms and continous training programs tailored to and reinforce how Inside AEs qualify, progress, renew, and expand deals.

• Translate GTM priorities into clear, rolebased execution standards for Inside Sales.

RoleBased Selling Standards

• Operationalize MEDDPICC, buyer journey, and renewal motions through practical tools and standards - not content volume.

• Drive consistent adoption of selling standards across the Inside Sales organization, including sales tools and ensure they are embedded into daily workflows.

ManagerLed Reinforcement

• Equip Inside Sales leaders with observable standards, coaching hooks, and inspection guidance tied to live opportunities.

• Embed enablement into existing leadership cadences such as pipeline reviews, forecast calls, and QBRs.

Pipeline, Renewal & Expansion Discipline

• Monitor and analyze sales performance data and KPIs to identify gaps and provide actionable insights.
• Leverage enablement services to drive pipeline creation momemtum, quality and in quarter conversion through stronger discovery, qualification, and deal progression.

Embedded Partnership & Continuous Improvement

• Act as the daytoday enablement partner to Inside Sales leadership, offering insights and recommendations to improve team productivity, and ensure alignment on enablement initiatives and promote adoption.

• Establish tight feedback loops with Sales, Revenue Operations, and crossfunctional partners to refine enablement based on what is working in live deals.

• Continuously simplify and improve enablement approaches to reduce friction and increase signal.

How Success Is Measured

• Faster timetoproductivity for new and transitioning Inside AEs

• Improved forecast confidence for Inside Sales

• Consistent managerled adoption of selling standards

• 5+ years of experience in Sales Enablement, Sales, Learning & Development, or Program Management.
• Proven success supporting or working within a specific sales segment (e.g., SMB, Mid-Market, Enterprise).
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
• Strong understanding of sales methodologies (e.g., MEDDICC, Challenger, SPIN).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to create compelling training materials and deliver to diverse audiences.
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail and multitasking abilities.
• Analytical mindset with the ability to interpret data and drive improvements.
• Proficiency with CRM and enablement platforms (e.g., Salesforce, Highspot, Seismic, Gong).

• Experience in SaaS, technology, or educational organizations.
• Background in a quota-carrying sales role.
• Familiarity with instructional design or adult learning principles.
• Experience with change management and driving behavioral adoption.
• Experience with revenue intelligence and sales analytics tools.

PowerSchool offers the following benefits:

• Comprehensive Insurance Coverage (including Medical, Dental, Vision, Pharmacy benefits, Life Insurance and AD&D)
• Flexible Spending Accounts and Health Savings Accounts
• Short-Term Disability and Long-Term Disability
• Comprehensive 401(k) plan
• Generous Parental Leave
• Unrestricted paid time off (known as Discretionary Time Off - DTO)
• Wellness Program, including ClassPass & Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Optional Benefits: Pet Insurance, Identity Theft Protection, Student Debt Repayment Program and Prepaid Legal coverage

A reasonable estimate of the base compensation range for this position is $91,800 - $114,800 USD. This compensation range is specific to the United States and it incorporates many factors including but not limited to an applicant's skills and prior relevant experience and training; licensures, degrees, and certifications; internal equity; internal pay ranges; and market data/range parameters.

PowerSchool is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. PowerSchool is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status. Our inclusive culture empowers PowerSchoolers to deliver the best results for our customers. We not only celebrate the diversity of our workforce, we celebrate the diverse ways we work. If you have a disability and need an accommodation regarding our recruiting process, please let us know by emailing accomodations@powerschool.com.

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