New Business Sales Representative - Work from Home

Scholastic; Aiea (HI); Remote; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational publishing company seeks a motivated sales professional to foster relationships with schools and promote literacy initiatives. This role offers competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for career advancement in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Paid Time Off

Generous employee discount

Opportunities for seasonal and annual incentives

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years of successful sales experience.
• Proficient with Sales Automation or CRM tools.

Responsibilities

• Prospect and identify potential school and district partners.
• Manage a sales pipeline and track progress toward goals.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration

Tools

MS Office

CRM

Job description

Employer Industry: Educational Publishing and Events

Why consider this job opportunity:
- Competitive salary with opportunities for seasonal and annual incentives
- Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Paid Time Off program that includes vacation, personal, and sick time
- Generous employee discount of 50% on Scholastic merchandise
- Opportunity for career advancement and the possibility of summers off
- Supportive work environment dedicated to promoting literacy and lifelong learning

What to Expect (Job Responsibilities):
- Prospect and identify potential school and district partners through outbound calls, emails, and social media outreach
- Qualify leads by understanding their needs and set up appointments for Account Managers
- Build and maintain relationships with educators and administrators to promote Scholastic Reading Events
- Manage a sales pipeline by keeping accurate records in the CRM system and tracking progress toward goals
- Collaborate with the sales team to improve lead generation strategies and stay informed on industry trends

What is Required (Qualifications):
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent relevant experience in Business Administration, Management, Marketing, or a related field
- Minimum of three (3) years of successful sales experience in retail or district/territory sales, event management, or customer service
- Proficient with MS Office software and experience with Sales Automation or Customer Relationship Management tools
- Strong oral and written communication skills, including presentation abilities
- Outstanding interpersonal skills and the ability to build relationships with diverse stakeholders

How to Stand Out (Preferred Qualifications):
- Familiarity with children’s literature, Book Fairs, and school activities
- Proven leadership ability and qualities demonstrated in previous roles
- Experience in marketing and merchandising strategy and execution
- Ability to manage multiple priorities effectively and achieve results

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