Higher-Ed Acquisitions Sales Rep

Kendall Hunt Publishing Company; Dubuque (IA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Base Salary + Bonus

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Company-paid life insurance

Short-term and long-term disability

401(k) match and profit sharing

PTO 15 days at hire and holidays

Scholarship and tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Kendall Hunt Publishing Company in Dubuque, IA, is hiring an Acquisitions Sales Representative to build relationships with college professors and identify opportunities for author candidates. The role requires travel to campuses, strong communication, and sales skills, with a focus on partnering with educators to develop engaging materials.

The position is in-office with travel approximately seven weeks per semester.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Willingness to travel and interview faculty.
• In-office role located in Dubuque, IA.
• Valid driver's license required.

Responsibilities

• Interview professors and identify business opportunities.
• Travel to colleges and universities in territory.
• Persuade author candidates to work with Kendall Hunt.
• Build lasting partnerships with faculty.
• Develop interactive and engaging materials.

Skills

Relationship building

Sales skills

Communication

Travel readiness

Interviewing

Territory management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Kendall Hunt Publishing Company in Dubuque, IA, is hiring an Acquisitions Sales Representative to build relationships with college professors and identify opportunities for author candidates. The role requires travel to campuses, strong communication, and sales skills, with a focus on partnering with educators to develop engaging materials.

The position is in-office with travel approximately seven weeks per semester.