New Business Sales Representative - Work from Home

Scholastic; Asheville (NC); Remote; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational services company is seeking a Sales Representative to drive partnerships with schools and districts. This role involves outreach, relationship building, and collaboration with the sales team to promote literacy initiatives. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's degree and a strong background in sales, with opportunities for career advancement and generous employee benefits.

Benefits

Generous employee benefits

Paid Time Off program

50% discount on Scholastic merchandise

Sales Compensation program

Possibility of summers off

Qualifications

• Minimum of three (3) years of proven successful sales experience.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Proficiency with MS Office and CRM software.

Responsibilities

• Prospect and identify potential school and district partners.
• Build relationships with educators and administrators.
• Maintain accurate records of interactions and track sales goals.

Skills

Sales Experience

Communication Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Tools

MS Office

CRM Software

Job description

Employer Industry: Educational Services

Why consider this job opportunity:
- Opportunity for career advancement and growth within the organization
- Generous employee benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Paid Time Off program that includes vacation, personal, and sick time
- 50% discount on Scholastic merchandise
- Sales Compensation program with potential seasonal and annual incentives
- Possibility of summers off

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 the needs and interests of schools in hosting Book Fairs
- Build relationships with educators and administrators to promote literacy and school support
- Maintain accurate records of interactions and track progress toward sales goals in the CRM system
- Collaborate with the sales team to enhance lead generation strategies and share industry insights

What is Required (Qualifications):
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent relevant experience in Business Administration, Management, Marketing, or related field
- Minimum of three (3) years of proven successful sales experience in retail or district sales, event management, and customer service
- Proficiency with MS Office software and experience with Sales Automation or CRM software
- Strong oral and written communication skills, including presentation skills
- Outstanding interpersonal skills with the ability to build relationships with customers and team members

How to Stand Out (Preferred Qualifications):
- Familiarity with children’s literature, Book Fairs, and school activities
- Experience in marketing and merchandising strategy and execution
- Demonstrated leadership ability in previous roles

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