New Business Sales Representative - Work from Home

Scholastic; Auburn (WA); Remote; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational services company is seeking a motivated sales professional to expand the reach of Scholastic Book Fairs. This role involves building relationships with schools, managing outreach efforts, and collaborating with the sales team to enhance lead generation. The ideal candidate will have a background in sales, strong communication skills, and a passion for promoting literacy in education. Benefits include medical coverage, paid time off, and a generous discount on merchandise.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Paid Time Off

50% discount on Scholastic merchandise

Potential for summers off

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years of successful sales experience in retail or district/territory sales.
• Proficiency with MS Office and experience with Sales Automation or CRM software.

Responsibilities

• Prospect and build relationships with schools to expand Scholastic Book Fairs.
• Initiate outbound calls and emails to school decision-makers.
• Collaborate with the sales team to improve lead generation efficiency.

Skills

Communication

Relationship Building

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration

Bachelor’s degree in Management

Bachelor’s degree in Marketing

Tools

MS Office

CRM Software

Job description

Employer Industry: Educational Services

Why consider this job opportunity:
- Opportunity to earn seasonal and annual incentives in addition to the base salary
- Medical, dental, and vision benefits
- Paid Time Off program that includes vacation, personal, and sick time
- Generous 50% discount on Scholastic merchandise
- Potential for summers off
- Chance to make a positive impact on literacy and education in schools

What to Expect (Job Responsibilities):
- Prospect and build relationships with schools to expand the reach of Scholastic Book Fairs
- Initiate outbound calls, emails, and social media outreach to school decision-makers
- Qualify prospects by understanding their needs and set appointments for Account Managers
- Maintain accurate records of interactions in the CRM system and track progress toward goals
- Collaborate with the sales team to improve lead generation efficiency and align outreach strategies

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 proven successful sales experience in retail or district/territory sales
- Proficiency with MS Office software and experience with Sales Automation or Customer Relationship Management software
- Strong oral and written communication skills, including presentation skills
- Outstanding interpersonal and relationship-building skills with peers, superiors, and customers

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

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