New Business Sales Representative - Work from Home

Scholastic; Augusta (GA); Remote; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational publishing company seeks a motivated sales professional to foster partnerships with schools and districts. The role involves researching potential partners, qualifying leads, and collaborating with the sales team to enhance outreach strategies. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's degree and at least three years of sales experience, along with strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Benefits

Competitive salary with seasonal and annual incentives

Comprehensive benefits package

Generous Paid Time Off program

50% discount on Scholastic merchandise

Potential summers off

Qualifications

• Minimum of three (3) years of proven successful sales experience.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Outstanding interpersonal and relationship-building skills.

Responsibilities

• Research and identify potential school and district partners.
• Qualify leads and set up appointments for Account Managers.
• Collaborate with the sales team to improve lead generation efficiency.

Skills

Sales Experience

Communication Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Management, Marketing, or related field

Tools

MS Office

Sales Automation or CRM systems

Job description

Employer Industry: Educational Publishing and Events

Why consider this job opportunity:
- Competitive salary with the opportunity to earn seasonal and annual incentives
- Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Generous Paid Time Off program, including vacation, personal, and sick time
- 50% discount on Scholastic merchandise and potential summers off
- Chance to play a vital role in fostering a love for reading and supporting schools

What to Expect (Job Responsibilities):
- Research 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
- Establish rapport with educators and administrators to promote Scholastic Reading Events
- Maintain accurate records of interactions in the CRM system and track progress toward goals
- Collaborate with the sales team to align outreach strategies and improve lead generation efficiency

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 CRM systems
- Strong oral and written communication skills, including presentation skills
- Outstanding interpersonal and relationship-building skills with peers 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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