New Business Sales Representative - Work from Home

Scholastic; Baytown (TX); Remote; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational publishing company is seeking a Sales Representative to expand the reach of Scholastic Book Fairs. This role involves building relationships with schools, achieving sales goals, and collaborating with the sales team. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree and a strong sales background, with opportunities for career advancement and a generous benefits package.

Benefits

Generous benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage

Paid Time Off program

50% discount on Scholastic merchandise

Opportunity to earn seasonal and annual incentives

Potential for summers off

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Prospect and build relationships with schools.
• Maintain records of interactions and sales goals.
• Collaborate with the sales team to improve lead generation.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Sales experience

Education

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

Tools

MS Office

CRM systems

Job description

Employer Industry: Educational Publishing and Event Management

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

What to Expect (Job Responsibilities):
- Prospect and build relationships with schools to expand the reach of Scholastic Book Fairs
- Qualify leads by understanding the needs and interests of potential school partners
- Maintain accurate records of interactions and progress toward sales goals in the CRM system
- Collaborate with the sales team to align outreach strategies and improve lead generation efficiency
- Achieve goals by booking events and identifying alternative opportunities for increased sales

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/territory sales
- Proficiency with MS Office software and experience with Sales Automation or CRM systems
- Strong oral and written communication skills, including presentation abilities
- Outstanding interpersonal and relationship-building skills with customers and team members

How to Stand Out (Preferred Qualifications):
- Familiarization with children’s literature, Book Fairs, and school activities
- Experience in event management and personal selling
- Proven leadership abilities and qualities demonstrated in previous roles

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