New Business Sales Representative - Work from Home

Scholastic; Bloomingdale (IL); Remote; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in educational publishing is seeking a motivated sales professional to drive partnerships with schools and districts. This role involves outreach, relationship management, and collaboration with the sales team to enhance lead generation. The ideal candidate will have a strong sales background and excellent communication skills, along with a passion for promoting reading and lifelong learning.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Paid Time Off

50% discount on merchandise

Potential for summers off

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years of proven successful sales experience.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Research and identify potential school and district partners.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with educators.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Sales Experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration

Tools

MS Office

CRM Systems

Job description

Employer Industry: Educational Publishing and Events

Why consider this job opportunity:
- Opportunity to earn seasonal and annual incentives through a Sales Compensation program
- Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Paid Time Off program that includes vacation, personal, and sick time
- Generous 50% discount on Scholastic merchandise
- Potential for summers off, promoting work-life balance
- Supportive and collaborative work environment focused on encouraging reading and lifelong learning

What to Expect (Job Responsibilities):
- Research and identify potential school and district partners, initiating outreach through calls, emails, and social media
- Qualify leads by understanding their needs and setting appointments for Account Managers
- Build and maintain strong relationships with educators and administrators to promote Scholastic Book Fairs
- Track and manage sales activity and progress towards monthly and quarterly goals in the CRM system
- Collaborate with the sales team to refine outreach strategies and enhance 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, event management, personal selling, and customer service
- Proficiency with MS Office software and experience with Sales Automation and Customer Relationship Management systems
- Strong oral and written communication skills, including presentation abilities
- Outstanding interpersonal and relationship-building skills with customers and colleagues

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

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