New Business Sales Representative - Work from Home

Scholastic; BLOOMINGTON (MN); Remote; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the education and publishing sector seeks a motivated sales professional to engage with schools and promote literacy initiatives. This role offers a comprehensive benefits package, including incentives and a generous discount on merchandise. Ideal candidates will have a strong sales background and excellent communication skills, contributing to meaningful work that inspires children.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Paid Time Off

50% discount on Scholastic merchandise

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.
• Qualify leads and set up appointments for Account Managers.
• Collaborate with the sales team to enhance outreach strategies.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration

Tools

MS Office

CRM tools

Job description

Employer Industry: Education and Publishing

Why consider this job opportunity:
- Opportunity to earn seasonal and annual incentives in addition to the base salary
- 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
- Engage in meaningful work that inspires children towards literacy and lifelong learning

What to Expect (Job Responsibilities):
- Research and identify potential school and district partners through prospecting efforts
- Qualify leads by understanding the needs of schools and set up appointments for Account Managers
- Build rapport with educators and administrators to promote Scholastic Reading Events
- Maintain accurate records of interactions and track progress towards sales goals in the CRM system
- Collaborate with the sales team to enhance outreach strategies and improve lead generation efficiency

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 Customer Relationship Management tools
- Strong oral and written communication skills, including presentation skills
- Outstanding interpersonal skills with the ability to build relationships across various functions

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
- Experience in event management and personal selling
- Creative and innovative mindset contributing to product and service enhancements

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