New Business Sales Representative - Work from Home

Scholastic; Buffalo (NY); Remote; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational services company is seeking a Sales Representative to promote literacy and support school communities. The role involves building relationships with educators, managing sales goals, and collaborating with the sales team. This position offers opportunities for career advancement, a comprehensive benefits package, and flexibility to work from home.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Generous Paid Time Off

50% discount on merchandise

Potential for incentives

Flexibility to work from home

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 relationships with educators and administrators.

Skills

Communication

Relationship Building

Sales

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration

Tools

MS Office

CRM

Job description

Employer Industry: Educational Services

Why consider this job opportunity:
- Opportunity for career advancement and growth within the organization
- 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
- Potential for seasonal and annual incentives through the Sales Compensation program
- Flexibility to work from home

What to Expect (Job Responsibilities):
- Research and identify potential school and district partners through outbound calls, emails, and social media outreach
- Qualify prospects by understanding their needs and setting up appointments for Account Managers
- Build relationships with educators and administrators to promote literacy and support school communities
- Maintain accurate records of interactions and track progress toward sales goals in the CRM system
- Collaborate with the sales team to align strategies and enhance 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 CRM or sales automation tools
- Strong oral and written communication skills, including presentation abilities
- Outstanding interpersonal skills and ability to build relationships with diverse stakeholders

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

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