New Business Sales Representative - Work from Home

Scholastic; Butler (MO); Remote; USD 54,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational publisher is looking for a Sales Representative to foster relationships with schools and districts. This role requires a Bachelor’s degree and minimum three years of sales experience. You will research potential partners, qualify prospects, and collaborate with the sales team to improve efficiencies. Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits are offered including paid time off and employee discounts.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and vision

401k with company match

Generous Paid Time Off program

Employee discount of 50% on merchandise

Opportunity for annual incentives

Qualifications

• Minimum of three (3) years of successful sales experience in relevant fields.
• Strong oral and written communication skills, including presentation skills.
• Demonstrated leadership ability in previous roles.

Responsibilities

• Research and identify potential school and district partners.
• Qualify prospects and set up appointments for Account Managers.
• Build relationships emphasizing the value of Scholastic Reading Events.

Skills

Sales experience

Communication skills

Relationship-building skills

MS Office proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or related field

Tools

CRM software

Sales Automation tools

Job description

Overview

Employer Industry: Educational Publishing

Why consider this job opportunity

• Salary up to $54,000 per year
• Opportunity for annual incentives through a Sales Compensation program with no maximum earnings cap
• Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, and 401k with company match
• Generous Paid Time Off program encompassing vacation, personal, and sick time
• Employee discount of 50% on Scholastic merchandise
• Potential for summers off

Responsibilities

• Research and identify potential school and district partners, initiating outreach through calls, emails, and social media
• Qualify prospects by understanding their needs and setting up appointments for Account Managers
• Build relationships with educators and administrators, emphasizing the value of Scholastic Reading Events
• Maintain accurate records of interactions in the CRM system and track progress toward sales goals
• Collaborate with the sales team to align strategies and improve lead generation efficiency

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, district/territory sales, or event management
• Proficiency in MS Office and experience with Sales Automation or CRM software
• Strong oral and written communication skills, including presentation skills
• Outstanding interpersonal and relationship-building skills with peers and customers

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with children’s literature, Book Fairs, and school activities
• Demonstrated leadership ability and qualities in previous roles
• Experience in marketing and merchandising strategy and execution

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