New Business Sales Representative - Work from Home

Scholastic; Chillicothe (OH); Remote; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational publishing company is seeking a Sales Representative to enhance partnerships with schools and districts. The role involves researching potential partners, managing relationships, and collaborating with the sales team to achieve goals. Candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree and sales experience, along with strong communication skills. This position offers career growth, a generous benefits package, and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Generous 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.
• Build and maintain relationships with educators and administrators.
• Track and manage sales activities in the CRM system.

Skills

Communication

Relationship Building

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 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
- Potential for summer off
- Sales Compensation program with seasonal and annual incentives

What to Expect (Job Responsibilities):
- Research and identify potential school and district partners through outbound calls, emails, and social media outreach
- Qualify leads by understanding their needs and set up appointments for Account Managers
- Build and maintain relationships with educators and administrators to promote Scholastic Reading Events
- Track and manage sales activities and progress towards monthly and quarterly goals in the CRM system
- Collaborate with the sales team to align 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 CRM systems
- Strong oral and written communication skills, including oral presentation skills
- Outstanding interpersonal and relationship-building skills

How to Stand Out (Preferred Qualifications):
- Familiarization with children’s literature, Book Fairs, and school activities
- Experience in event management or personal selling
- Proficient in marketing and merchandising strategy and execution

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