New Business Sales Representative - Work from Home

Scholastic; City of Frankenmuth (MI); Remote; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education and publishing company is seeking a Sales Professional to foster relationships with schools and promote reading events. This role offers a generous benefits package, including remote work flexibility and opportunities for incentives. Ideal candidates will have a strong sales background and excellent communication skills, with the chance to impact children's literacy positively.

Benefits

Generous benefits package

Paid Time Off

50% discount on Scholastic merchandise

Seasonal and annual incentives

Possibility of summers off

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years of successful sales experience.
• Proficiency with Sales Automation or CRM software.

Responsibilities

• Research and identify potential school and district partners.
• Qualify leads and set up appointments for Account Managers.
• Collaborate with the sales team to improve lead generation.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration

Tools

MS Office

CRM Software

Job description

Employer Industry: Education and Publishing

Why consider this job opportunity:
- Generous benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Paid Time Off program encompassing vacation, personal, and sick time
- Discount of 50% on Scholastic merchandise
- Opportunity for seasonal and annual incentives through the Sales Compensation program
- Possibility of summers off, promoting work-life balance
- Work remotely, providing flexibility in your work environment

What to Expect (Job Responsibilities):
- Research and identify potential school and district partners through prospecting efforts
- Qualify leads by understanding their needs and setting up appointments for Account Managers
- Establish relationships with educators and administrators to promote Scholastic Reading Events
- Maintain accurate records of interactions and track progress toward sales goals in the CRM system
- Collaborate with the sales team to refine outreach strategies and improve 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, or customer service
- Proficiency with MS Office software and experience with Sales Automation or Customer Relationship Management software
- Strong oral and written communication skills, including presentation skills
- Outstanding interpersonal and relationship-building skills with peers and customers

How to Stand Out (Preferred Qualifications):
- Familiarity with children’s literature, Book Fairs, and school activities
- Experience in marketing and merchandising strategy and execution
- Proven leadership abilities demonstrated in previous roles

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