New Business Sales Representative - Work from Home

Scholastic; City of Poughkeepsie (NY); Remote; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational publishing company is seeking a Sales Representative to promote literacy and support education in schools. The role involves building relationships with educators, qualifying leads, and collaborating with the sales team. Competitive benefits and opportunities for career growth are offered.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Paid Time Off

50% discount on Scholastic merchandise

Incentives through the Sales Compensation program

Potential for summers off

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years of successful sales experience.
• Proficiency with MS Office and CRM tools.

Responsibilities

• Research and identify potential school and district partners.
• Build and maintain relationships with educators and administrators.
• Collaborate with the sales team to enhance lead generation strategies.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration

Tools

MS Office

Sales Automation Tools

CRM

Job description

Employer Industry: Educational Publishing and Events

Why consider this job opportunity:
- Competitive benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Paid Time Off program, including vacation, personal, and sick leave
- Generous 50% discount on Scholastic merchandise
- Opportunity for seasonal and annual incentives through the Sales Compensation program
- Potential for summers off to promote work-life balance
- Play a vital role in promoting literacy and supporting education in schools

What to Expect (Job Responsibilities):
- Research and identify potential school and district partners through various outreach methods
- Qualify leads by understanding their needs and setting appointments for Account Managers
- Build and maintain relationships with educators and administrators to promote Scholastic Reading Events
- Maintain accurate records of interactions and progress towards sales goals in the CRM system
- Collaborate with the sales team to enhance lead generation strategies and share industry insights

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 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 tools
- Strong oral and written communication skills, including presentation abilities
- Outstanding interpersonal skills and ability to build relationships with customers and team members

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

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