New Business Sales Representative - Work from Home

Scholastic; Clinton (MA); Remote; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational publishing company is seeking a Sales Representative to connect with schools and districts. The role involves building relationships with educators, promoting reading events, and achieving sales goals. Candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree and proven sales experience. The company offers competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for career advancement in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits

Generous Paid Time Off

50% discount on Scholastic merchandise

Opportunity for career advancement

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years of successful sales experience.
• Proficiency in MS Office and CRM software.

Responsibilities

• Research and identify potential school and district partners.
• Build relationships with educators to promote Scholastic Reading Events.
• Collaborate with sales team to enhance lead generation.

Skills

Communication

Relationship Building

Sales Strategy

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration

Tools

MS Office

CRM Software

Job description

Employer Industry: Educational Publishing and Events

Why consider this job opportunity:
- Competitive salary with opportunities for seasonal and annual incentives
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits
- Generous Paid Time Off program, including vacation, personal, and sick time
- 50% discount on Scholastic merchandise
- Opportunity for career advancement and the possibility of summers off
- Supportive and collaborative work environment focused on education and community engagement

What to Expect (Job Responsibilities):
- Research and identify potential school and district partners through outbound calls, emails, and social media outreach
- Qualify prospects and set up appointments for Account Managers
- Build 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 enhance lead generation strategies and improve sales effectiveness

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
- 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, superiors, and customers

How to Stand Out (Preferred Qualifications):
- Familiarity with children’s literature, Book Fairs, and school activities
- Proven leadership abilities and qualities demonstrated in previous roles
- Proficiency in marketing and merchandising strategy and execution
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and achieve results in a fast-paced environment

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