New Business Sales Representative - Work from Home

Scholastic; Columbus (GA); Remote; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in educational publishing seeks a Sales Representative to drive literacy initiatives in schools. This role involves researching potential partners, qualifying leads, and collaborating with the sales team to enhance outreach. The ideal candidate will have a strong sales background and excellent communication skills, contributing to a mission of promoting literacy and lifelong learning.

Benefits

Generous benefits package

Paid Time Off program

50% discount on merchandise

Opportunity for seasonal incentives

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Research and identify potential school and district partners.
• Qualify leads and set up appointments for Account Managers.
• Maintain records in the CRM system.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Sales

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

MS Office

CRM Systems

Job description

Employer Industry: Educational Publishing and Sales

Why consider this job opportunity:
- Opportunity to earn seasonal and annual incentives in addition to a competitive base salary
- 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
- Possibility of summers off to promote work-life balance
- Chance to contribute to the promotion of literacy and lifelong learning in schools

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 in the CRM system and track progress toward sales goals
- Collaborate with the sales team to enhance lead generation strategies and improve outreach 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 familiarity with Sales Automation or Customer Relationship Management systems
- Strong oral and written communication skills, including presentation abilities
- 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 and personal selling
- Proven leadership ability and qualities demonstrated in previous roles
- Proficient in marketing and merchandising strategy execution

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