New Business Sales Representative - Work from Home

Scholastic; Cranbury Township (NJ); Remote; USD 45,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational company in Cranbury Township is seeking a Sales Representative to enhance literacy initiatives in schools. Responsibilities include identifying school partners, maintaining relationships, and achieving sales goals. A degree in Business Administration and three years of sales experience are required. The position offers a salary up to $54,000 and a comprehensive benefits package, including incentives and discounts.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

50% discount on merchandise

Paid Time Off

Opportunity for annual incentives

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years of successful sales experience.
• Proficiency in communication and presentation skills.
• Outstanding interpersonal skills focused on relationship building.

Responsibilities

• Research and identify potential school and district partners.
• Qualify leads and set up appointments for Account Managers.
• Build and maintain relationships with educators and administrators.

Skills

Sales experience

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

Tools

MS Office

Sales Automation or CRM software

Job description

Overview

• Salary up to $54,000 per year
• Opportunity to earn annual incentives through a Sales Compensation program with no maximum earnings cap
• Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, along with a generous Paid Time Off program
• 50% discount on Scholastic merchandise and the possibility of summers off
• Chance to make a positive impact on literacy and education in schools
• Supportive and collaborative work environment fostering teamwork and innovation

Responsibilities

• Research and identify potential school and district partners, initiating outreach through calls, emails, and social media
• Qualify leads and set up appointments for Account Managers based on prospects' needs and interests
• Build and maintain 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

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, district/territory sales, event management, or customer service
• Proficiency in MS Office and familiarity with Sales Automation or CRM software
• Strong oral and written communication skills, including presentation abilities
• Outstanding interpersonal skills with a focus on relationship building

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with children’s literature, Book Fairs, and school activities
• Proven leadership abilities and qualities demonstrated in previous roles
• Experience in marketing and merchandising strategy execution
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and achieve results effectively

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