New Business Sales Representative - Work from Home

Scholastic; Cranbury Township (NJ); Remote; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational services company is seeking a Sales Representative to promote literacy and support school communities. This role involves building relationships with educators, managing outreach strategies, and achieving sales goals. The position offers a competitive salary, benefits, and potential for work-life balance, including summers off.

Benefits

Generous benefits package

Paid Time Off

50% discount on merchandise

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Sales Experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

MS Office

CRM Software

Job description

Employer Industry: Educational Services

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
- Potential for summers off, allowing for work-life balance
- Play a vital role in promoting literacy and supporting school communities

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, passing along leads to Account Managers
- Build and maintain relationships with educators and administrators, emphasizing the value of Scholastic Reading Events
- Maintain accurate records of interactions in the CRM system and track progress toward sales goals
- Collaborate with the sales team to align 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
- Proficiency with MS Office software and experience with Sales Automation or Customer Relationship Management software
- Strong oral and written communication skills, including oral presentation skills
- Outstanding interpersonal skills and ability to build relationships with peers, superiors, and customers

How to Stand Out (Preferred Qualifications):
- Familiarity 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 and execution

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