New Business Sales Representative - Work from Home

Scholastic; Des Plaines (IL); Remote; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in educational services is seeking a sales professional to expand Scholastic Book Fairs. The role involves building relationships with schools, managing sales activities, and contributing to educational funding. Candidates should possess a Bachelor’s degree and have at least three years of sales experience, with a passion for enhancing students' love for reading.

Benefits

Generous benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage

Paid Time Off program including vacation, personal, and sick time

50% discount on Scholastic merchandise

Potential for summers off to promote work-life balance

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years of successful sales experience.
• Proficiency with MS Office and CRM software.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Prospect and build relationships with schools for Book Fairs.
• Maintain accurate records in the CRM system.
• Coordinate revenue-building activities with event partners.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Sales Strategy

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Management, Marketing, or related field

Tools

MS Office

Sales Automation or CRM software

Job description

Employer Industry: Educational Services

Why consider this job opportunity:
- Opportunity to earn seasonal and annual incentives through a comprehensive Sales Compensation program
- Generous benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Paid Time Off program including vacation, personal, and sick time
- 50% discount on Scholastic merchandise
- Potential for summers off to promote work-life balance
- Chance to make a positive impact on students' love for reading and educational funding

What to Expect (Job Responsibilities):
- Prospect and build relationships with schools to expand the reach of Scholastic Book Fairs
- Qualify leads by understanding the needs and interests of potential school partners
- Maintain accurate records of interactions and progress toward sales goals in the CRM system
- Collaborate with the sales team to enhance lead generation strategies
- Coordinate and manage revenue-building activities for Book Fairs with event partners

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, district/territory sales, or event management
- Proficiency with MS Office and experience with Sales Automation or CRM software
- Strong oral and written communication skills, including presentation abilities
- Outstanding interpersonal skills for building relationships with customers and team members

How to Stand Out (Preferred Qualifications):
- Familiarity with children’s literature, Book Fairs, and school activities
- Demonstrated leadership abilities within a sales environment
- Experience in marketing and merchandising strategy execution
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and achieve results effectively
- Innovative mindset with a capacity for contributing to product and service enhancements

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