New Business Sales Representative - Work from Home

Scholastic; Erie (Erie County); Remote; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational publishing company is seeking a Sales Representative to connect with schools and districts. This role involves prospecting, managing relationships, and collaborating with the sales team to enhance lead generation. Candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree and a minimum of three years of sales experience. A generous benefits package and opportunities for seasonal incentives are included.

Benefits

Generous benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage

Paid Time Off program

50% discount on Scholastic merchandise

Potential for summers off

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years of proven sales experience.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Outstanding interpersonal skills for building relationships.

Responsibilities

• Prospect and identify potential school and district partners.
• Qualify leads and set up appointments.
• Manage a sales pipeline and maintain records in CRM.

Skills

Sales Experience

Communication Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Education

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

Tools

MS Office

Sales Automation or CRM software

Job description

Employer Industry: Educational Publishing and Book Distribution

Why consider this job opportunity:
- Opportunity to earn seasonal and annual sales incentives
- Generous benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Paid Time Off program encompassing vacation, personal, and sick time
- 50% discount on Scholastic merchandise
- Potential for summers off, promoting work-life balance
- Supportive environment focused on encouraging reading and lifelong learning

What to Expect (Job Responsibilities):
- Prospect and identify potential school and district partners through calls, emails, and social media outreach
- Qualify leads and set up appointments to connect prospects with Account Managers
- Build and maintain relationships with educators and administrators to promote Scholastic Reading Events
- Manage a sales pipeline, ensuring accurate records of interactions in the CRM system
- Collaborate with the sales team to enhance lead generation strategies and improve overall effectiveness

What is Required (Qualifications):
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in Business Administration, Management, Marketing, or related field
- Minimum of three (3) years of proven sales experience in retail or territory sales, event management, or customer service
- 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 colleagues

How to Stand Out (Preferred Qualifications):
- Familiarity with children’s literature and school activities
- Experience in marketing and merchandising strategy execution
- Noted leadership abilities and qualities demonstrated in previous roles

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