New Business Sales Representative - Work from Home

Scholastic; Fairfield (CT); Remote; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational publishing company is seeking a Sales Representative to identify and engage school partners. This role offers a generous benefits package, including health coverage and a 401k plan. Candidates should have a strong sales background and excellent communication skills. The position supports work-life balance with potential summers off and opportunities for incentives.

Benefits

Generous benefits package

Paid Time Off

50% discount on Scholastic merchandise

401k with company match

Opportunity for seasonal and annual incentives

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Sales Experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration

Tools

MS Office

CRM Systems

Job description

Employer Industry: Educational Publishing and Events

Why consider this job opportunity:
- Generous benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Paid Time Off program including vacation, personal, and sick time
- 50% discount on Scholastic merchandise
- 401k with a company match
- Opportunity for seasonal and annual incentives through a Sales Compensation program
- Potential for summers off to promote work-life balance

What to Expect (Job Responsibilities):
- Research and identify potential school and district partners through outreach efforts
- Qualify prospects and set up appointments for Account Managers
- Establish rapport with educators and communicate the value of Scholastic Reading Events
- Maintain accurate records of interactions in the CRM system to track progress toward goals
- Collaborate with the sales team to refine outreach strategies and enhance lead generation

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 or district/territory sales
- Proficiency with MS Office software and experience with Sales Automation or CRM systems
- Strong oral and written communication skills, including presentation abilities
- Outstanding interpersonal skills for relationship building with peers and customers

How to Stand Out (Preferred Qualifications):
- Familiarity with children's literature, Book Fairs, and school activities
- Proven leadership abilities and qualities demonstrated in previous roles

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