New Business Sales Representative - Work from Home

Scholastic; Fayetteville (AR); Remote; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational publishing company is seeking a Sales Representative to foster relationships with schools and districts. In this role, you will identify potential partners, manage leads, and collaborate with a dedicated sales team. The position offers career advancement opportunities, a generous benefits package, and a flexible work-from-home arrangement. Ideal candidates will have a background in sales, strong communication skills, and a passion for promoting literacy in education.

Benefits

Generous benefits package

Paid Time Off

50% discount on Scholastic merchandise

Sales Compensation program

Flexible work-from-home arrangement

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

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:
- Opportunity for career advancement and growth within the organization
- 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
- Sales Compensation program with potential seasonal and annual incentives
- Flexible work-from-home arrangement

What to Expect (Job Responsibilities):
- Prospect and identify potential school and district partners through outbound calls, emails, and social media outreach
- Qualify leads by understanding the needs and interests of potential clients and setting up appointments for Account Managers
- Build and maintain relationships with educators and administrators to promote literacy and support school communities
- Maintain accurate records of interactions in the CRM system and track progress toward sales goals
- Collaborate with the sales team to refine 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, event management, or customer service
- Proficiency with MS Office software and experience with Sales Automation or Customer Relationship Management systems
- Strong oral and written communication skills, including oral presentation skills
- Outstanding interpersonal and relationship-building skills

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

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