New Business Sales Representative - Work from Home

Scholastic; Fort Lauderdale (FL); Remote; USD 54,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational publisher in Fort Lauderdale is looking for a Sales Representative to establish partnerships with schools and promote Book Fair events. The role requires a Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of three years in a sales position. Successful candidates will enjoy a competitive salary, a comprehensive benefits package, and an opportunity to contribute to children's literacy and education.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

50% discount on merchandise

Potential for summers off

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years of successful sales experience in related fields.
• Proficiency in MS Office and experience with sales automation.

Responsibilities

• Research and identify potential partners for outreach.
• Collaborate with the sales team to enhance lead generation.

Skills

Sales experience

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

MS Office proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

Tools

CRM systems

Sales Automation

Job description

Overview

Employer Industry: Education and Publishing

Why consider this job opportunity

• Salary up to $54,000 per year
• Opportunity to earn annual incentives through a Sales Compensation program with no maximum earnings cap
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and 401k with company match
• Generous 50% discount on Scholastic merchandise
• Potential for summers off, promoting work-life balance
• Chance to contribute to children’s literacy and education through engaging Book Fair events

Responsibilities

• Research and identify potential school and district partners, initiating outreach through calls, emails, and social media
• Qualify prospects by understanding their needs and set up appointments for Account Managers
• Maintain accurate records of interactions in the CRM system and track progress toward sales goals
• Collaborate with the sales team to enhance lead generation strategies and improve outreach effectiveness
• Build and maintain strong relationships with educators and administrators to promote Book Fair events

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent relevant experience in Business Administration, Management, Marketing, or related field
• Minimum of three (3) years of 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 presentation abilities
• Outstanding interpersonal skills for building relationships with peers, superiors, and customers

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with children’s literature, Book Fairs, and school activities
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and achieve results
• Creative and innovative mindset for improving products and services

Benefits

• Salary up to $54,000 per year
• Annual incentives through a Sales Compensation program with no maximum earnings cap
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and 401k with company match
• Generous 50% discount on Scholastic merchandise
• Potential for summers off
• Opportunities to contribute to children's literacy and education through Book Fair events

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