New Business Sales Representative - Work from Home

Scholastic; Fort Wayne (IN); Remote; USD 40,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education and publishing company in Fort Wayne is seeking a Sales Representative to outreach to schools and promote reading events. The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor’s degree and at least three years of successful sales experience. This role offers a salary up to $54,000, comprehensive benefits, and the potential for work-life balance with summers off.

Benefits

Salary up to $54,000 per year

Annual incentives with no maximum earnings cap

Generous Paid Time Off

50% discount on merchandise

Potential for summers off

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years of successful sales experience in retail or district/territory sales.
• Strong oral and written communication skills, including presentation skills.
• Outstanding interpersonal skills to build customer relationships.

Responsibilities

• Research and identify potential school and district partners.
• Qualify prospects by understanding their needs.
• Collaborate with the sales team to enhance lead generation.

Skills

Sales experience

Communication skills

Relationship-building

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

Tools

MS Office

Sales Automation Software

CRM software

Job description

Overview

Employer Industry: Education and Publishing

Why consider this opportunity

• 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, and vision coverage


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


• 50% discount on Scholastic merchandise


• Potential for summers off, allowing for work-life balance

What to Expect (Job Responsibilities)

• Research and identify potential school and district partners through outbound calls, emails, and social media outreach


• Qualify prospects by understanding their needs and set up appointments for Account Managers


• Establish rapport with educators and administrators to promote Scholastic Reading Events


• Maintain accurate records of interactions and track progress toward sales goals in the CRM system


• Collaborate with the sales team to align outreach strategies and enhance 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


• Proficiency with MS Office software and experience with Sales Automation or Customer Relationship Management software


• Strong oral and written communication skills, including presentation skills


• Outstanding interpersonal and relationship-building skills with customers and team members

How to Stand Out (Preferred Qualifications)

• Familiarity with children’s literature, Book Fairs, and school activities


• Experience in event management and personal selling


• Proven leadership ability and qualities


• Ability to execute a vision and manage multiple priorities effectively


• Creative and innovative mindset contributing to product and service enhancement

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