New Business Sales Representative - Work from Home

Scholastic; Frisco (TX); Remote; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational publishing company seeks a sales professional to engage with schools and districts, promoting reading events. This role offers flexibility with remote work options and a generous benefits package, including incentives and discounts on merchandise.

Benefits

Generous benefits package

Paid Time Off program

50% discount on Scholastic merchandise

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years of successful sales experience in retail or district/territory sales.

Responsibilities

• Research and identify potential school and district partners through outreach.
• Build and maintain relationships with educators and administrators.

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 to earn seasonal and annual incentives through a Sales Compensation program
- Generous benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and a 401k with company match
- Paid Time Off program that includes vacation, personal, and sick time, with the possibility of summers off
- 50% discount on Scholastic merchandise
- Chance to make a positive impact on children's literacy and educational experiences
- Work remotely with flexible scheduling options

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
- Build and maintain relationships 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 refine outreach strategies and enhance lead generation efficiency

What is Required (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
- Proficiency with MS Office software and experience with Sales Automation or CRM systems
- Strong oral and written communication skills, including presentation skills
- Outstanding interpersonal skills for building relationships with customers and team members

How to Stand Out (Preferred Qualifications):
- Familiarity with children’s literature, Book Fairs, and school activities
- Proven leadership ability and qualities demonstrated in previous roles
- Experience in event management and personal selling
- Ability to execute a vision and manage multiple priorities effectively
- Creativity and innovation in contributing to product and service improvement

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