New Business Sales Representative - Work from Home

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

Job summary

A leading educational publishing company is seeking a Sales Representative to manage relationships with schools and districts. This role offers opportunities for career advancement, a comprehensive benefits package, and a flexible work-from-home arrangement. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree and at least three years of sales experience, with strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Paid Time Off program

Generous discount on merchandise

Sales Compensation program

Flexible work-from-home arrangement

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years of successful sales experience.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Outstanding interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Prospect and identify potential school and district partners.
• Manage a sales pipeline and track progress.
• Collaborate with the sales team to improve lead generation.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Sales

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Tools

MS Office

Sales Automation or CRM systems

Job description

Employer Industry: Educational Publishing

Why consider this job opportunity:
- Opportunity for career advancement and growth within the organization
- Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Paid Time Off program that includes vacation, personal, and sick time
- Generous 50% discount on Scholastic merchandise
- Sales Compensation program with the potential for 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 their needs and interests in hosting Book Fairs
- Establish and maintain relationships with educators and administrators to promote literacy and support school communities
- Manage a sales pipeline by keeping accurate records in the CRM system and tracking progress toward goals
- Collaborate with the sales team to align strategies and improve 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, 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 with the ability to build relationships with peers, superiors, and customers

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

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