New Business Sales Representative - Work from Home

Scholastic; Great Lakes (IL); Remote; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational publishing company seeks a Sales Representative to build relationships with schools and districts. The role involves prospecting, qualifying leads, and collaborating with the sales team to enhance strategies. This position offers a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and a chance to positively impact literacy in education.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Comprehensive benefits package

Paid Time Off

50% discount on merchandise

Potential for summers off

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Prospect and establish relationships with potential school partners.
• Maintain accurate records of interactions in the CRM system.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Sales

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration

Tools

MS Office

CRM Software

Job description

Employer Industry: Educational Publishing and Events

Why consider this job opportunity:
- Competitive salary with opportunities for seasonal and annual incentives
- 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
- Potential for summers off to promote work-life balance
- Opportunity to make a positive impact on literacy and education in schools

What to Expect (Job Responsibilities):
- Prospect and establish relationships with potential school and district partners through calls, emails, and social media outreach
- Qualify leads and set appointments for Account Managers based on understanding client needs and interests
- Maintain accurate records of interactions and progress toward sales goals in the CRM system
- Collaborate with the sales team to enhance lead generation strategies and improve sales techniques
- Support customer satisfaction by executing effective sales and servicing methods

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 territory sales, event management, or customer service
- Proficiency with MS Office and experience with Sales Automation or Customer Relationship Management software
- Strong oral and written communication skills, including presentation abilities
- Outstanding interpersonal and relationship-building skills

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

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