New Business Sales Representative - Work from Home

Scholastic; Greenville (SC); Remote; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational publishing company is seeking a Sales Representative to drive partnerships with schools and districts. This role offers competitive compensation, a generous benefits package, and the opportunity to work remotely. Ideal candidates will have a background in sales, strong communication skills, and a passion for promoting literacy and education.

Benefits

Generous benefits package including medical, dental, vision

401k with company match

50% discount on Scholastic merchandise

Flexible work schedule

Qualifications

• Minimum of three (3) years of successful sales experience.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office and CRM software.

Responsibilities

• Prospect and identify potential school and district partners.
• Build and maintain relationships with educators and administrators.
• Manage a sales pipeline and track progress towards goals.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Sales

Relationship Building

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Management, Marketing, or related field

Tools

MS Office

Sales Automation Software

Customer Relationship Management Software

Job description

Employer Industry: Educational Publishing and Events

Why consider this job opportunity:
- Competitive compensation with a Sales Compensation program that includes seasonal and annual incentives
- Generous benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401k with company match, and Paid Time Off
- 50% discount on Scholastic merchandise
- Opportunity to work remotely and maintain a flexible work schedule
- Chance to make a positive impact on children's literacy and education

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, setting up appointments for Account Managers
- Build and maintain relationships with educators and administrators to promote Scholastic Reading Events
- Manage a sales pipeline by keeping accurate records in the CRM system and tracking progress towards goals
- Collaborate with the sales team to enhance lead generation strategies and improve overall sales effectiveness

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

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

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