New Business Sales Representative - Work from Home

Scholastic; Hawaii; Remote; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational publishing company is seeking a Sales Representative to identify potential school and district partners and establish relationships to promote Reading Events. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor’s degree and 3 years of sales experience. Strong communication and interpersonal skills are crucial for success in this role. The company values equal opportunity and candidate privacy.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of sales experience in retail or event management.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to build relationships with educators.

Responsibilities

• Research potential partners through outreach.
• Qualify prospects and set up appointments.
• Maintain accurate records in the CRM system.

Skills

Sales experience

Strong communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or related field

Tools

MS Office

CRM systems

Job description

Overview

Employer Industry: Educational Publishing and Events

What to Expect

• 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 in the CRM system and track progress toward sales goals
• Collaborate with the sales team to enhance lead generation strategies and improve effectiveness

What is Required

• 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 sales, event management, and customer service
• Proficiency with MS Office software and experience with Sales Automation or CRM 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
• Proven leadership abilities and qualities demonstrated in previous roles

#EducationalPublishing #SalesOpportunity #LiteracyPromotion #CareerGrowth #FlexibleWork

We prioritize candidate privacy and champion equal-opportunity employment. Central to our mission is our partnership with companies that share this commitment. We aim to foster a fair, transparent, and secure hiring environment for all. If you encounter any employer not adhering to these principles, please bring it to our attention immediately.

We are not the EOR (Employer of Record) for this position. Our role in this specific opportunity is to connect outstanding candidates with a top-tier employer.