New Business Sales Representative - Work from Home

Scholastic; Iowa City (IA); Remote; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational publishing company is seeking a Sales Representative to foster relationships with schools and promote literacy. This role offers career advancement opportunities, a generous benefits package, and the flexibility of a work-from-home arrangement. The ideal candidate will have a background in sales, strong communication skills, and a passion for education.

Benefits

Generous benefits package

Paid Time Off

50% discount on Scholastic merchandise

Flexible work-from-home arrangement

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration

Tools

MS Office

Sales Automation Software

Job description

Employer Industry: Educational Publishing and Event Management

Why consider this job opportunity:
- Opportunity for career advancement and growth within the organization
- Generous benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Paid Time Off program, including vacation, personal, and sick time
- 50% discount on Scholastic merchandise
- Sales Compensation program with potential seasonal and annual incentives
- Flexible work-from-home arrangement

What to Expect (Job Responsibilities):
- Research and identify potential school and district partners through outreach efforts
- Qualify leads by understanding their needs and setting up appointments for Account Managers
- Build and maintain relationships with educators and administrators to promote literacy
- Manage sales pipeline and track progress toward monthly and quarterly goals
- Collaborate with sales team to refine outreach strategies and enhance lead generation

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 territory sales
- Proficiency in MS Office and familiarity with Sales Automation or CRM software
- Strong oral and written communication skills, including presentation abilities
- Outstanding interpersonal skills for relationship building with clients and team members

How to Stand Out (Preferred Qualifications):
- Familiarity with children’s literature, Book Fairs, and school activities
- Proven leadership ability and qualities in previous roles
- Experience in event management and customer service

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