New Business Sales Representative - Work from Home

Scholastic; Janesville (WI); Remote; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational publishing company is looking for a Sales Representative to drive partnerships with schools and districts. This role offers opportunities for career advancement, generous benefits, and a flexible work-from-home arrangement. The ideal candidate will have a strong sales background, excellent communication skills, and the ability to build lasting relationships with educators. Join us in promoting literacy and educational events across the country!

Benefits

Generous benefits including medical, dental, and vision

401k with company match

Paid Time Off program

50% discount on Scholastic merchandise

Flexible work-from-home arrangement

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Prospect and identify potential school and district partners.
• Build and maintain relationships with educators and administrators.
• Manage a sales pipeline and keep accurate records.

Skills

Communication

Relationship-Building

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:
- Opportunity for career advancement and growth within the organization
- Generous benefits including medical, dental, vision, and a 401k with company match
- Paid Time Off program that includes vacation, personal, and sick time
- 50% discount on Scholastic merchandise
- Sales Compensation program with opportunities for seasonal and annual incentives
- Flexible work-from-home arrangement

What to Expect (Job Responsibilities):
- Prospect and identify potential school and district partners through outreach efforts
- Qualify leads by understanding the needs and interests of potential clients
- Build and maintain relationships with educators and administrators to promote Scholastic Reading Events
- Manage a sales pipeline and keep accurate records of interactions in the CRM system
- Collaborate with the sales team to enhance lead generation strategies and improve sales performance

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 proven successful sales experience in retail or district/territory sales
- Proficiency with MS Office software and experience with CRM or sales automation tools
- Strong oral and written communication skills, including presentation skills
- Outstanding interpersonal and relationship-building skills

How to Stand Out (Preferred Qualifications):
- Familiarity with children’s literature, Book Fairs, and school activities
- Experience in event management, personal selling, and customer service
- Ability to execute a vision and manage multiple priorities effectively

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