New Business Sales Representative - Work from Home

Scholastic; Keene (NH); Remote; USD 54,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational publishing company is seeking a sales professional to foster partnerships with schools and districts in Keene, NH. This role offers an annual salary of up to $54,000, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for incentives. Ideal candidates will possess at least three years of sales experience and a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field. Join us in enhancing literacy and education in communities.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision

Generous Paid Time Off program

50% discount on merchandise

Qualifications

• Minimum of three (3) years of successful sales experience in retail or district/territory sales.
• Strong oral and written communication skills, including oral presentation skills.
• Outstanding interpersonal skills for effective relationship-building.

Responsibilities

• Research and identify potential school and district partners through outreach.
• Qualify prospects and facilitate appointments for Account Managers.
• Collaborate with the sales team to refine outreach strategies.

Skills

Sales experience

Communication skills

Customer relationship management

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or related field

Tools

MS Office

Customer Relationship Management (CRM) systems

Job description

Overview

Employer Industry: Educational Services

Why consider this job opportunity:

• Salary up to $54,000 per year
• Opportunity to earn annual incentives through a Sales Compensation program with no maximum earnings cap
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Generous Paid Time Off program, including vacation, personal, and sick time
• 50% discount on Scholastic merchandise and potential summers off
• Chance to impact literacy and education positively in schools and communities

Responsibilities

• Research and identify potential school and district partners through outbound calls, emails, and social media outreach
• Qualify prospects by understanding their needs and facilitating 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 towards sales goals
• Collaborate with the sales team to refine outreach strategies and improve lead generation efficiency

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 Customer Relationship Management systems
• Strong oral and written communication skills, including oral presentation skills
• Outstanding interpersonal skills for effective relationship-building with peers, superiors, and customers

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with children's literature, Book Fairs, and school activities
• Experience in event management and personal selling
• Proven leadership abilities within sales environments

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