New Business Sales Representative - Work from Home

Scholastic; Knoxville (TN); Remote; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in education and publishing is seeking a motivated sales professional to enhance literacy and education among children. This role involves outreach to schools, managing relationships, and collaborating with the sales team to achieve targets. The ideal candidate will have a strong sales background, excellent communication skills, and a passion for promoting educational initiatives. A competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for growth are offered.

Benefits

Competitive base salary

Comprehensive benefits package

Generous Paid Time Off

50% discount on Scholastic merchandise

Potential for summers off

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years of successful sales experience.
• Proficiency in MS Office and familiarity with Sales Automation.

Responsibilities

• Research and identify potential school and district partners.
• Build and maintain relationships with educators and administrators.
• Manage sales pipeline and maintain accurate records in the CRM system.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration

Tools

MS Office

CRM software

Job description

Employer Industry: Education and Publishing

Why consider this job opportunity:
- Competitive base salary with opportunities for seasonal and annual incentives
- 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
- Potential for summers off, promoting work-life balance
- Chance to make a positive impact on children's literacy and education

What to Expect (Job Responsibilities):
- Research and identify potential school and district partners through outreach via calls, emails, and social media
- Qualify leads by understanding prospects' needs and set up appointments for account managers
- Build and maintain relationships with educators and administrators to promote Scholastic Reading Events
- Manage sales pipeline and maintain accurate records in the CRM system
- Collaborate with the sales team to enhance lead generation strategies and achieve sales targets

What is Required (Qualifications):
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in Business Administration, Management, Marketing, or a related field
- Minimum of three (3) years of successful sales experience in retail, event management, or customer service
- Proficiency in MS Office and familiarity with Sales Automation and CRM software
- Strong oral and written communication skills, including presentation abilities
- Outstanding interpersonal skills for building relationships with customers and team members

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
- Experience in marketing and merchandising strategy and execution

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