New Business Sales Representative - Work from Home

Scholastic; Knoxville (TN); Remote; USD 54,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational publisher is seeking a Sales Representative to build relationships with schools and expand Book Fair outreach. The ideal candidate will have a bachelor’s degree and at least three years of successful sales experience. This position offers a competitive salary of up to $54,000 annually, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for career growth.

Benefits

Salary up to $54,000 per year

Annual incentives through Sales Compensation program

Comprehensive benefits package

Generous Paid Time Off program

50% discount on merchandise

Potential for summers off

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Prospect and build relationships with schools to expand the reach of Book Fairs.
• Qualify leads and set up appointments for Account Managers.
• Maintain accurate records of interactions and progress in the CRM system.

Skills

Sales experience

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

CRM software proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or related field

Tools

MS Office

CRM software

Job description

Overview

Employer Industry: Education and Publishing

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 with vacation, personal, and sick time
• 50% discount on Scholastic merchandise
• Potential for summers off, promoting work-life balance

Responsibilities

• Prospect and build relationships with schools to expand the reach of Book Fairs
• Qualify leads and set up appointments for Account Managers
• Maintain accurate records of interactions and progress in the CRM system
• Collaborate with the sales team to improve lead generation strategies
• Develop customer relationships to ensure high levels of satisfaction and support

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 territory sales
• Proficiency with MS Office and experience with CRM or sales automation software
• Strong oral and written communication skills, including presentation skills
• Outstanding interpersonal skills for relationship-building with customers and team members

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with children’s literature and Book Fairs
• Experience in event management and personal selling
• Proven leadership abilities and qualities
• Knowledge of marketing and merchandising strategy execution
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and achieve results

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