New Business Sales Representative - Work from Home

Scholastic; Lee's Summit (MO); Remote; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in educational publishing is seeking a sales professional to promote literacy and support educational communities. The role involves building relationships with schools, qualifying leads, and collaborating with the sales team to achieve goals. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree and significant sales experience.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Generous discount on merchandise

Paid Time Off program

Potential for summers off

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years of successful sales experience.
• Proficiency in MS Office and CRM software.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Research and identify potential school and district partners.
• Qualify leads and set up appointments for Account Managers.
• Build relationships with educators and administrators.

Skills

Sales experience

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Tools

MS Office

Sales Automation software

Customer Relationship Management software

Job description

Employer Industry: Educational Publishing

Why consider this job opportunity:
- Opportunity to earn seasonal and annual incentives through a Sales Compensation program
- Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and a 401k with company match
- Generous 50% discount on Scholastic merchandise
- Paid Time Off program that includes vacation, personal, and sick time
- Potential for summers off, enhancing work-life balance
- Play a vital role in promoting literacy and supporting educational communities

What to Expect (Job Responsibilities):
- Research and identify potential school and district partners through prospecting efforts
- Qualify leads by understanding the needs and interests of educators and set up appointments for Account Managers
- Build relationships with educators and administrators to promote the value of Scholastic Reading Events
- Maintain accurate records of interactions and track progress toward sales goals in the CRM system
- Collaborate with the sales team to improve lead generation strategies and techniques

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 district/territory sales, event management, and customer service
- Proficiency in MS Office and experience with Sales Automation or Customer Relationship Management software
- Strong oral and written communication skills, including presentation skills
- Outstanding interpersonal skills and ability to build relationships with peers, superiors, and customers

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

#EducationalPublishing #SalesOpportunities #LiteracyPromotion #CareerGrowth #CustomerRelations

"We prioritize candidate privacy and champion equal-opportunity employment. Central to our mission is our partnership with companies that share this commitment. We aim to foster a fair, transparent, and secure hiring environment for all. If you encounter any employer not adhering to these principles, please bring it to our attention immediately. We are not the EOR (Employer of Record) for this position. Our role in this specific opportunity is to connect outstanding candidates with a top-tier employer."