New Business Sales Representative - Work from Home

Scholastic; Manchester (NH); Remote; USD 45,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational publisher in Manchester, NH is seeking a dedicated sales professional to strengthen partnerships with schools and promote literacy initiatives. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree and at least three years of relevant sales experience. Key benefits include a salary up to $54,000 per year, a comprehensive benefits package, and generous paid time off. The role involves research, outreach, and collaboration with sales teams to achieve goals.

Benefits

Potential for annual incentives

Comprehensive benefits package

Discount on merchandise

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years of successful sales experience in relevant fields.
• Strong oral and written communication skills required.
• Outstanding interpersonal skills to build customer relationships.

Responsibilities

• Research potential partners through calls and social media outreach.
• Qualify prospects and set appointments for Account Managers.
• Collaborate with the sales team to refine outreach strategies.

Skills

Sales experience

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or related field

Tools

MS Office

CRM software

Job description

Employer Industry: Educational Publishing and Events

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
• Discount of 50% on Scholastic merchandise
• Potential for summers off, promoting work-life balance

What to Expect (Job Responsibilities)

• Research and identify potential school and district partners through outbound calls, emails, and social media outreach
• Qualify prospects by understanding their needs and set appointments for Account Managers
• Establish rapport with educators and administrators to promote literacy and support school communities
• Maintain accurate records of interactions and track progress toward sales goals in the CRM system
• Collaborate with the sales team to refine outreach strategies and improve lead generation efficiency

What is Required (Qualifications)

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent relevant experience in Business Administration, Management, Marketing, or a related field
• Minimum of three (3) years of successful sales experience in retail, district/territory sales, or event management
• Proficiency with MS Office software and experience with Sales Automation or Customer Relationship Management software
• Strong oral and written communication skills, including presentation abilities
• Outstanding interpersonal skills and the ability to build relationships with customers and team members

How to Stand Out (Preferred Qualifications)

• Familiarity with children’s literature, Book Fairs, and school activities
• Proven leadership ability and qualities demonstrated in previous roles
• Experience in marketing and merchandising strategy and execution
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and achieve results in a dynamic environment

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