New Business Sales Representative - Work from Home

Scholastic; Manchester (NH); Remote; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational publishing company is seeking a Sales Representative to foster partnerships with schools and promote literacy initiatives. This role involves managing a sales pipeline, collaborating with the sales team, and requires a bachelor's degree along with proven sales experience. Benefits include a generous employee package and opportunities for career advancement.

Benefits

Generous employee benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage

Paid Time Off program including vacation, personal, and sick time

50% discount on Scholastic merchandise

Potential for summer time off

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years of proven successful sales experience.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Outstanding interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Sales Experience

CRM Proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Management, Marketing, or related field

Tools

MS Office

CRM or sales automation tools

Job description

Employer Industry: Educational Publishing and Book Sales

Why consider this job opportunity:
- Opportunity for career advancement and growth within the organization
- Generous employee benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Paid Time Off program including vacation, personal, and sick time
- 50% discount on Scholastic merchandise
- Potential for summer time off
- Sales compensation program with opportunities for seasonal and annual incentives

What to Expect (Job Responsibilities):
- Research and identify potential school and district partners through various outreach methods
- Qualify leads by understanding the needs and interests of schools in hosting Book Fairs
- Build and maintain relationships with educators and administrators to promote literacy initiatives
- Manage sales pipeline and maintain accurate records in the CRM system to track progress
- Collaborate with the sales team to refine outreach strategies and improve lead generation

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 proven successful sales experience in retail, district/territory sales, event management, or customer service
- Proficiency with MS Office software and experience with CRM or sales automation tools
- Strong oral and written communication skills, including presentation abilities
- Outstanding interpersonal skills and ability to build relationships with various stakeholders

How to Stand Out (Preferred Qualifications):
- Familiarity with children’s literature, Book Fairs, and school activities
- Proven leadership qualities and experience in managing multiple priorities
- Experience in marketing and merchandising strategy execution

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