New Business Sales Representative - Work from Home

Scholastic; Manitowoc (WI); Remote; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational publishing company is seeking a Sales Representative to build relationships with schools and promote literacy. This role involves outreach, managing sales pipelines, and collaborating with the sales team. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree and proven sales experience, along with strong communication skills. The position offers a generous benefits package, including medical, dental, and a 401k plan.

Benefits

50% discount on Scholastic merchandise

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Paid Time Off

401k with company match

Opportunity for seasonal and annual incentives

Potential for summers off

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years of successful sales experience.
• Proficiency with MS Office and CRM tools.

Responsibilities

• Research and identify potential school and district partners.
• Manage sales pipeline by recording interactions in CRM.
• Collaborate with sales team to enhance lead generation.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration

Tools

MS Office

CRM

Job description

Employer Industry: Educational Publishing and Events

Why consider this job opportunity:
- Generous 50% discount on Scholastic merchandise
- Medical, dental, and vision benefits
- Paid Time Off program including vacation, personal, and sick time
- 401k with a company match
- Opportunity to earn seasonal and annual incentives through a Sales Compensation program
- Potential for summers off, promoting work-life balance

What to Expect (Job Responsibilities):
- Research and identify potential school and district partners through outreach efforts
- Qualify prospects and set up appointments to pass along leads to Account Managers
- Build and maintain relationships with educators and administrators to promote literacy
- Manage sales pipeline by accurately recording interactions in the CRM system
- Collaborate with the sales team to enhance 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 proven successful sales experience in retail, 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 for building relationships with peers and customers

How to Stand Out (Preferred Qualifications):
- Familiarity with children’s literature, Book Fairs, and school activities
- Noted leadership abilities demonstrated in past roles
- Experience in marketing and merchandising strategy execution

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