New Business Sales Representative - Work from Home

Scholastic; New Jersey; Remote; USD 54,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education publishing company is seeking a Sales Representative to promote literacy and foster partnerships with schools. This role includes researching potential school partners, managing leads, and working collaboratively with the sales team. Ideal candidates will have 3+ years of sales experience, a relevant degree, and strong communication skills. Salary up to $54,000 with comprehensive benefits and opportunities for incentives.

Benefits

Salary up to $54,000

Comprehensive benefits package

Generous Paid Time Off

50% discount on merchandise

Potential for summers off

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years of successful sales experience in relevant fields.
• Strong oral and written communication skills, including presentation abilities.
• Outstanding interpersonal skills for relationship building.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Sales experience

Relationship building

Communication skills

Proficiency in MS Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or related field

Tools

CRM software

Sales Automation tools

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 cap
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Generous Paid Time Off program, including vacation, personal, and sick time
• Enjoy a 50% discount on Scholastic merchandise
• Potential for summers off, providing a unique work-life balance

Responsibilities

• Research and identify potential school and district partners through outbound calls, emails, and social media outreach
• Qualify leads by understanding prospects\' needs and setting up appointments for Account Managers
• Build and maintain relationships with educators and administrators to promote literacy and support school communities
• Manage a pipeline of leads and maintain accurate records in the CRM system
• Collaborate with the sales team to enhance lead generation strategies and stay informed about industry trends

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 in MS Office 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 peers, superiors, and customers

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with children’s literature, Book Fairs, and school activities
• Proven leadership ability and qualities in a sales environment
• Experience in marketing and merchandising strategy and execution

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