New Business Sales Representative - Work from Home

Scholastic; Olympia (WA); Remote; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational publishing company is seeking a Sales Representative to expand its Scholastic Book Fairs. The role involves building relationships with schools, maintaining records, and collaborating with the sales team to enhance strategies. Ideal candidates will have a strong sales background, excellent communication skills, and a passion for children's literature.

Benefits

Generous benefits package

Paid Time Off

50% discount on Scholastic merchandise

401k plan with company match

Opportunity to earn seasonal and annual incentives

Potential for summers off

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Prospect and build relationships with schools for Scholastic Book Fairs.
• Maintain accurate records of interactions in the CRM system.
• Collaborate with the sales team to improve lead generation.

Skills

Communication

Relationship Building

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration

Tools

MS Office

CRM Software

Job description

Employer Industry: Educational Publishing and Events

Why consider this job opportunity:
- Generous benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Paid Time Off program including vacation, personal, and sick time
- 50% discount on Scholastic merchandise
- 401k plan with company match
- Opportunity to earn seasonal and annual incentives
- Potential for summers off

What to Expect (Job Responsibilities):
- Prospect and build relationships with schools to expand the reach of Scholastic Book Fairs
- Qualify leads by understanding the needs and interests of potential school partners
- Maintain accurate records of interactions and track progress in the CRM system
- Collaborate with the sales team to improve lead generation strategies
- Support customer satisfaction by effectively executing sales and servicing methods

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 proven successful sales experience in retail or district/territory sales
- Proficiency with MS Office software and experience with CRM or web-based software programs
- Strong oral and written communication skills, including presentation abilities
- Outstanding interpersonal and relationship-building skills with peers and customers

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 event management and personal selling

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