New Business Sales Representative - Work from Home

Scholastic; Perryville (MD); Remote; USD 45,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational services company in Perryville, Maryland, is seeking a sales professional to connect with schools and promote literacy programs. The role offers a salary up to $54,000 per year, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for performance-based incentives. Candidates should have a bachelor's degree and at least three years of successful sales experience. This position promotes work-life balance with generous paid time off and potential summers off.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits

Generous Paid Time Off program

50% discount on merchandise

Opportunity for summers off

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years of successful sales experience in relevant fields.
• Proficiency in MS Office software.
• Strong presentation skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Research and identify potential school partners.
• Qualify prospects based on their needs.
• Collaborate with the sales team to improve strategies.

Skills

Sales experience

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

MS Office proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or related field

Tools

Sales Automation or CRM systems

Job description

Overview

Employer Industry: Educational Services

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 medical, dental, and vision benefits
• Generous Paid Time Off program, including vacation, personal, and sick time
• 50% discount on Scholastic merchandise
• Potential for summers off, promoting work-life balance

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 up appointments for Account Managers
• Establish rapport with educators and administrators to promote literacy through Scholastic Reading Events
• 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

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 or district/territory sales, event management, or customer service
• Proficiency with MS Office software and experience with Sales Automation or CRM systems
• Strong oral and written communication skills, including presentation skills
• Outstanding interpersonal and relationship-building skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarization with children’s literature, Book Fairs, and school activities
• Proven leadership ability and qualities demonstrated in previous roles

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