New Business Sales Representative - Work from Home

Scholastic; Portland (OR); Remote; USD 45,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational services company is seeking a Sales Representative to promote literacy and support school communities in Portland, Oregon. Responsibilities include researching partners and maintaining CRM records, with a target salary of up to $54,000 per year and a comprehensive benefits package. Ideal candidates have a Bachelor's degree and sales experience. Opportunities for annual incentives and employee discounts are also offered.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Paid Time Off program

50% employee discount on merchandise

Opportunity for annual incentives

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years of successful sales experience.
• Experience in retail or event management is preferred.
• Familiarity with children's literature is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Research and identify potential school partners.
• Qualify prospects and set up appointments.
• Promote the value of Scholastic Reading Events.
• Maintain accurate records in the CRM system.

Skills

Strong oral and written communication skills

Outstanding interpersonal skills

Sales experience

Proficiency with MS Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Sales Automation software

Customer Relationship Management software

Job description

Overview

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 benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Paid Time Off program that includes vacation, personal, and sick time, with the possibility of summers off
• Generous employee discount of 50% on Scholastic merchandise
• Chance to make a significant impact on promoting literacy and supporting school communities

What to Expect

(Job 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 the value of Scholastic Reading Events
• Maintain accurate records of interactions in the CRM system and track progress toward goals
• Collaborate with the sales team to align outreach strategies and improve lead generation efficiency

What is Required

• 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 and experience with Sales Automation or Customer Relationship Management software
• Strong oral and written communication skills, including presentation skills
• Outstanding interpersonal and relationship-building skills with peers and customers

How to Stand Out (Preferred Qualifications)

• Familiarization with children’s literature, Book Fairs, and school activities
• Proven leadership ability and qualities demonstrated in previous roles
• Experience in marketing and merchandising strategy and execution
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and achieve results in a fast-paced environment

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