New Business Sales Representative - Work from Home

Scholastic; Raleigh (NC); Remote; USD 45,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational services company in North Carolina seeks a Sales Representative to build relationships with educators and promote reading events. This role requires a Bachelor’s degree and three years of sales experience, offering a salary up to $54,000 plus incentives. A supportive work environment that prioritizes literacy and provide benefits, including a 50% discount on merchandise, is offered.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Generous 50% discount on merchandise

Potential for summer off and Paid Time Off

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years of proven successful sales experience in retail or district sales.
• Proficiency with MS Office software and experience with CRM or sales automation tools.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Research and identify potential school partners through calls and outreach.
• Qualify leads and set up appointments for Account Managers.
• Collaborate with the sales team to enhance lead generation strategies.

Skills

Sales experience

Communication skills

Relationship building

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or related field

Tools

MS Office

CRM tools

Job description

Overview

Employer Industry: Educational Services

Why consider this job opportunity:

• Salary up to $54,000 per year
• Opportunity to earn annual incentives with no maximum earnings cap
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Generous 50% discount on Scholastic merchandise
• Potential for summers off and Paid Time Off including vacation, personal, and sick time
• Supportive work environment focused on promoting literacy and lifelong learning

Responsibilities

• Research and identify potential school and district partners through outbound calls, emails, and social media outreach
• Qualify leads by understanding their needs and set up appointments for Account Managers
• Build strong relationships with educators and administrators to promote Scholastic Reading Events
• Maintain accurate records of interactions and track progress towards sales goals in the CRM system
• Collaborate with the sales team to enhance lead generation strategies and refine sales techniques

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
• 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 and the ability to build relationships with customers and peers

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with children’s literature, Book Fairs, and school activities
• Experience in event management and personal selling
• Proven leadership abilities and skills in marketing and merchandising strategy

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