New Business Sales Representative - Work from Home

Scholastic; Ridgecrest (CA); Remote; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational publishing company seeks a Sales Representative to engage with schools and districts for promoting Scholastic Reading Events. This role offers up to $54,000 annually, flexibility to work from home, and a robust benefits package. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's degree and at least 3 years of successful sales experience, with strong communication and interpersonal skills. Join us in a supportive environment focused on lifelong learning!

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

50% discount on Scholastic merchandise

Flexible work from home options

Qualifications

• Minimum of three (3) years of proven successful sales experience.
• Strong ability to build relationships with various stakeholders.
• Experience in marketing and merchandising strategy.

Responsibilities

• Research and identify potential school and district partners.
• Manage sales pipeline by tracking interactions in the CRM system.
• Collaborate with the sales team to enhance lead generation strategies.

Skills

Proficiency with MS Office software

Strong oral and written communication skills

Outstanding interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent relevant experience

Tools

Sales Automation or CRM systems

Job description

Employer Industry: Educational 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 earnings cap
- Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage, as well as a generous Paid Time Off program
- 50% discount on Scholastic merchandise and the possibility of summers off
- Supportive work environment that promotes lifelong learning and values respect for all individuals
- Flexibility to work from home

What to Expect (Job Responsibilities):
- Research and identify potential school and district partners through outbound calls, emails, and social media outreach
- Qualify leads by understanding the needs of prospects and setting up appointments for further engagement
- Build and maintain relationships with educators and administrators to promote Scholastic Reading Events
- Manage sales pipeline by accurately tracking interactions and progress toward sales goals in the CRM system
- Collaborate with the sales team to enhance lead generation strategies and improve overall sales effectiveness

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, 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 effective presentation abilities
- Outstanding interpersonal skills with the ability to build relationships with various stakeholders

How to Stand Out (Preferred Qualifications):
- Familiarity with children’s literature, Book Fairs, and school activities
- Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and achieve sales results
- Experience in marketing and merchandising strategy and execution
- Demonstrated leadership qualities and ability to work effectively in a team environment

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