New Business Sales Representative - Work from Home

Scholastic; Riverside (CA); Remote; USD 45,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational publisher is seeking a Sales Representative in Riverside, CA, to identify school partnerships and manage relationships. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Business Administration and a minimum of three years in sales. This role offers a salary of up to $54,000, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for annual incentives. Join us in promoting children's literacy through engaging events.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Generous Paid Time Off

50% discount on merchandise

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in relevant field or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of three years of successful sales experience.
• Proficiency in MS Office and CRM software.

Responsibilities

• Research potential school partners through calls and emails.
• Qualify leads and set appointments for Account Managers.
• Build relationships with educators to promote events.

Skills

Proficiency in MS Office

Strong oral and written communication skills

Outstanding interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or related field

Tools

Sales Automation software

Customer Relationship Management software

Job description

Employer Industry: Educational Publishing

Why consider this job opportunity:
- Salary up to $54,000 annually
- Opportunity to earn annual incentives through a Sales Compensation program with no maximum earnings cap
- Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Generous Paid Time Off program, including vacation, personal, and sick time
- 50% discount on Scholastic merchandise and potential for summers off
- Chance to contribute to children's literacy and education through engaging Book Fair experiences

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 prospects' needs and set up appointments for Account Managers
- Build and maintain relationships with educators and administrators to promote 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 efficiency

What is Required (Qualifications):
- Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Management, Marketing, or related field, or equivalent relevant experience
- Minimum of three (3) years of proven successful sales experience in retail or territory sales, event management, and customer service
- Proficiency in MS Office and experience with Sales Automation or Customer Relationship Management software
- Strong oral and written communication skills, including oral presentation abilities
- Outstanding interpersonal skills for building relationships with peers, superiors, and customers

How to Stand Out (Preferred Qualifications):
- Familiarity with children’s literature, Book Fairs, and school activities
- Demonstrated leadership abilities and qualities
- Experience in marketing and merchandising strategy and execution
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and execute a vision effectively

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