New Business Sales Representative - Work from Home

Scholastic; Rockwall (TX); Remote; USD 45,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational publisher is seeking a Sales Representative who will inspire a love for reading among children. You will build relationships with educators and manage sales pipelines. Candidates should possess a Bachelor’s degree and at least three years of sales experience. This position offers a salary up to $54,000 annually with a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Generous benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage

50% discount on merchandise

Potential for summers off

Paid Time Off program

Qualifications

• Minimum of three (3) years of proven successful sales experience in retail or district/territory sales.
• Strong oral and written communication skills, including presentation abilities.
• Outstanding interpersonal and relationship-building skills.

Responsibilities

• Research and identify potential school and district partners through outbound calls.
• Build and maintain relationships with educators and administrators.
• Manage a pipeline by keeping accurate records in the CRM system.

Skills

Sales experience

Relationship-building

Communication skills

MS Office proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or related field

Tools

CRM systems

Sales Automation tools

Job description

Overview

Employer Industry: Education and Publishing

Why consider this job opportunity

• Salary up to $54,000 annually
• Opportunity for career advancement and growth within the organization
• Generous benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 50% discount on Scholastic merchandise
• Potential for summers off and a Paid Time Off program that includes vacation, personal, and sick time
• Unique chance to inspire a love for reading among children and support schools in fundraising efforts

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 setting up appointments for Account Managers
• Build and maintain relationships with educators and administrators to emphasize the value of Scholastic Reading Events
• Manage a pipeline by keeping accurate records of interactions in the CRM system and tracking progress toward goals
• Collaborate with the sales team to improve lead generation strategies and stay updated on industry trends

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 or district/territory sales
• Proficiency with MS Office software and experience with Sales Automation and Customer Relationship Management systems
• Strong oral and written communication skills, including presentation abilities
• Outstanding interpersonal and relationship-building skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with children’s literature, Book Fairs, and school activities
• Experience in event management and personal selling
• Ability to execute a vision and manage multiple priorities effectively
• Knowledge of marketing and merchandising strategy execution

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