New Business Sales Representative - Work from Home

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

Job summary

A leading education and publishing company is seeking a Sales Representative in Round Rock, Texas. This role involves building relationships with educators, qualifying leads, and meeting sales goals. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree and a minimum of three years of sales experience. The position offers a competitive salary up to $54,000 per year, with comprehensive benefits and an opportunity for career growth.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and vision

50% discount on merchandise

Opportunity for annual incentives

Generous Paid Time Off program

Potential for summers off

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years of successful sales experience.
• Proficiency in communication skills, both oral and written.
• Experience in building relationships with various stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Research and identify potential school and district partners.
• Qualify leads and set up appointments for Account Managers.
• Track progress toward sales goals and maintain CRM records.
• Collaborate with the sales team on outreach strategies.

Skills

Sales experience

Communication skills

Relationship building

MS Office proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

Tools

CRM systems

Sales Automation tools

Job description

Overview

Employer Industry: Education and 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 including medical, dental, and vision coverage, as well as a generous Paid Time Off program
• 50% discount on Scholastic merchandise
• Potential for summers off, promoting work-life balance
• Chance to contribute to children\'s literacy and educational experiences in schools

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
• Track progress toward sales goals and maintain accurate records in the CRM system
• Collaborate with the sales team to refine outreach strategies and enhance lead generation

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent relevant experience in Business Administration, Management, Marketing, or a related field
• Minimum of three (3) years of successful sales experience in retail or district/territory sales, event management, or customer service
• Proficiency with MS Office software and experience with Sales Automation or Customer Relationship Management systems
• Strong oral and written communication skills, including presentation abilities
• Outstanding interpersonal skills and the ability to build relationships with various stakeholders

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with children’s literature, Book Fairs, and school activities
• Proven leadership ability and qualities
• Experience in marketing and merchandising strategy execution

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