New Business Sales Representative - Work from Home

Scholastic; Seattle (WA); Remote; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational services company is seeking a Sales Representative to promote and expand Scholastic Book Fairs. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree and three years of sales experience. This role offers a competitive salary, benefits, and the chance to impact children's literacy positively. Responsibilities include building relationships with schools, managing leads, and collaborating with the sales team to meet goals.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Generous Paid Time Off

50% discount on Scholastic merchandise

401k plan with company match

Opportunity for seasonal and annual incentives

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years of successful sales experience.
• Proficiency with MS Office and CRM software.

Responsibilities

• Prospect and establish relationships with schools and districts.
• Qualify leads and set up appointments for Account Managers.
• Maintain accurate records in the CRM system.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration

Tools

MS Office

Sales Automation Software

CRM Software

Job description

Employer Industry: Educational Services

Why consider this job opportunity:
- Competitive salary with a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Generous Paid Time Off program that includes vacation, personal, and sick time
- 50% discount on Scholastic merchandise
- 401k plan with company match and the possibility of summers off
- Opportunity to earn seasonal and annual incentives through a Sales Compensation program
- Chance to make a meaningful impact on children's literacy and education

What to Expect (Job Responsibilities):
- Prospect and establish relationships with schools and districts to promote and expand the reach of Scholastic Book Fairs
- Qualify leads and set up appointments for Account Managers by understanding potential partners' needs and interests
- Maintain accurate records of interactions and pipeline progress in the CRM system
- Collaborate with the sales team to enhance lead generation strategies and improve sales techniques
- Achieve budgeted Fair Counts and sales program goals through effective execution of sales methods

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 sales, event management, or customer service
- Proficiency with MS Office and experience with Sales Automation or Customer Relationship Management software
- Strong oral and written communication skills, including presentation skills
- Outstanding interpersonal skills and ability to build relationships with customers and internal teams

How to Stand Out (Preferred Qualifications):
- Familiarity with children’s literature, Book Fairs, and school activities
- Demonstrated leadership ability and qualities in previous roles
- Experience in marketing and merchandising strategy and execution

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