New Business Sales Representative - Work from Home

Scholastic; Springfield (MO); Remote; USD 54,000; Full time

Job summary

A premier educational company seeks a Sales Representative in Springfield, MO, to build partnerships with schools and promote literacy. Ideal candidates hold a Bachelor's degree and have sales experience. Offering a salary up to $54,000, a comprehensive benefits package, and opportunities for career growth in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Salary up to $54,000 per year

Annual incentives with no earnings cap

Comprehensive benefits package

Flexible Paid Time Off

50% discount on company merchandise

Potential for summers off

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years of successful sales experience in retail, event management, or customer service.
• Outstanding interpersonal skills for building relationships with peers and customers.

Responsibilities

• Research and identify potential school and district partners.
• Qualify prospects by understanding their needs.
• Build and maintain relationships with educators to promote literacy initiatives.

Skills

Sales experience

Communication skills

Relationship building

Proficiency with MS Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree in relevant field

Tools

CRM software experience

Job description

Overview

Employer Industry: Educational Sales and Publishing

Why consider this job opportunity:

• Salary up to $54,000 per year
• Opportunity to earn annual incentives with no maximum earnings cap
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Flexible Paid Time Off program that includes vacation, personal, and sick time
• Generous 50% discount on Scholastic merchandise
• Potential for summers off

Responsibilities

• Research and identify potential school and district partners, initiating outreach through calls, emails, and social media
• Qualify prospects by understanding their needs and setting up appointments for Account Managers
• Build and maintain relationships with educators and administrators to promote literacy initiatives
• Maintain accurate records of interactions and track progress toward sales goals in the CRM system
• Collaborate with the sales team to enhance lead generation strategies and improve overall sales effectiveness

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in Business Administration, Management, Marketing, or related field
• Minimum of three (3) years of successful sales experience in retail, event management, or customer service
• Proficiency with MS Office and experience with Sales Automation or CRM software
• Strong oral and written communication skills, including the ability to present effectively
• Outstanding interpersonal skills for building relationships with peers and customers

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with children’s literature and school activities
• Proven leadership abilities within sales environments
• Experience in marketing and merchandising strategy execution
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and achieve results under pressure

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