New Business Sales Representative - Work from Home

Scholastic; Tampa (FL); Remote; USD 45,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational services company in Tampa is seeking a Sales Representative to promote Book Fairs and engage with school partners. The ideal candidate has a degree in Business Administration and three years of sales experience. This role offers a salary of up to $54,000, comprehensive benefits, and a supportive work culture focused on inspiring a love for reading in children.

Benefits

Salary up to $54,000

Comprehensive benefits package

Generous Paid Time Off

50% discount on merchandise

Supportive work culture

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years of successful sales experience in retail or event management.
• Strong oral and written communication skills, including presentation skills.
• Outstanding interpersonal skills and ability to build relationships.

Responsibilities

• Research and identify potential school and district partners for Book Fairs.
• Qualify leads and set up appointments for Account Managers.
• Build relationships with educators and school administrators to promote literacy.
• Maintain accurate records and track progress in the CRM system.

Skills

Sales experience

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

MS Office proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s degree in relevant field

Tools

CRM software

Job description

Overview

Educational Services industry opportunity with salary up to $54,000 per year. Opportunity for 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. Supportive work culture focused on inspiring a love for reading in children.

Responsibilities

• Research and identify potential school and district partners for Book Fairs
• Qualify leads and set up appointments for Account Managers
• Build relationships with educators and school administrators to promote literacy
• Maintain accurate records of interactions and track progress in the CRM system
• Collaborate with the sales team to improve lead generation strategies and achieve sales targets

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent relevant experience in Business Administration, Management, Marketing, or related field
• Minimum of three (3) years of proven successful sales experience in retail or district/territory sales, event management, or customer service
• Proficiency with MS Office software and experience with CRM or sales automation tools
• Strong oral and written communication skills, including presentation skills
• Outstanding interpersonal skills and ability to build relationships with customers and team members

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with children’s literature, Book Fairs, and school activities
• Proven leadership abilities and qualities demonstrated in previous roles
• Experience in marketing and merchandising strategy and execution
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and execute a vision effectively

Benefits & Perks

• Salary up to $54,000 per year
• Opportunity for 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
• Supportive work culture focused on inspiring a love for reading in children

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