New Business Sales Representative - Work from Home

Scholastic; Urbandale (IA); Remote; USD 54,000; Full time

Job summary

A major educational publisher in Urbandale, Iowa is seeking a Sales Professional to build relationships with schools and promote literacy programs. The successful candidate will have 3+ years of sales experience, strong communication skills, and a Bachelor's degree. This role offers a competitive salary of up to $54,000 plus incentives and a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Generous Paid Time Off

50% discount on merchandise

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years of successful sales experience.
• Proficient in marketing and merchandising strategies.
• Outstanding interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Research and identify potential partners.
• Qualify prospects and set up appointments.
• Build relationships with educators.

Skills

Sales experience

Communication skills

Relationship building

MS Office proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration

Tools

Sales Automation Software

CRM Software

Job description

Overview

Employer Industry: Educational Publishing and Events

Why consider this job opportunity:

• Salary up to $54,000 per year
• Opportunity to earn annual incentives through a Sales Compensation program with no earnings cap
• 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 and potential summers off
• Chance to make a meaningful impact on children's literacy and education

What to Expect (Job Responsibilities):

• Research and identify potential school and district partners to initiate outreach
• Qualify prospects by understanding their needs and setting up appointments for Account Managers
• Build strong relationships with educators and administrators to promote Scholastic Reading Events
• Maintain accurate records of interactions and track progress towards sales goals in the CRM system
• Collaborate with the sales team to enhance lead generation strategies and sales techniques

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent relevant 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 Customer Relationship Management software
• Strong oral and written communication skills, including presentation abilities
• Outstanding interpersonal skills for building relationships with peers, superiors, and customers

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with children’s literature, Book Fairs, and school activities
• Proven leadership ability and qualities in sales and customer service environments
• Proficient in marketing and merchandising strategy and execution

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