New Business Sales Representative - Work from Home

Scholastic; Village of Patchogue (NY); Remote; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational publishing company is seeking a sales professional to connect with schools and districts, promoting literacy through engaging events. This role offers a comprehensive benefits package, seasonal incentives, and a chance to contribute to educational communities. Ideal candidates will have a strong sales background and excellent communication skills, along with a passion for children's literature.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Paid Time Off program

50% discount on Scholastic merchandise

Potential for summers off

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of successful sales experience in retail or district sales.
• Proficiency with MS Office and CRM tools.

Responsibilities

• Prospect and research potential school partners through calls and emails.
• Build relationships with educators to promote literacy.
• Maintain records in the CRM system and track sales goals.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration

Tools

MS Office

CRM tools

Job description

Employer Industry: Educational Publishing and Book Fairs

Why consider this job opportunity:
- Opportunity to earn seasonal and annual incentives through a Sales Compensation program
- Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Paid Time Off program encompassing vacation, personal, and sick leave
- Generous 50% discount on Scholastic merchandise
- Potential for summers off, promoting work-life balance
- Chance to contribute to a mission that inspires a love for reading and supports educational communities

What to Expect (Job Responsibilities):
- Prospect and research potential school and district partners through outbound calls, emails, and social media outreach
- Qualify leads by understanding their needs and setting appointments for Account Managers
- Build relationships with educators and administrators to promote literacy and the value of Scholastic Reading Events
- Maintain accurate records in the CRM system and track progress toward sales goals
- Collaborate with the sales team to enhance outreach strategies and improve lead generation efficiency

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 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 tools
- Strong oral and written communication skills, including presentation abilities
- Outstanding interpersonal skills with the ability to build relationships with peers, superiors, and customers

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

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