New Business Sales Representative - Work from Home

Scholastic; Waco (TX); Remote; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational publishing company is seeking a Sales Representative to drive partnerships with schools and districts. This role involves prospecting, relationship management, and utilizing CRM tools to achieve sales goals. Candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree and at least three years of sales experience, with a passion for promoting literacy and educational initiatives.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Generous Paid Time Off program

50% discount on Scholastic merchandise

Potential for seasonal and annual incentives

Possibility of having summers off

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent relevant experience required.
• Minimum of three years of successful sales experience.
• Proficiency with MS Office and CRM software.

Responsibilities

• Prospect and identify potential school and district partners.
• Manage and track interactions in the CRM system.
• Collaborate with the sales team to improve lead generation.

Skills

Sales experience

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Management, Marketing, or related field

Tools

MS Office

Sales Automation or CRM software

Job description

Employer Industry: Educational Publishing and Events

Why consider this job opportunity:
- Opportunity for career advancement and growth within the organization
- Medical, dental, and vision benefits included
- Generous Paid Time Off program, including vacation, personal, and sick time
- 50% discount on Scholastic merchandise
- Potential for seasonal and annual incentives through the Sales Compensation program
- Possibility of having summers off

What to Expect (Job Responsibilities):
- Prospect and identify potential school and district partners through various outreach methods
- Qualify leads by understanding the needs and interests of schools regarding Book Fairs
- Establish and maintain relationships with educators and administrators to promote literacy
- Manage and track interactions in the CRM system to meet sales goals
- Collaborate with the sales team to refine outreach strategies and improve lead generation

What is Required (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
- Proficiency with MS Office software and experience with Sales Automation or CRM software
- Strong oral and written communication skills, including presentation abilities
- Outstanding interpersonal and relationship-building skills

How to Stand Out (Preferred Qualifications):
- Familiarity with children’s literature, Book Fairs, and school activities
- Experience in event management and personal selling

#Education #Sales #BookFairs #CustomerService #CareerOpportunity

We prioritize candidate privacy and champion equal-opportunity employment. Central to our mission is our partnership with companies that share this commitment. We aim to foster a fair, transparent, and secure hiring environment for all. If you encounter any employer not adhering to these principles, please bring it to our attention immediately.
We are not the EOR (Employer of Record) for this position. Our role in this specific opportunity is to connect outstanding candidates with a top-tier employer.