New Business Sales Representative - Work from Home

Scholastic; Waldorf (MD); Remote; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in education and publishing is seeking a Sales Representative to build relationships with schools and promote literacy initiatives. This role offers a competitive salary, full benefits, and a supportive environment focused on inspiring children. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's degree and at least three years of sales experience.

Benefits

Competitive salary with seasonal and annual incentives

Full benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage

Generous Paid Time Off program

50% discount on Scholastic merchandise

Opportunity for summers off

Qualifications

• Minimum of three (3) years of successful sales experience.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Outstanding interpersonal skills for relationship-building.

Responsibilities

• Prospect and identify potential school and district partners.
• Qualify leads and set up appointments for Account Managers.
• Maintain accurate records of interactions in the CRM system.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Sales Skills

Education

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

Tools

MS Office

CRM or sales automation tools

Job description

Employer Industry: Education and Publishing

Why consider this job opportunity:
- Competitive salary with opportunities for seasonal and annual incentives
- Full benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Generous Paid Time Off program, including vacation, personal, and sick time
- 50% discount on Scholastic merchandise
- Opportunity for summers off
- Supportive environment focused on inspiring children and promoting literacy

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

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 successful sales experience in retail, 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 abilities
- Outstanding interpersonal skills for relationship-building with clients and team members

How to Stand Out (Preferred Qualifications):
- Familiarity with children’s literature, Book Fairs, and school activities
- Proven leadership ability and qualities in a sales environment
- Experience in marketing and merchandising strategy execution

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