New Business Sales Representative - Work from Home

Scholastic; Waldorf (MD); Remote; USD 54,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational services company in Waldorf, MD is seeking a Sales Representative to drive relationships with schools and districts. The ideal candidate will have proven sales experience and the ability to manage outreach effectively. Key responsibilities include qualifying prospects, promoting educational events, and collaborating with the sales team. Competitive salary up to $54,000 plus incentives and comprehensive benefits are offered.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Generous Paid Time Off

50% discount on company merchandise

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years of successful sales experience.
• Proficiency with MS Office and Sales Automation technology.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Research and identify potential school and district partners.
• Qualify prospects and set appointments for Account Managers.
• Build relationships with educators to promote reading events.

Skills

Sales experience

Communication skills

CRM software proficiency

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or related field

Tools

MS Office

Sales Automation software

Job description

Employer Industry: Educational Services

Why consider this job opportunity:
- Base salary up to $54,000 per year
- Opportunity to earn 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
- Possibility of summers off

What to Expect (Job Responsibilities):
- Research and identify potential school and district partners; initiate outreach through calls, emails, and social media
- Qualify prospects 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 and refine sales techniques

What is Required (Qualifications):
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in Business Administration, Management, Marketing, or a related field
- Minimum of three (3) years of proven successful sales experience in retail or territory sales
- Proficiency with MS Office and experience with Sales Automation or CRM software
- Strong oral and written communication skills, including presentation skills
- Outstanding interpersonal skills with the ability to build relationships with customers and colleagues

How to Stand Out (Preferred Qualifications):
- Familiarity with children’s literature, Book Fairs, and school activities
- Experience in event management and personal selling
- Demonstrated leadership ability and qualities
- Proficiency in marketing and merchandising strategy and execution
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and achieve results

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