New Business Sales Representative - Work from Home

Scholastic; Warner Robins (GA); Remote; USD 54,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational publishing company in Warner Robins, GA is looking for a Sales representative to establish partnerships with schools and promote reading events. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree and at least three years of sales experience. The position offers a salary up to $54,000, an annual incentives program, and a comprehensive benefits package including medical coverage and generous paid time off.

Benefits

Salary up to $54,000

Comprehensive benefits package

50% discount on merchandise

Generous Paid Time Off

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years of successful sales experience in relevant fields.
• Proficiency in MS Office and CRM software.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Research and identify potential partners through outreach.
• Qualify leads and set up appointments.
• Promote Scholastic Reading Events.
• Maintain accurate records in the CRM.
• Collaborate with the sales team on strategies.

Skills

Sales experience

Communication skills

Relationship-building

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or related field

Tools

MS Office

CRM software

Job description

Overview

Employer Industry: Educational Publishing and Event Management

Why consider this job opportunity

• 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
• Potential for summers off, promoting work-life balance

What to Expect (Job Responsibilities)

• Research and identify potential school and district partners through outbound calls, emails, and social media outreach
• Qualify leads by understanding prospects\' needs and set up appointments for Account Managers
• Establish rapport 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 enhance lead generation strategies and improve sales effectiveness

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, district/territory sales, event management, or customer service
• Proficiency in MS Office and experience with Sales Automation or Customer Relationship Management software
• Strong oral and written communication skills, including presentation abilities
• Outstanding interpersonal skills with a focus on relationship-building

How to Stand Out (Preferred Qualifications)

• Familiarity with children’s literature, Book Fairs, and school activities
• Proven leadership ability and demonstrated qualities in previous roles
• Experience in marketing and merchandising strategy and execution

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