New Business Sales Representative - Work from Home

Scholastic; Yakima (WA); Remote; USD 45,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational services provider in Yakima is seeking a Sales Representative to connect with schools and districts. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree and at least three years of sales experience, with strong communication skills. This role offers a salary up to $54,000 per year, comprehensive benefits, and incentives based on performance.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Generous employee discount

Opportunity for incentives

Qualifications

• 3+ years of successful sales experience.
• Strong ability to build relationships.
• Proficiency in MS Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Research and identify potential school and district partners.
• Qualify leads and facilitate appointments with Account Managers.
• Manage a sales pipeline in the CRM system.

Skills

Strong oral and written communication skills

Outstanding interpersonal skills

Proficiency in MS Office

Experience in sales

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Sales Automation or CRM software

Job description

Overview

Employer Industry: Educational Services

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, vision, and a 401k with company match
• Generous employee discount of 50% on Scholastic merchandise
• Potential for summers off, providing work-life balance
• Supportive environment that promotes literacy and lifelong learning for children

What to Expect

Responsibilities

• Research and identify potential school and district partners through various outreach methods
• Qualify leads by understanding their needs and facilitate appointments with Account Managers
• Build and maintain strong relationships with educators and school administrators
• Manage a sales pipeline, tracking progress towards sales goals in the CRM system
• Collaborate with the sales team to refine strategies and improve lead generation efficiency

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent 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 in MS Office, with experience in Sales Automation or CRM software
• Strong oral and written communication skills, including presentation abilities
• Outstanding interpersonal skills and ability to build relationships with customers and team members

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with children’s literature and experience with Book Fairs or school activities
• Proven leadership ability and qualities in previous roles
• Experience in marketing and merchandising strategy execution
• Ability to manage multiple priorities effectively and achieve results

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