Remote Higher-Ed Sales Rep with Uncapped Commissions

Flatworld; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Dental insurance

Disability insurance

Health insurance

Life insurance

Mileage reimbursement

Paid time off

Travel reimbursement

Vision insurance

Remote role

Job summary

FlatWorld is hiring a Sales Representative to persuade faculty to adopt our digital-first textbooks and Homework system. You will build relationships, identify decision-makers, and close sales while leveraging our consultative approach.

Starting with remote training, you will eventually work on campus within your territory, traveling during peak sales seasons. The role requires 40+ hours weekly and a strong drive to reshape the textbook market.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four year college or university.
• Excellent listening, oral and written communication skills in English.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Ability to build relationships and work independently in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency with Salesforce and common collaboration tools (Google Meet, Zoom, Salesforce, Slack, Google Suite).

Responsibilities

• Create and execute a territory plan focusing on Tier 1 accounts.
• Respond to inbound inquiries and identify opportunities in your territory.
• Achieve and surpass sales goals through relationship-building and solution selling.
• Refine selling approaches using feedback from peers, management and tools.
• Manage company resources and marketing collateral within compliance.
• Act in a client-facing role and live in the territory.
• Work 40+ hours per week (Mon–Fri) and travel to top institutions during peak seasons.

Skills

Communication (English)

Organization

Strategic thinking

Creativity & execution

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Salesforce

Google Meet

Zoom

Slack

Google Suite

Job description

FlatWorld is hiring a Sales Representative to persuade faculty to adopt our digital-first textbooks and Homework system. You will build relationships, identify decision-makers, and close sales while leveraging our consultative approach.

Starting with remote training, you will eventually work on campus within your territory, traveling during peak sales seasons. The role requires 40+ hours weekly and a strong drive to reshape the textbook market.