Scholastic

New Business Sales Representative - Work from Home

4 days ago

PayCompetitive
LocationKalamazoo/Michigan
Employment typeFull-Time

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  • Job Description

      Req#: R14373
      Employer Industry: Education and Publishing

      Why consider this job opportunity:
      - Opportunity to earn seasonal and annual incentives in addition to a competitive base salary
      - 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
      - Opportunity for summers off
      - Chance to make a positive impact on children's literacy and education

      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 school needs and set up appointments for Account Managers
      - Build and maintain 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 enhance lead generation strategies and improve overall 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 or district/territory sales, event management, or customer service
      - Proficiency in MS Office software and experience with Customer Relationship Management systems
      - Strong oral and written communication skills, including presentation abilities
      - Outstanding interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships with customers 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 previous roles
      - Experience in marketing and merchandising strategy execution

      #Education #SalesOpportunity #LiteracyPromotion #CareerGrowth #WorkFromHome

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  • About the company

      Find the best books, literary resources and educational solutions for kids at Scholastic, a leader in publishing and education for nearly 100 years.

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