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The University of Chicago

Midwest Sales Representative

The University of Chicago, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290

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Overview Why consider this job opportunity:

Salary up to $77,000.00

Flexible work times and hours, including occasional weekend or evening work/travel

Opportunity to work remotely with a dedicated workspace and reliable internet service

Comprehensive benefits including health, retirement, and paid time off

Company car, credit card, and laptop provided for work purposes

Engage in a dynamic role that supports the dissemination of scholarly work and cultural enrichment

Responsibilities

Travel seasonally to sell frontlist titles in person and maximize opportunities with various accounts

Continuously promote and support backlist sales through creative sales strategies

Create and share custom Edelweiss collections and markups to enhance sales efforts

Handle account inquiries and provide exceptional customer support to ensure satisfaction

Collaborate with client publishers and represent the employer at trade shows and conferences

Qualifications

Minimum educational requirement: College or university degree in a related field

2-5 years of work experience in a related job discipline

Strong understanding of the book retail sector, including market trends and distribution channels

Proficiency with Edelweiss and Microsoft Outlook programs, Teams, and Zoom

Valid driver\'s license

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in a related field

Independent bookstore experience

Proven ability to cultivate and develop positive business relationships

Advanced organizational skills and detail-oriented mindset

Excellent verbal and written communication skills for presenting books and conveying information effectively

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