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Scholastic

New Business Sales Representative - Work from Home

Scholastic, Elizabeth City, North Carolina, United States

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Overview Employer Industry: Educational Publishing and Events

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 and potential for summers off

Chance to make a significant impact on children's literacy and education

Responsibilities

Research and identify potential school and district partners for Book Fairs

Qualify leads by understanding the needs of prospects and setting up appointments

Build 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 align outreach strategies and improve lead generation efficiency

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent relevant experience in Business Administration, Management, Marketing, or a related field

Minimum of three (3) years of proven successful sales experience in retail or district/territory sales

Proficiency with MS Office software and experience with Sales Automation or Customer Relationship Management software

Strong oral and written communication skills, including presentation skills

Outstanding interpersonal and relationship-building skills with peers and customers

Preferred Qualifications

Familiarity with children’s literature, Book Fairs, and school activities

Experience in event management and personal selling

Proficient in marketing and merchandising strategy and execution

Demonstrated leadership ability and qualities

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