Job Overview
Employment Type
Temporary
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $48,000.00 - $54,000.00
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Benefits
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Paid Time Off
401k
employee discount
Seasonal schedule
Job Description
Scholastic is a globally recognized leader in children’s publishing and educational materials, dedicated to fostering a love of reading and lifelong learning among children, educators, and families. With a strong presence in schools through its various programs and initiatives, Scholastic delivers engaging, innovative content and experiences that empower students to explore the world of books and knowledge. One of Scholastic’s signature initiatives is the Scholastic Book Fairs program, an in-person experience that transforms school libraries and commons into vibrant bookstores where children can discover books that inspire them to read, learn, and grow. Annually, Scholastic Book Fairs hosts approximately 110,000... Show More
Job Requirements
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent relevant experience
- minimum of three years of proven successful sales experience
- proficiency with MS Office software
- experience with sales automation and CRM software
- familiarity with children's literature and school activities desired
- ability to manage multiple priorities and achieve results
- strong communication skills
- excellent interpersonal and relationship-building skills
- proficiency in marketing and merchandising
Job Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent relevant experience in Business Administration, Management, Marketing, or related field
- minimum of three years of proven successful sales experience in retail or district/territory sales, event management, personal selling, and customer service with noted leadership ability
- proficiency with MS Office software
- experience with sales automation, CRM or web-based software programs
- familiarization with children's literature, Book Fairs, and school activities desired
- ability to execute a vision, manage multiple priorities, and achieve results
- strong oral and written communication skills including oral presentation
- outstanding interpersonal and relationship-building skills
- proficient in marketing and merchandising strategy and execution
Job Duties
- Research and identify potential school and district partners
- initiate outbound calls, emails, and social media outreach to decision-makers such as Principals, PTS Leaders and School Administrators
- qualify prospects by understanding their needs, timelines, and interests in hosting Book Fairs
- set up appointments and pass along qualified leads to Account Managers
- establish rapport with educators and administrators, emphasizing the value of Scholastic Reading Events
- maintain accurate and up-to-date records of interactions in the CRM system
- track progress toward monthly and quarterly goals
- work closely with the sales team to align outreach strategies and improve lead generation efficiency
- achieve goals by booking events from the seasonal prospecting list within assigned territory
- identify and respond to opportunities to impact sales and customer satisfaction
- coordinate high-level revenue-building activities of Book Fairs
- prioritize tasks and adjust strategies to meet goals
- support a high level of customer satisfaction
- develop customer relationships by understanding requirements
- build rapport and cooperative relationships with customers
- provide value and ensure exceptional customer experiences
- listen patiently and demonstrate genuine interest in customers
- partner with Operations Department to share customer information
- contribute to the enhancement of Scholastic's products, services, and internal operations
- support the mission to encourage reading and promote lifelong learning
- work with business partners to implement new technologies
- maintain business confidentiality
- attend Scholastic events as required
- perform other sales duties as assigned by manager
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
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