Inside Sales Representative

Job Description

Inside Telephone Sales Representative – Scholastic Education Division, Hoffman Estates, IL (Hybrid). Hourly base pay $21–$22 with commission.

If you enjoy connecting with people, uncovering opportunities, and contributing to meaningful educational outcomes, this role offers you a chance to build a career in sales while supporting Scholastic’s mission of helping children become lifelong readers and learners. You will sell our classroom magazine and help schools and districts achieve literacy goals through Scholastic Magazine resources.

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Paid Time Off (vacation, personal and sick time).
• 50% discount on Scholastic merchandise.
• 401(k) with company match.

• Opportunity to build a career in sales with a mission‑driven organization.
• Work with products that support literacy and learning for students.
• Collaborative and supportive inside sales team environment.
• Exposure to multiple education solutions and markets.
• Professional development and career growth opportunities.

• Manage an assigned territory of school and district accounts to achieve or exceed sales goals.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with educators, principals, and district leaders to understand their literacy and learning priorities.
• Conduct needs assessments and align Scholastic Magazines+ to current curriculum and standards.
• Upsell and cross‑sell other titles when appropriate to generate new business.
• Host online product demonstrations/implementation webinars using virtual platforms.
• Understand product line and technology components to recommend and demonstrate magazines that fit customer needs.
• Stay informed of terminology and current trends in education, including funding opportunities and state or district initiatives.
• Contribute to a positive, collaborative team culture that reflects Scholastic’s mission and values.
• Meet or exceed activity, lead generation, and pipeline goals.

• Preferred:
  Sales experience.
• Proficiency with MS Office and experience with sales automation, CRM or web‑based software.
• Ability to execute a vision, manage multiple priorities, and achieve results.
• Strong oral and written communication skills, including presentation skills.
• Outstanding interpersonal and relationship‑building skills with peers, superiors, and customers.
• Time:
  Full time.
• Job type:
  Regular seasonal.
• Location:
  
  Hoffman Estates, IL;
  Hybrid opportunity.

EEO Statement:
Scholastic is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide a workplace free of discrimination based on race, religion, color, sex, pregnancy, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, or status as a disabled veteran or Vietnam veteran.