Sales Representative; Baton Rouge

Impact the Moment

When was the last time you experienced the impact of your work? Our Higher Ed Sales team thrives on building meaningful relationships with educators and learners. With that comes the unique opportunity to impact lives across the world and experience first‑hand the difference your hard work makes.

We’re looking for a Higher Education Sales Representative to support a territory of universities and colleges in and around Baton Rouge and Lafayette. Reporting to a District Sales Manager in our Higher Education Sales Organization, the Sales Representative will be responsible for driving digital product sales within the assigned territory by connecting with faculty and key stakeholders at colleges and universities.

Sales Representatives are experienced communicators who are highly organized, data‑driven, and can quickly learn and leverage new technologies to maximize the impact of McGraw Hill solutions on educators and learners. The ideal candidate has an entrepreneurial spirit – is willing to seek out, engage and close business all while working in a dynamic and complex environment. Intellectual curiosity and an appreciation for educational institutions are keys to success in this role.

We are seeking candidates that reside in Baton Rouge or Lafayette. Sales Representatives spend 5 days per week on campus throughout the semesters in the territory and are required to have a valid driver’s license. Travel for regional meetings may be required 3–4 times per year and travel to our annual National Sales Meeting is also required.

• Driving Digital Transformation:
  You’ll play a pivotal role in transitioning institutions to digital learning solutions, helping educators enhance student engagement and outcomes.
• Building Relationships:
  Developing trust and rapport with faculty and administrators is central to this role.
• Expanding Market Reach:
  Through proactive outreach and discovery sessions, you’ll identify new opportunities to grow McGraw Hill’s presence in untapped course areas.
• Collaborating Across Teams:
  Working closely with internal teams and campus stakeholders ensures seamless delivery and implementation of solutions, fostering long‑term partnerships.

• Entrepreneurial Mindset:
  Your ability to independently seek out opportunities, adapt to challenges, and creatively solve problems will be key to thriving in this dynamic environment.
• Technological Proficiency:
  Quickly learning and demonstrating McGraw Hill’s digital tools will help you effectively showcase their value to educators.
• Organizational
  
  Skills:
  
  Managing a territory pipeline, tracking progress in CRM systems, and balancing travel demands requires strong time‑management and attention to detail.
• Communication Expertise:
  Clear, persuasive communication is essential for delivering impactful presentations and building trust with diverse stakeholders.

• Daily Travel:
  Spend five days per week on campuses in the greater Baton Rouge and Lafayette area, engaging directly with faculty and staff. Occasional out‑of‑state travel for company meetings is also expected.
• Residency and Licensing:
  Must reside within the territory and hold a valid driver’s license.

• Bachelor’s Degree and at least 2 years of sales experience.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• High achiever with a track record of success.
• Competitive spirit and passion to succeed.
• Team collaborator, adaptable to change.
• Capacity to think outside the box and solve problems independently.
• Excellent presentation, interpersonal communication, and time‑management skills.

The pay range for this position is $62,000–$80,000 annually, with base pay varying based on experience and location. An annual bonus plan is provided, along with a full range of medical and/or other benefits. Learn more about our benefit offerings.

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