Field Sales Assistant
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Job Description:THE OPPORTUNITYScholastic is seeking a Field Sales Assistant for the independent bookstore channel and Books-A-Million. The sales assistant will report to the Director of Field Sales/Special Markets and provide sales support to our field sales team.RESPONSIBILITIESSoliciting field sales rep quantities for sales materialsUploading invoices and coop claims for all field and special markets accounts and Books-A-MillionSupporting the Books-A-Million Sales Manager with sales calls and previewsArranging the bi-weekly field team call and taking notesCreating various sales reports and sell sheetsWorking closely with the field sales reps on all materials needed for Regional ShowsResearching potential new accounts and assisting with processing new account paperworkWorking closely with the Sales Director to create targeted account lists for monthly marketing mailingsAssisting with sales related projects as neededWHO WE AREScholastic Corporation (NASDAQ: SCHL) is the world's largest publisher and distributor of children's books, a leading provider of core literacy curriculum and professional services, and a producer of educational and entertaining children's media. The Company creates quality books and ebooks, print and technology-based learning programs for pre-K to grade 12, classroom magazines and other products and services that support children's learning both in school and at home. With operations in 14 international offices and exports to 165 countries, Scholastic makes quality, affordable books available to all children around the world through school-based book clubs and book fairs, classroom collections, school and public libraries, retail and online. True to its mission of 100+ years to encourage the personal and intellectual growth of all children beginning with literacy, the Company has earned a reputation as a trusted partner to educators and families. Learn more at www.scholastic.com .Some benefits that we offer:Full suite of health and wellness benefits (including a $0 deductible Medical Plan)Retirement Savings Plan 401(k) with options for both Roth and Traditional ContributionsTuition-Free programs for undergraduate and graduate degreesGenerous Parental Leave ProgramEmployee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) with opportunity for discounted stock at a 15% discountThank you for your consideration in choosing Scholastic.QualificationsHOW YOU CAN FIT (Qualifications)Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:Proficient in MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.Familiar with Google DocsHighly organizedStrong time management skillsAbility to multitask and meet deadlinesExperience and Education:Bachelor's DegreeStrong interest in sales, preferably in publishingTime Type:Full timeJob Type:RegularJob Family Group:SalesLocation Region/State:New YorkCompensation Range:Annual Salary: 48,500.00 - 52,000.00EEO Statement:Scholastic is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our policy is clear: there shall be no discrimination on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, pregnancy, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, or status as a disabled veteran or Vietnam veteran. Those factors shall not influence the determination of qualifications for a job or other opportunity within the company. Further, all personnel actions (such as compensation, tuition aid, benefits, transfers, promotions, and dismissals, company-sponsored training, social and recreational programs) shall be administered without discrimination.EEO is the Law Poster ( Scholastic Policy StatementPay Transparency Provision ( Corporation (NASDAQ: SCHL) is the world's largest publisher and distributor of children's books, a leading provider of core literacy curriculum and professional services, and a producer of educational and entertaining children's media. The Company creates quality books and ebooks, print and technology-based learning programs for pre-K to grade 12, classroom magazines and other products and services that support children's learning both in school and at home. With operations in 14 international offices and exports to 165 countries, Scholastic makes quality, affordable books available to all children around the world through school-based book clubs and book fairs, classroom collections, school and public libraries, retail and online. True to its mission of 97 years to encourage the personal and intellectual growth of all children beginning with literacy, the Company has earned a reputation as a trusted partner to educators and families. Learn more at: www.scholastic.comWe're always looking for talented people to join Scholastic in instilling a love of reading and lifelong learning in children. At Scholastic, our benefit plans have been designed to be in line with market conditions and employee needs. Our plans provide flexibility and allow individuals a broad range of choices that can be tailored to meet each employee's needs. Scholastic is an Equal Opportunity Employer.