Education and Library Sales Specialist

3 weeks ago


Richmond, Virginia, United States Gumdrop Books Full time
About Gumdrop Books

We are a leading distributor of educational products, offering a vast collection of books, eBooks, and online resources to the Pre-K to 12 school and public library markets.

Our team is dedicated to delivering exceptional product knowledge and customer service to educators and librarians worldwide.

Job Description

We are seeking a self-motivated and driven individual to join our team as an Education and Library Sales Consultant for Virginia and West Virginia.

As a key member of our sales team, you will work with existing customers and develop new business by visiting schools and libraries, providing onsite presentations, and selling our products within the assigned sales territory.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Working with the Regional Sales Manager to implement effective sales strategies to drive sales within the assigned territory
  • Identifying prospects, setting appointments, and making effective qualifying sales calls to expand new business
  • Building and maintaining long-lasting relationships with new and existing customers within the assigned sales territory
  • Traveling within the territory to meet with and sell to customers
  • Maintaining comprehensive knowledge of our products and services to effectively present to customers
  • Attending local and/or state trade shows

This is an Independent Contractor position.

About You

We are looking for someone with a strong ability to work and relate to customers in the education and public library industry.

Key qualifications include:

  • Proven sales track record in new account acquisition and retention
  • Exceptional speaking and active listening skills
  • Self-motivated and driven
  • Able to prospect and cold call effectively
  • Basic computer skills (Microsoft Office – Word, Excel)
  • Reliable transportation
  • Ability to lift 30 pounds
  • College degree preferred

Former librarians, educators, and teachers make excellent candidates.

About the Benefits

We offer a competitive commission rate paid weekly, profit-sharing bonus with paid summers off, exclusive territory, and advancement opportunities.



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