Sales Assistant

Scholastic Book Fairs • New York, NY

2d • $52,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

This position will support the team that sells to special markets accounts. The role will include supporting our in-house team and our commissioned rep gift sales force. Scholastic Corporation (NASDAQ: SCHL) has been meeting children where they are – at school, at home and in their communities – by creating quality content and experiences, all beginning with literacy. Scholastic delivers stories, characters, and learning moments that empower all kids to become lifelong readers and learners through bestselling children’s books, literacy- and knowledge-building resources for schools including classroom magazines, and award-winning, entertaining children's media. As the world's largest publisher and distributor of children's books through school-based book clubs and book fairs, classroom libraries, school and public libraries, retail, and online, and with a global reach into more than 135 countries, Scholastic encourages the personal and intellectual growth of all children, while nurturing a lifelong relationship with reading, themselves, and the world around them.

Requirements

• Self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Excellent organizational, analytical skills with attention to detail.
• Skilled in Microsoft Office—particularly Excel, Word, Powerpoint.
• Ability to work independently and prioritize workflow to meet critical deadlines.
• Self-motivated, disciplined, commitment to quality and strong team player.
• Ability to be flexible and adapt to change.
• Associate’s Degree/College Diploma

Nice To Haves

• Experience in publishing or with a literary agent a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist in managing the commissioned gift rep sales force, including attending seasonal gift shows.
• Prepare title presentations for in-house accounts.
• Oversee event orders and author orders.
• Coordinate with internal teams—including customer service, Publicity, and Marketing Operations.
• Conduct industry research to build leads and help identify new growth opportunities.
• Maintain account terms and grow key group accounts.
• Manage sample mailings and sales materials.
• Collaborate with the Trade sales support team.

Benefits

• 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 Contributions
• Tuition-Free programs for undergraduate and graduate degrees
• Generous Parental Leave Program
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) with opportunity for discounted stock at a 15% discount

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree