Field Sales Specialist - Part-time
Savvas Learning Company
Job at a glance
Savvas Learning Company is seeking a part-time Field Sales Specialist to work in our Midwest market, specifically supporting sales in Indiana. This position will be required to attend on-site customer meetings in Indiana and candidates must reside in the state to be considered.Responsibilities: · Implements specified project components under the direction of the local Account Manager. · Oversees projects related to marketing materials such as creating, copying, organizing, collating, or delivering on behalf on an Account Manager or the Market Manager.
· Strategically plans sales calls by outlined objectives and action steps from Account Manager. · Participates in customer calls with an Account Manager to answer questions to assist with a sale. · Performs customer outreach calls on behalf of Account Manager to follow up on product delivery, or to answer additional customer questions. · Responds to customers&rsquo requests and problems with appropriate timeliness and concern Develops professional credibility and trust with the customer.
· Prepares materials needed for conferences, meetings, or lunch & learn events. · Assists with various pre-presentation activities such as tabbing books, setting up displays and transporting of materials to evaluation sites. · Maintains records, prepares forms, verifies information, and resolves routine problems. · Provides general administrative or clerical assistance.
· Other duties as assigned. Qualifications: · B.A. degree or equivalent experience preferred. · K-12 classroom or curriculum experience preferred. · Experience in a sales-driven, quality-oriented organization preferred. · Proven experience networking with and influencing decision makers. · Excellent oral and written communication skills. · Detail oriented, strong organizational and multi-tasking skills.
· Computer skills with knowledge of Google Drive, Word, and Excel. · Strong analytical skills. Other Skills, Knowledge, Abilities: · Ability to drive decision makers to Savvas sales solutions. · Flexible and adaptable approach to a changing organization. · Must have excellent listening skills in delivering customer requested solutions. · Effective time management and communication via phone, emails, and site visits with customers.
· High learning curve when it comes to gaining knowledge of new and existing product lines and solutions. · Ability to use, demonstrate, stay current and drive technology trends internally and externally. Other: · Travel within the assigned territory will be required.