Independent Sales Representative for Academic Innovations
Independent Sales Reps (ISR) within the educational industry are independent contractors. Independent Sales Reps will market our print and online curricula and will cultivate new accounts from initial contact to closing. In the education market this is done by:
In brief, the Independent Sales Rep will run their own business and set their own goals (based on our minimums). This is an excellent opportunity for an individual who:
The successful representative must possess a bachelor’s degree and a track record in educational sales in either the textbook or educational technology arena. This is mandatory. Excellent verbal and written communication skills are required, along with the ability to make phone calls to build relationships with customers. Experience using a sales CRM, preferably Salesforce, is desired. This opportunity requires a highly organized, results-oriented, and energetic individual with top computer skills. ISRs make company-provided presentations via Zoom or in person. Product and program capacity building is delivered primarily through e-courses and video tutorials, so you must be a self-directed learner.
Academic Innovations, founded in 1990, is an award-winning, mission-oriented educational publisher whose primary goal is to supply exemplary resources to both secondary and post-secondary institutions for the implementation of hybrid freshman transition/first-year experience courses or the launch course into career or guided pathways. We accomplish this by providing the high-quality textbooks and online courses, professional development, and technical assistance needed to ensure students graduate with the skills to be employable. Our unique area of expertise is a classroom-based, comprehensive guidance program within the context of a planning process that culminates with a unique online 10-year skills-based education and career plan. Our materials have been used by over 2.5 million students in college/career readiness and student success courses.
The growth of online programs for adults, adult education programs, workforce development programs, and military transition programs for retiring and separating personnel offer additional opportunities for sales.
Commission: Industry standard rate and structure
Send resume to: wendy@academicinnovations.com