Partner Inside Sales Representative (Remote)

📋 Description

• • Are you passionate about education and driven by a desire to help educators and institutions thrive? Lakeshore Learning Materials, LLC is seeking an enthusiastic and results-oriented Partner Inside Sales Representative to join our dynamic, fully remote team. This role is perfect for an individual with a consultative, solution-based approach who excels at building strong, lasting relationships and consistently exceeding customer expectations. If you possess an outgoing personality, thrive in a collaborative environment, and have exceptional communication skills, this is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact.
• • As a Partner Inside Sales Representative, you will be at the forefront of growing new business and achieving ambitious sales quotas. Your primary responsibility will be to engage with schools and childcare centers across the US, understanding their unique needs, and providing tailored solutions that support their educational missions. This is a fast-paced sales role where your daily activities directly contribute to the company's growth and success.
• • Your day-to-day will involve a variety of engaging tasks designed to foster strong customer partnerships and drive sales. You will collaborate closely with our Outside Sales team to spearhead site-based customer outreach and penetrate key markets. A significant part of your role will be securing new and repeat business through consistent outbound phone calls and virtual appointments, meticulously building rapport with key customers and stakeholders. Organization and forward-thinking are crucial, as you'll be expected to create and maintain strong internal and cross-functional partnerships to ensure seamless customer experiences.
• • We empower our Partner Inside Sales Representatives to be proactive in assessing the emerging and ongoing needs of educational institutions. This involves conducting thorough online research to stay abreast of local, state, and national trends, as well as funding opportunities within the early learning and elementary education sectors. This knowledge will be instrumental in positioning Lakeshore's comprehensive offerings, including our proprietary services like Complete Classrooms®, professional development programs, and custom solutions.
• • You will regularly host virtual product presentations, skillfully demonstrating how our innovative products and services can address specific educational challenges and enhance learning environments. Your ability to articulate value and build trust will be key to success. Furthermore, you will work hand-in-hand with department leadership to help shape and refine sales strategies, ensuring our approach remains agile and effective in a constantly evolving market.
• • This role emphasizes a team-oriented approach. You will partner with outside sales, retail teams, and our professional services group to provide comprehensive support to educators. Identifying new sales leads and collaborating with various members of the sales force to effectively cover and develop your assigned market will be a core function. Regular participation in weekly team meetings is essential for discussing department initiatives, sharing best practices, and strategizing for future success. You will also have the opportunity to contribute to special projects, such as supporting the outside sales force on key initiatives and participating in national and state-level campaigns, further expanding your impact and professional development.
• • This is more than just a sales job; it's an opportunity to be a vital partner in advancing education. If you are a motivated, relationship-driven individual with a passion for learning and a proven ability to achieve sales targets, we encourage you to apply and become a key player in Lakeshore Learning Materials' continued success.