Field Sales Specialist - Part-time (IN)

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’ 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.