Sales Representative - RI

Description Pearson is an international media company with market-leading businesses in education, business information and consumer publishing. Pearson's education business represents about two-thirds of the company, and Penguin publishing and the Financial Times make up the balance. With more than 33,000 employees based in 60 countries, we are a family of businesses that draws on common assets, processes and shares a common purpose: to help our customers live and learn.

At Pearson Education quality and excellence converge in a $4 Billion publishing powerhouse. Pearson Arts and Sciences, an innovative higher education publishing division of Pearson Education and a market leader, is committed to improving grades and course outcomes with powerful and flexible educational solutions for instructors and students. With a focus on Math, Science, Social Sciences & Humanities, Pearson Arts and Sciences provides a host of solutions for today's classroom.

Pearson is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/V/D, and a member of E-Verify.

The Pearson Arts & Sciences Division is currently recruiting for a new sales representative to cover the Rhode Island territory.

At Pearson Education, sales representatives visit college campuses and sell our textbook and technology products based on the instructor's course requirements, scout for manuscripts from potential authors, relay market information to the Acquisitions Department and develop relationships with faculty members and bookstore personnel.

We are looking for talented salespeople to engage our customers and help us to continue to grow the business.

In addition to a highly competitive base salary and uncapped bonus potential, Pearson Sales Representatives receive a company car, all travel expenses, an excellent benefits package and outstanding opportunities for advancement into sales management, marketing management or editorial in one of the finest companies in the country. Base salary is commensurate to experience.

Requirements Successful candidates for the position must demonstrate:
'' Bachelors degree required
'' Evidence of top achievement in several aspects of your educational, extracurricular or professional background
'' 1-4 yrs successful sales or other professional work experience helpful, but not mandatory
'' Motivation: the drive to achieve beyond what is expected daily
'' Technological proficiency: working knowledge of the Web and basic software programs/applications
'' Excellent time management, organizational skills, and interpersonal communication.
'' Valid driver's license & good driving record