Partner Inside Sales Representative

Lakeshore Learning Materials

. Collaborate with Outside Sales team members to drive site-based customer outreach and key market penetration .

Posted 10/14/2026full-timeRemote • California • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $32 - $35 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong sales acumen with a focus on customer relationship management and market penetration in the early childhood and K–5 education sector. Proficient in virtual presentations and collaboration with cross-functional teams to achieve sales goals and support educators.

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Inside Sales ExperienceSalesforce ProficiencyStrong Presentation SkillsEducation Sector KnowledgeGoal Oriented

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Hard Skills

Outbound Sales CallsSales Strategy DevelopmentMarket ResearchSales Quota AchievementCustomer Needs Assessment

Soft Skills

Team Player MentalityStrong Work EthicHighly CoachableAttention to DetailTop-Notch Communication Skills

Tools & Technologies

SalesforceMicrosoft Office

Industry Keywords

Early LearningElementary EducationCustomer OutreachCross-Functional PartnershipsVirtual Appointments

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Collaborate with Outside Sales team members to drive site-based customer outreach and key market penetration
Create strong internal and cross-functional partnerships
Secure new and repeat business through relationships with key customers and stakeholders via virtual appointments and outbound phone calls
Meet or exceed activity requirements regularly
Partner with schools and childcare centers to assess emerging and ongoing needs
Host virtual product presentations for proprietary services, including Complete Classrooms®, professional development, and custom solutions
Conduct online research on local, state, and national trends and funding opportunities in early learning and elementary education
Work with department leadership to form and modify sales strategies
Partner with outside sales, retail, and professional services groups to support educators
Identify sales leads and collaborate with the sales force to support the market
Participate in weekly team meetings about department initiatives and strategies
Assist with special projects, including outside sales partnerships and national and/or state campaigns
Grow new business and achieve sales quotas and daily activity goals

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree
Experience making high volume outbound sales calls in an Inside Sales and/or Outside Sales role is required
Preferred: strong track record of sales success within the EC and K–5 education sector
Preferred: deep familiarity with the industry's dynamics and decision-making processes
Strong work ethic, team player mentality, and ability to perform outstanding work from home
Solid presentation skills and ability to speak to customer needs at all levels (teachers, administrators, directors)
Highly coachable with an eagerness to learn and accept feedback
Goal oriented and self-motivated with a personal desire to improve and succeed
Experience with Salesforce is a plus
Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, Excel) preferred
Top-notch written and verbal communication skills
Excellent administrative and organizational skills
Great attention to detail
Candidates can be based anywhere in the US

Benefits

Comp & perks

Paid leave for new parents to support work/life balance and family bonding
Excellent medical/dental and vision coverage—EPO, PPO and HSA
401(k) retirement plan with company contribution
Flexible benefit options
Generous employee discount on products
Fully remote work