Sales Consultant - Publishing & Marketing Services - job 1 of 2

Author Solutions is a world leader in the supported self-publishing industry. We are a global company, headquartered in Bloomington, Indiana. We offer a full array of publishing, marketing and book distribution services to a unique and valued customer - authors who have a story to tell.

We are excited to be adding experienced professional Sales Consultants to our organization. We offer the opportunity to work remote / from home to those individuals with truly exceptional sales skills and a track record of proven results in a sales environment. We are interested in individuals with successful B2C sales experience, who take ownership for their success, are goal oriented and driven. See more details and apply directly on our career site - https://www.authorsolutions.com/careers/.

Compensation is robust for those who are willing to work hard and have high expectations and personal goals. We provide extensive training and continued development opportunities. Our Sales Consultants develop lasting relationships with authors all around the world and play an important part in helping our author’s dreams come true.

Does this sound like you?

Do you:

· Set demanding personal goals

· Strive for Excellence and Thrive on Winning

· Work to outperform others

· Manage opportunities and plan your day to optimize results

· Effortlessly create genuine connections with a variety of individuals, applying a consultative approach to the sales process

· Have self-discipline and find yourself taking initiative without prompting

· Have 2-3 years previous sales experience, with remote/work from home sales experience

· Have a high school diploma; College Degree Preferred

· Possess exceptional oral and written communication skills

· Have strong organizational skills and follow-thru

· Have tech-savvy skills

Primary Responsibilities:

· Consult with prospective authors to determine their needs and goals, offer appropriate publishing packages and close sales.

Consult with authors to determine their needs and goals for marketing their published books, introduce options and close sales.

· Maintain details and information in CRM tool.

· Maintain a minimum number of daily calls and call activity as determined by sales leadership.

· Demonstrate self-reliance by meeting and exceeding workflow needs.

· Complete assigned tasks based on daily business needs and expectations.

Our Sales Consultants enjoy:
· A rewarding full time position

· Base salary + uncapped commissions

· A full and comprehensive benefits package

· Opportunities for recognition awards, trips, and other bonuses

· Receive professional growth opportunities regularly

Benefits include:

· Comprehensive medical benefits coverage, dental and vision plans

· Health Savings Account with employer contribution

· Short- and long-term disability

· Life insurance and AD&D insurance

· Voluntary Supplemental insurance

· Paid time off

· 401(k)

· Employee (and Family) Assistance Programs (EAP)

· Referral Bonus

· Employee Publishing Discount

Are you ready to take the next step in your career? Join the Author Solutions sales team today!

It is the policy of Author Solutions LLC to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, Author Solutions LLC will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.'

COVID-19 Precaution(s):

• Remote interview process
• Virtual meetings

Work Location:

• Remote

Typical end time:

• 6PM

Typical start time:

• 9AM

Job Type: Full-time

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus pay
• Commission pay

Application Question(s):

• Do you have remote/work from home experience? Please provide details.

Work Location: Multiple Locations