Job Description

Job Description

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 Marketing Sales Consultants to our growing organization. We are interested in individuals with successful B2C sales experience, who take ownership for their success, are goal oriented and driven.

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 Marketing 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
• 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

Primary Responsibilities:

• 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

Author Solutions is registered to employ individuals in many, but not all states. If you are not located in or able to work from a state where Author Solutions is registered, you will not be considered for employment. Please contact the job recruiter to learn more about where we are registered.

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.

Hours are 9 a.m. - 6 p.m. (Eastern), and overtime is required.