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How much do textbook sales rep jobs pay per year?

As of May 31, 2026, the average yearly pay for textbook sales rep in the United States is $60,326.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $40,000.00 and $76,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Textbook Sales Rep job?

A Textbook Sales Representative is responsible for promoting and selling educational materials, including textbooks and digital resources, to schools, colleges, and universities. They build relationships with educators, understand their curriculum needs, and recommend suitable products. The role involves traveling to campuses, conducting product presentations, and negotiating sales contracts. Strong communication, organization, and sales skills are essential for success in this position.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Textbook Sales Rep position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Textbook Sales Rep, you need strong sales acumen, knowledge of educational products, and preferably a bachelor's degree in business or a related field. Familiarity with CRM software, virtual meeting tools, and digital catalog management platforms is typically required. Exceptional interpersonal skills, persuasive communication, and resilience help you build relationships with educators and adapt to changing client needs. These skills are crucial for consistently meeting sales targets and supporting academic institutions with the right resources.

What does a typical day look like for a Textbook Sales Rep?

A typical day for a Textbook Sales Rep involves reaching out to educational institutions, scheduling and conducting product presentations, and following up with decision-makers to understand their curriculum needs. You'll often spend time on the road visiting schools or colleges, as well as managing your pipeline and tracking activities in CRM systems. Collaboration with marketing teams, product specialists, and regional sales managers is common to tailor solutions and stay updated on new textbooks and digital offerings. You may also assist with order processing, attend conferences, and resolve any service issues to ensure client satisfaction and long-term partnerships.
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Infographic showing various Textbook Sales Rep job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 85% Full Time, and 15% Part Time. Highlights an 89% In-person, and 11% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $60,326 per year, or $29 per hour.
Jackson, MS Based Field Sales Representative (Outside Sales)

Jackson, MS Based Field Sales Representative (Outside Sales)

Hawkes Learning

Jacksonville, FL โ€ข On-site, Remote

$18.50 - $25.50/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 12 days ago


Job description

Job Type
Full-time
Description
As an educational technology company, Hawkes Learning is passionate about helping college students succeed through our innovative courseware. By partnering directly with college professors and recommending personalized learning solutions for their classrooms, we are rapidly expanding the implementation of Hawkes learning solutions into physical and virtual campuses nationwide.
Hawkes Learning is seeking a driven Educational Courseware Representative in the higher education industry. Each sales representative is responsible for growing territory revenue for Hawkes software products. To be successful in this role, you must have demonstrated success in selling to higher education institutions for educational technology, preferably in the math curriculum. The ideal candidate is a fast learner, fearless, collaborative, and coachable and has a passion for education. Product training and regular sales training are provided to help employees thrive in this position.
This role requires reps to spend a minimum of 4 days per week on college campuses within a 1-3 hour drive from your home for approximately 8 months of the year. There will be an infrequent need for overnight travel (likely 2-3 times maximum per month) for 3-4 months per year. During the busiest time of the selling season, (Sept-Nov and Jan-May), you will likely need to spend time on admin work outside of on campus work time, which may require additional work hours outside of traditional 9am-5pm.
Ideal candidates will be located in or willing to quickly relocate to Jackson, MS.
Responsibilities:
  • Daily travel to college campuses to sell the Hawkes' courseware portfolio, including a range of software, textbooks, and workbooks
  • Identify adoption targets, develop a strategic plan for the sales approach, coordinate internal resources as necessary and manage the sales process through to adoption
  • Research geographic territory to identify key accounts, develop a strategic sales plan to generate new leads, and nurture leads through the sales process.
  • Partner with the Customer Success Specialists to identify and strategize around expansion opportunities
  • Assist with hosting virtual and in person conferences, webinars, presentations
  • Strategically work complex committee adoptions by identifying and completing a needs analysis on key decision makers
  • Maintain contact database and pipeline management
  • Partner with the marketing team to execute follow up strategies for designed campaigns and lead-generating initiatives

Requirements
  • Ideal candidates will be located in or willing to quickly relocate to Jackson, MS.
  • 1-3 years of proven experience in field sales, preferably in educational technology selling math; entry level candidates accepted with some sales education
  • Ability and willingness to travel (4 days per week on campus travel, semi-regular overnight travel during peak selling season)
  • Bachelor's degree or higher
  • Strong written, oral, and non-verbal communication skills
  • Ability to adapt to different personalities and situations
  • Knowledge of forecast and pipeline management
  • Collaborative mindset and a team player
  • Organized with excellent time management skills
  • Driven and motivated to achieve and exceed sales targets

If you are a passionate sales representative who thrives in a fast-paced environment, we encourage you to apply. At Hawkes Learning, you will have the opportunity to contribute to innovative educational solutions and make a positive impact on the learning experience. Hawkes Learning also offers an inclusive work environment that thrives on collaboration, creativity, and having a can-do attitude.
The salary range for this role is competitive and considers a variety of factors, including skill sets, experience, training, certifications, and other business and organizational needs. Our comprehensive benefits package includes 30+ days of paid time off to start with additional time each year of employment, an employer 401(k) match of up to 3.5%, and a significant employer contribution to healthcare benefits. While we prefer candidates located in the listed locations, we value talent from all locations, so please don't hesitate to share your resume with us! Hawkes Learning is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace.
Additional benefits:
  • Generous Health Benefits (Medical insurance, Vision and Dental insurance)
  • Employer Match to Health Savings Account
  • Employer paid Employee Assistance Program with counseling options
  • Employer Match to 401k retirement plan
  • Culture is energetic, supportive, collaborative, and transparent!