Scholastic Sales Associate - Baton Rouge, LA

Position Title: Partner in Training (PIT Crew)/Scholastic Sales Associate

Location: Baton Rouge, LA

Starting Pay: 65K – 70K

Build Your Future with Herff Jones – Where Entrepreneurs Are Made

For more than 100 years, Herff Jones has been the most trusted name in celebrating student achievement. We provide schools and communities with products and services that honor key milestones, including class rings, gowns, diplomas, announcements, and recognition programs.

We are seeking motivated, business‑minded individuals who want a clear pathway toward future business ownership. Through our exclusive Two‑Year Partner in Training (PIT) Program, you will gain hands‑on experience, industry expertise, and entrepreneurial skills that prepare you to one day lead—and potentially own—your own territory.

Mobility and flexibility are key, as top candidates may be placed into high‑opportunity markets with strong long‑term growth potential.

JOIN THE BEST TEAM ON THE FIELD IN SPORT, SPIRIT & ACHIEVEMENT 

About Herff Jones:

Indianapolis-based Herff Jones is the leading provider of graduation and educational products and services designed to inspire achievement and create memorable experiences for students. Herff Jones’ products include class rings and jewelry, caps and gowns, diplomas and announcements as well as motivation and recognition programs. Focused on building long-term relationships through a nationwide network of over 1,400 employees and sales partners, the professionals at Herff Jones have been helping elevate the student experience throughout the lifelong journey of education for more than 100 years. For more information about Herff Jones, please visit www.herffjones.com. 

Position Summary

As a Scholastic Sales Associate and PIT Member, you will help schools celebrate student milestones, support territory growth, and work closely with local leadership to build strong relationships with administrators, students, and parents. This role combines sales, relationship-building, and entrepreneurial development—ideal for candidates seeking long-term ownership opportunities.

Primary Objectives

• Drive growth within your assigned territory, expanding both existing and new business.
• Build long-term partnerships internally and with school communities.
• Exceed performance metrics through collaboration with corporate and local leadership.
• Develop a personal business plan that aligns with your long-term career goals.
• Submit weekly activity reporting that supports territory strategy and sales execution.

Core Responsibilities

• Increase sales across multiple product lines in both new and established markets.
• Deliver engaging presentations to students, parents, and school decision-makers.
• Cultivate trusted business relationships to strengthen customer loyalty.
• Attend scheduled sales and technical training sessions, including regional and national conventions.
• Visit assigned schools and prospects regularly to meet growth goals.
• Create and execute marketing campaigns for accounts and prospects.
• Utilize value-added programs to offer tailored solutions to customers.
• Collaborate with lead office representatives to foster a culture of entrepreneurship and support.

Success Indicators

• 1–2 years of sales, account management, or related experience preferred (not required).
• Proven record of growing or developing sales/business opportunities.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and client needs simultaneously.
• Strong communication, reliability, and follow-through.
• Competitive and relationship-driven in a highly dynamic market.
• Self-motivated, organized, and goal-focused.
• High-impact presentation skills with diverse audiences.
• Genuine passion for supporting schools, students, and families.

 Education & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business preferred.
• Relevant work experience may substitute for a degree.
• Strong academic background may substitute for work experience.

Physical Requirements:

• Daily activity includes but is not limited to lifting, carrying, sitting, grasping, reaching, standing, kneeling, walking, bending, twisting.
• Reading, communication, math.
• Working at a computer for extended periods of time.
• Ability to regularly lift/move up to 50lbs.
• Noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to above 

Your Ownership Path Starts Here

Join Herff Jones and be part of a legacy built on celebrating student achievement. Our Two-Year Partner in Training program is designed for individuals with entrepreneurial drive, mobility, and a desire to build a career that leads to business ownership.

If you’re ambitious, flexible, and ready to grow, this is the opportunity to build your future.

Herff Jones, Inc. and its affiliates are equal opportunity employers and maintain affirmative action plans to recruit, retain, develop, and promote qualified individuals without unlawful consideration of race, gender, gender identity, color, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, citizenship status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Herff Jones strives to maintain a work environment free from unlawful discrimination and harassment, where associates are treated with respect and dignity. 

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