Magnolia Pictures, Home Entertainment seeks a Regional Sales Manager located in the greater Minneapolis, MN area to grow business for new release DVD, Blu-Ray and Catalog product with key retail companies and distributor accounts in the Midwest & Northeast territory. Travel on regular interval to customer headquarters to make sales calls and meet with decision-makers to conduct presentations and show reels of upcoming DVD releases and library product required. Partner with each account in assigned territory to achieve prime merchandising and retail placement for Magnolia DVD, Blu-Ray and Catalog movies. Work with customers to meet sales goals and develop account-specific promotions to support key releases and increase overall sales. Send or upload DVD new release set-up information each month to customers in territory. Maintain frequent communication, follow up via telephone and email with customers on sales, orders, open items and product placement.

Ability to manage and grow business at major retail accounts, such as Target and Best Buy. Communicate with Magnolia corporate offices management and personnel to report sales activity, operational forecasts and POS data. Work with Marketing on account promotions and updates. Negotiate MDF rebates, New Release & Catalog Placement, promotions and other programs to increase sales.


Magnolia Home Entertainment (MHE) is a forward-thinking and growing company with unique release strategies, initiatives, assets and flexibility that set it apart from other studios. MHE offers an exciting working environment that empowers individuals who contribute with an entrepreneurial attitude. Magnolia has garnered multiple ACADEMY AWARD ® nominations in its first four years of existence and won an Oscar for Man On Wire. Magnolia continues to release high quality productions and content with outstanding critical reviews.

Job Requirements

The successful candidate will have a minimum of 3 years of sales experience with a studio or film distributor selling DVDs to retail and distribution accounts. Must have a successful track record.
Excellent presentation skills to small and large groups
Self-starter, entrepreneurial, “can do” attitude
Strong negotiation skills required
Exceptional communication skills
College degree
Travel required
Consideration will be given to a candidate living in Chicago or nearby city based on strength of experience & qualifications
Experience working with Target and/or Best Buy a plus

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