Sales Assistant

Job Description

Sales Assistant- Penguin Random House

Penguin Random House has an exciting opportunity for an Sales Assistant to support International Sales! Penguin Random House's International Sales team operates around the world and provides many services, such as global author tours, international marketing and publicity, digital marketing, drop shipments, and efficient freight programs. We also have sister companies around the world with whom we frequently collaborate.

The Essentials

The International Sales Assistant provides sales and general administrative support to the Senior Sales Manager, as well as to the sales teams responsible for selling English language titles within Asia.

Position Summary
• R un monthly sales and out of print reports for key accounts; create category and title lists. On an ad-hoc basis, prepare and schedule seasonal and other PowerPoint presentations. Review customer returns.
• Monitor education sales inbox and answer requests, and send out desk copy samples to international schools.
• Create monthly region-specific and education newsletters.
• Collaborate on annual education catalogs.
• Assist on special market sales projects

With this in mind, to be successful in this role we feel that you'll need to have:
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Proven ability to handle multiple responsibilities in a deadline driven environment
• Strong attention to detail and follow-up skills
• Excellent time management and organizational skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
• We will consider the any of the following a plus:
• Prior office or publishing experience preferred
• Interest in learning about account management
• Ability to speak and/or read a foreign language
• Experience with Business Objects or PowerBI

Full-time employees are eligible for our comprehensive benefits program. Our range of benefits include, but are not limited to, Medical/Prescription drug insurance, Dental, Vision, Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account, Health Savings Account, Pre-Tax and Roth 401(k), Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance, Life/AD&D Insurance, Commuter Benefits, Student Loan Repayment Program, Educational Assistance & generous paid time off.

Company: Penguin Random House LLC

Country: United States of America

State/Region: New York

City: New York City

Postal Code: 10019

Job ID: 162941

Date:

Jul 28, 2021

Location:

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-gx7ek4-18-116-36-192-42 in your application.