Sales Manager

Job Description

Sales Manager (Open to Remote)

We are seeking a Sales Manager to join our team who will be responsible for communicating with bookstores within an assigned account territory by phone and email to sell PRH children's lines.

Application Deadline: December 10, 2023 at 11:59 PM EST

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:
• Sell children's frontlist and backlist titles to assigned account base
• Build and maintain successful relationships with new and existing customers
• Keep abreast of front and backlist titles and industry trends in order to present accounts with titles most appropriate for their consumers
• Maintain knowledge of Penguin Random House terms of sale, publicity & marketing initiatives, etc. to ensure accounts can benefit from available opportunities
• Manage database of accounts, account details, and sales figures
• Communicate and collaborate with Sales Director, publishing colleagues, and sales teams (including sales counterparts) to maximize growth
• Coordinate with sales management and publishing about orders, inventory, and other related components

Minimum Qualifications/Requirements:
• Minimum of 3 years of related experience; retail bookstore experience preferred
• Strong knowledge of and passion for books
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including follow-up
• Proven ability to successfully manage multiple, competing priorities at one time
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Works well independently and in a team setting
• Proficiency with Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel
• Ability to travel periodically to trade shows, conferences, and accounts as needed
• Experience with SAP and Edelweiss is a plus

The salary range for this position is $58,000-$60,000. All positions are currently eligible for annual profit award or bonus, subject to Company results. Please apply using our online application process, and please include your resume and cover letter with salary requirements.

Penguin Random House job postings include a good faith compensation range for each open position. The salary range listed is specific to each particular open position and takes into account various factors including the specifics of the individual role, and candidate's relevant experience and qualifications.

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.

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-g3q9e4-3-129-58-166-42 in your application.