Hachette Book Group is seeking a Sales Coordinator, Wholesale and Library & Academic Marketing to join the team. This exciting role at the intersection of wholesale accounts and library & academic marketing offers an opportunity to cultivate your creativity and analytical skills, as well as an immersion in the publishing process. If you are a strong communicator with excellent organizational skills and an interest in building on your knowledge of how these aspects of Hachette are intertwined, we... more details
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Hachette Book Group is seeking a Sales Coordinator, Wholesale and Library & Academic Marketing to join the team. This exciting role at the intersection of wholesale accounts and library & academic marketing offers an opportunity to cultivate your creativity and analytical skills, as well as an immersion in the publishing process. If you are a strong communicator with excellent organizational skills and an interest in building on your knowledge of how these aspects of Hachette are intertwined, we strongly encourage you to apply. The position will report to the Executive Director, Wholesale Sales.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Assist with Seasonal Sales Preview Presentations to Wholesaler accounts
- Assist the sales team with Ad hoc Order Tracking and Sales & Inventory reporting
- Responsible for Account mailings
- Support account managers with Buy reports and Coop Promotion Entry (Commitments and Claims) and account Requests follow up
- Collaborating with Library & Academic team on seasonal marketing plans, strategies, and campaigns, and design related presentation materials
- Coordinate and create social media posts, including post-preparation and follower interaction. This includes producing visual assets for use in eblasts, digital catalogs, and more.
- Organize monthly newsletter schedules and develop content in both academic and library spaces
- Fulfill library and educator award requests
- Refresh and maintain the library and academic website
- Work alongside team to prepare for special events, conferences, and buzz sessions
- Collaborate on various reporting and administrative functions of HBG and industry systems including, but not limited to, NetGalley and Edelweiss
- Assist with exam/desk copy management and reporting
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES REQUIRED:
- 1-2 years’ experience in publishing in sales, marketing, or promotions department.
- Aesthetic sensibility & basic visual design skills, using programs such as Canva
- Well-organized and capable of juggling multiple projects at one time; personable
- Strong computer skills including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
- Effective communication skills (verbal and written)
- Proven ability to deliver timely, accurate work product and demonstrate good follow up and follow through.
- Excellent organizational skills with the ability to multi-task, prioritize, and manage time effectively while also ensuring accuracy of work through attention to detail.
- Results-oriented, motivated, resourceful & able to work independently.
How to Apply: To be considered, please submit both a resume AND a cover letter. We ask for a cover letter so that we can understand how your skills or experience can apply to our open role.
As a leading book publisher, we believe that including and representing diverse voices in all aspects of our business is fundamental to what we do. Our publishing programs must reflect the broad range of backgrounds, experiences, political views, and ideas that shape our society and publish books for all readers.
Hachette Book Group provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
The compensation for this position is $53,200. Salary can vary based on several factors including skills, experience, and location — talk with your recruiter to learn more. There may be times you will be required (or requested) to work overtime due to your role or exceptional workload issues or special projects.
The following benefits are offered by the company: medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life, short-term and long-term disability, accidental death and dismemberment, critical illness, hospital indemnity, long-term care, health and dependent care FSA, commuter benefit plan, employee assistance program, tuition reimbursement, travel assistance, 401(k), discretionary bonus program, PTO (15 vacation days, 3 personal days, 10 holidays and generous sick leave) and group discounts on auto and home insurance and legal services. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification, hours worked and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms.
