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Sales & Marketing Manager - 6 Month Contract

 

This is a superb opportunity to bring your marketing and sales expertise to the publishing arm of a highly respected Society based in central London.  This role is initially for a period of 6 months and will assume overall responsibility for the sales and marketing of the organisation’s books programme, journals and e-learning resources.  Reporting to the Director of Publications the Sales & Marketing Manager will be responsible for:

  • Developing an annual marketing strategy for the books programme, journals and e-learning resources.
  • Implement annual spending budget for marketing activities
  • Compile sales figures and income figures, organise royalties and commissions
  • Negotiate licence agreements and contracts; special sales, bulk orders and multi-site/consortia subscriptions.
  • Manage a marketing officer and Book Sales Assistant
  • Manage Sales Reps in the UK and overseas, international distribution and evaluate their performance.
  • Develop translation rights, e-books and English language reprint business

The successful person will have demonstrable sales and marketing experience within an STM or academic publishing background.  You will have strong negotiation and business development skills, with a commercial focus.  Experience of managing sales reps, and in-house staff are essential as are strong communication, organisation and networking skills.  Experience of working with leading academics/practitioners as well as internal and external stakeholders is essential.

For further information on this role, please forward your CV and a short covering letter, outlining your salary requirements and availability.  Early applications may be prioritised.

 

Sales & Marketing Manager - 6 Month Contract

Redwood, Central London
Contract
Academic, Professional, STM
Marketing, Sales
Reference: 
SMM040516
Salary description: 
Salary details available upon application

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