International Sales Executive

DK International Publishing & Licensing are seeking a confident and enthusiastic International Sales Executive to join their team to grow English language Export sales in key international territories.

Main responsibilities of the role will include, but are not limited to:

• organising and attending customer meetings, presenting new projects and attending key international book fairs
• presentations & sales materials follow up
• processing and tracking export orders
• maintaining forecasting systems and databases & running customers reports
• growing DK's market share across existing and new sales channels/customers

We’re looking for someone with a real passion for international publishing with one or two years of experience in sales (especially Export sales). Strong negotiation and organisational skills, attention to detail and interpersonal skills are essential as is the ability to think on your feet and use your own initiative at all times.

Our ideal candidate will be proactive, with a can-do attitude, able to prioritise a varied and demanding workload and adapt to change.

They will be keen to learn new skills as well as be willing to go the extra mile to ensure an excellent customer service is provided.

Fluency in English and a second language are essential (with a preference for EMEA languages). Previous knowledge of Biblio, SAP, Business Objects or other publishing systems would be an advantage.

We are currently working remotely but we expect the role to transition back to our Embassy Gardens offices in London, when possible. Periodic international travel for business may be required.

If you are interested in applying, please submit your most recent CV and a cover letter, stating clearly your salary expectations.

Closing date:  21st June 2021.

DK is committed to building a diverse workforce that reflects the varied communities that read our books across the world.  We encourage applications from all individuals, regardless of age, religion, gender, ethnicity, disability, sexuality or social background.

DK supports flexible working and has introduced a new ‘smart-working’ policy. This allows colleagues to work from home for up to three days a week to ensure a good work-life balance.

The Book Trade Charity offers financial support to people looking to enter the book trade, but who may struggle to afford the costs of attending interviews or undertaking internships. For more information, visit www.booktradeentrysupport.org

About our Company: 

We believe in the power of discovery. That's why we create books for everyone that explore ideas and nurture curiosity about the world we live in.
From first words to the Big Bang, from the wonders of nature to city adventures, you will find expert knowledge, hours of fun and endless inspiration in the pages of our books.