Sales Manager - Non fiction

Inspired Selection are really excited to be working with an expanding independent publisher.

We have an amazing opportunity for a Sales Manager who is looking for their next challenge within the world of non-fiction books. This is an exciting time for our client who is looking for a passionate, enthusiastic and commercially-driven individual who wants to grow with the company and to become a critical part of the team.

The role will require an experienced Sales Manager preferably from a trade background to oversee a burgeoning array of books, authors and sales agencies across the UK and the globe. The Ideal candidate will be responsible for building strong relationships with new and existing customers, presenting and pitching our clients books both front and backlists to targeted audiences, including bookshops.

This is a very exciting opportunity for a creative sales person, someone who is proactive and has an eye for trends. You will have experience within a trade sales environment, with lots of enthusiasm and commercially-driven ideas. Your communication skills will need to be at a very high level and you will be well-organised and used to working to tight deadlines. if this sounds like the perfect role then please do get in-touch.

For a full description of the role, please send your CV with a brief paragraph outlining your relevant skills.

Closing Date: Early applications may be prioritised.

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