Executive Director of Ivy Textbooks and Bookstore Support
Location : Indianapolis, IN, United States
Posted on : May 12, 2023
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Work type : Full Time Administrative
All the relevant skills, qualifications and experience that a successful applicant will need are listed in the following description.
Location : Systems Office - Indianapolis, IN
Categories : Administrative / Professional, Executive / Director / Management
General Description of Position :
Under the direction of the Assistant Vice President of Sponsored Programs & Project Support Officer (PSO), the Executive Director of Ivy Textbooks and Bookstore Support plans, coordinates, and manages the business operations related to the Ivy Textbooks program and educational materials, including both administrative and financial responsibility.
The role requires outstanding organizational, communication, and leadership skills and an ability to develop innovative solutions that push boundaries to new levels of success for the College.
Major Responsibilities :
Ivy Textbook Implementation & Administration :
Maintains administrative responsibility for the management of Ivy Textbooks, which includes effective procurement of textbooks and related course materials, Ivy Textbook financials, publisher relations, contract negotiations, innovative textbook adoption strategies, bookstore distributor invoicing, and general operations.
Ivy Textbook & Course Material Adoptions :
Implements policies and procedures that will improve day-to-day operations regarding course materials.
Publisher & Content Provider Relations :
Manage vendor relationships, provide direction and oversee the purchase of course-related academic materials including textbooks, general books, digital delivery items, all categories of general merchandise, operating equipment, and related supplies for resale.
Other Responsibilities :
Responsible for overall outreach, marketing, promotion, and communications to build awareness about the Ivy Textbook model and bringing together cross-functional parties to ensure successful implementation.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED : Assistant Vice President of Sponsored Programs & Project Support Officer (PSO)
SUPERVISION GIVEN : None.
Minimum Qualifications :
Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Marketing, or a related field is required.
Five or more years of experience in college bookstore operations, retail environment, equitable access programs, publishing, or higher education.
Must demonstrate ability to build and maintain strong, authentic relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
Strong organizational skills and superior attention to detail required.
Must demonstrate ability to promote an inclusive environment that reflects the broad diversity and backgrounds represented by our students and employees and which every individual feels respected and valued.
Preferred Qualifications :
Master’s degree.
Other Requirements : Work Hours :
Work Hours :
Hiring Range : $85,000 - $90,000 Annualized
Special Instructions to Applicants :
Advertised : 12 May 2023
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