Regional Indie Sales Manager-Northwest

Are you passionate about books and the power they have to change lives? Do you have a proven track record in sales within the book industry?

Sourcebooks is looking for an experienced Regional Indie Sales Manager to join our growing team as we establish an internal independent sales force.

In order to make an application, simply read through the following job description and make sure to attach relevant documents.

This role will be responsible for expanding Sourcebooks' reach, sales, and market share in their territory.

Applicants must reside in a metro area within the territory.

Location : Metro Area within WA, OR, ID, WY, CO, ND, SD, NE, KS, MO

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE :

• Growing sales in the independent bookstore market to exceed sales plans and increase market share.
• Growing POS volume to assigned goals.
• Representing the publisher with in-person sales calls multiple times a year as well as participating in regional and national trade shows.
• Establishing and growing relationships with key independent bookstores, the ABA, and regional independent bookstore associations.
• Expanding the number of independent bookstore accounts ordering directly from Sourcebooks.
• Curating individual title lists to fit the unique nature of each bookstore.
• Reintroducing Sourcebooks' essential backlist titles to the independent book market.
• Securing prime placement, bookseller reviews, indie next nominations for Sourcebooks titles.
• Creating regional and national bestsellers within the channel.
• Inventory forecasting and revenue budgeting.
• Working in partnership with the Retail Marketing department on sales promotions for independent bookstores.
• Managing author events and book signings within your territory.

REQUIREMENTS / SKILLS :

• Minimum 3 years book publishing sales experience, preferably with independent bookstores.
• Excellent presentation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• A driven, goal-oriented, and collaborative team player with high attention to detail.
• Outgoing in nature, comfortable navigating a sales call and proactively going after new business.
• Highly organized with the ability to manage many projects at once.
• Experience in setting and driving sales strategy to meet goals.
• Proficient in standard MS Office programs, sales reporting, and analysis.
• Experience in forecasting and budgeting.
• Extensive travel required, including overnight and occasional weekends.
• Bachelor’s degree strongly preferred.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license and have reliable transportation.

Full-time employees are eligible for our comprehensive benefits program. Our range of benefits includes, but is not limited to, Medical / Prescription drug insurance, Dental, Vision, Health Care / Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account, Health Savings Account 401(k), Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance, Life / AD&D Insurance, and generous paid time off.

We value the array of talents and perspectives that a diverse workforce brings. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status.

Sourcebooks is a fast-growing entrepreneurial company seeking impact players and difference makers. We create books that transcend categories and defy odds;

with hundreds of national bestsellers and awards to show for it. We are a company of enthusiastic, book-loving employees who are dedicated to connecting books to readers in new and innovative ways.

Every day, we are transforming the publishing industry with bold thinking and unprecedented results. Story by story, book by book, we have touched over 100 million lives.

Join us as we strive to change 100 million more.

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