Adult Sales Manager - 12 Months FTC

Simon & Schuster, a global leader in general interest publishing, is dedicated to providing the best in fiction and non-fiction for readers of all ages, and in all printed, digital and audio formats. Its distinguished roster of authors includes many of the world’s most popular and widely recognized writers, and winners of the most prestigious literary honors and awards.

The Group Sales Division aims to be the most agile, curious, data-led and forward-thinking sales team in the industry, constantly targeting growth while maximising every sale profitably. We strive to understand the market at a macro level to guide our direction, whilst understanding customers and our business in detail to drive marginal gains.

The Job Profile

Reporting to the UK Sales Director, the Adult Sales Manager will help lead our efforts in maximising sales with all UK Trade partners, including bookshops, high street and supermarket channels. The Adult Sales Manager will develop and implement our day-to-day retail and publishing strategy, taking ownership over the sales strategy on key parts of the list and working closely with the online sales team to drive ambitious and strategic cross-format campaigns.

The Job Role

The successful applicant will take responsibility for the UK account management teams, manage at least one UK account directly and liaise with wider sales teams on all titles, formats and markets. Working with the Adult Sales Director, you will be at the forefront of our sales strategy, using your expertise to cultivate relationships, identify opportunities, and create innovative sales initiatives. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to ensure our titles reach their fullest potential.

You will be part of the team responsible for our Adult Sales budget, advising on sales strategy and providing market insight to help us deliver significant growth ambitions over the coming years. You will provide market insight to inform the overall publishing strategy and stay abreast of industry developments and best practices to drive innovation and adaptability.

The Candidate Profile

The Adult Sales Manager will have a strong sales background in either a publishing or media environment, with experience managing key accounts across large UK retailers. They will be commercially focused and analytically minded, able to use data and insight from the market to influence sound business decisions. A collaborative approach is essential, working closely with stakeholders to problem solve, taking ownership and responsibility, and knowing when to delegate.

They will develop and manage their team to be a market-leading, ambitious and highly effective sales team who are experts in their fields. Genuine enthusiasm for publishing and the ability to generate enthusiasm in others, along with a deep understanding of the book market, distribution channels, and consumer trends, is crucial.

It is essential to have a strong analytical and growth mindset, combined with creative thinking, a proactive approach to problem-solving and a willingness to embrace change. Excellent system abilities, expertise in spreadsheets, presentations and databases, alongside time management skills that include prioritisation and delegation, are important.

Salary

Competitive & Benefits.

Apply

Please apply by attaching your CV and cover letter. We appreciate the strong interest in this role; however, due to the high volume of applications, we may close the position early. Unfortunately, Simon & Schuster UK cannot accept applications from candidates without a legal right to work in the UK or who require visa sponsorship. Right to work checks are carried out on candidates who make it to the offer stage.

Simon & Schuster UK is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace, committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, colour, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship status, marital status, disability, gender identity and gender expression. At Simon & Schuster UK, the spirit of inclusion feeds into everything that we do, believing that opportunity, access, resources and rewards should be available to and for the benefit of all.

Candidates hired for this or any other posted Simon & Schuster UK role will be employees of Simon & Schuster UK Ltd subject to all policies, including the Workplace Privacy Notice, and eligible solely for the benefits plans thereof.