At Penguin Random House Australia, we strive to be the best home for our authors and people, the most service-oriented partner for our customers and to put readers at the centre of everything we do.
We are seeking a customer focused and part-time Account Manager to join our sales team in Tasmania. Reporting to the Field Sales Manager, you will be responsible for maximising book sales across a selection of our Booksellers. You will develop and manage relationships with customers, meet agreed sales budgets and maximise sales through collaborative promotional activity.
Key responsibilities include:
1. Increase sales and maximise all opportunities
2. Manage the sales process from presentation of sales materials to processing and tracking of orders
3. Identify market and promotional opportunities within each account
4. Connect marketing campaigns to promotional activity to drive sales
5. Report preparation – both written and verbal
6. Attending author events as required
To be successful in this role you will have:
1. A tertiary qualification in Marketing, Business or a related field
2. A minimum of 2-3 years’ experience in sales
3. Experience using feedback and data analysis to make informed and strategic decisions
4. Proven ability to think and work analytically
5. Excellent attention to detail
6. Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
In addition, you will be a book loving opportunist and a champion of process and operational improvements with the goal of best sales outcomes. You are a self starter and used to working independently. Previous experience in the publishing or book industry is highly desirable.
If you are interested in this role, we invite you to apply now. All applications must include a cover letter which outlines your suitability to the role. Please note, due to the high volume of applications only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.
Company: Penguin Random House Australia Pty Ltd
Country: Australia
City: Hobart
Postal Code: 7000
Job ID: 279510
Date: Apr 24, 2025
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