Key Account Manager

Inspired Selection; London; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading publisher specialising in commercial fiction seeks a Key Account Manager. This dynamic role involves managing key accounts, cultivating retailer relationships, and driving sales. Ideal for individuals with a passion for books and innovative sales strategies, offering hybrid working arrangements and excellent benefits.

Benefits

Hybrid working arrangement

Summer hours

Excellent benefits

Qualifications

• Strong presentation and persuasive communication skills.
• Excellent organizational abilities and attention to detail.
• Understanding of the book market.

Responsibilities

• Manage key UK and international trade accounts.
• Develop and deliver impactful pitches and presentations.
• Drive sales through various channels.

Skills

Presentation

Communication

Sales

Organizational skills

Job description

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We are excited to be looking for a dedicated Key Account Manager to join a vibrant and rapidly expanding publisher specialising in high-demand commercial fiction, including genres like Crime, Thrillers, Romance, and Fantasy. This position is perfect for a dynamic, sales-oriented individual with a deep passion for mass-market books who thrives in an innovative and ambitious environment.

The successful candidate will manage key UK and international trade accounts, driving print sales to new heights. Our client is seeking someone with a proactive, positive attitude, and the ambition to cultivate strong relationships with major retailers, supermarkets, independent bookshops, wholesalers, and new potential sales channels. Based in Central London, this role will report to the Sales and Marketing Director and offers a hybrid working arrangement, summer hours, and excellent benefits.

• Develop and deliver impactful pitches and presentations.
• Manage key UK accounts (Gardners, Waterstones, WHS Travel) and expand reach in the independent sector.
• Support and brief international sales agents.
• Drive sales through Bookshop.org, subscription customers, and special editions.
• Create compelling sales materials and keep customers updated on marketing opportunities.
• Represent the company at trade shows and author meetings.
• Maintain customer information and ensure timely follow-ups.

If you are someone who understands the book market and has excellent presentation and persuasive communication skills. Strong organisational abilities and attention to detail, along with a hunger for mass-market books and innovative sales strategies then we would love to hear from you. Are you ready to make a significant impact!