Acquisitions Coordinator

Findaway; North Canton (OH); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

Findaway is seeking an Acquisitions Coordinator to join the Content Team, focusing on sourcing new educational apps and ensuring libraries have access to quality content. This is a part-time role (30 hours per week) ideal for a self-starter with strong communication skills.

The successful candidate will also develop relationships with app developers and secure contracts for app distribution. Strong organizational abilities and a detail-oriented approach are essential.

Qualifications

• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Proven success in managing projects and processes.

Responsibilities

• Sourcing new educational apps.
• Developing and maintaining partner relationships with app developers.
• Securing contracts for app distribution.
• Onboarding new partners.
• Reviewing apps for quality.

Skills

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Highly organized and attentive to detail

Self-directed and high-energy individual

Proficient with Excel

Basic technical understanding of mobile apps & devices

Job description

Job Description

Findaway’s Content Team delivers simple and immediate access to content. We are looking for an Acquisitions Coordinator to support the Launchpad tablet, ensuring libraries have equal access to quality app content. The role is 30 hour per week, requires a self‑starter with strong communication skills, and offers the opportunity to play a key role in our product’s success.

Responsibilities

• Sourcing new educational apps.
• Developing and maintaining partner relationships with app developers.
• Securing contracts for app distribution.
• Onboarding new partners.
• Reviewing apps for quality.
• Managing metadata and asset collection.
• Assisting the Content Coordinator with editorial review of new apps.
• Identifying target audiences for apps.
• Researching app developers and maintaining an active developer pipeline, with detailed tracking of prospects.
• Presenting the Launchpad distribution opportunity and generating interest from developers.
• Managing contract negotiation and redlines under oversight.
• Guiding developers in completing metadata.
• Managing asset collection and necessary app updates.

Qualifications

• Self‑directed, high‑energy individual with strong accountability.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Highly organized and attentive to detail.
• Proven success in managing projects, processes, and associated tasks.
• Proficient with Excel.
• Basic technical understanding of mobile apps & devices.
• Interest in children’s educational content is a plus.

Additional Information

All applicant information will be kept confidential in accordance with equal‑employment‑opportunity guidelines.