China Co-Publishing Partnerships Manager

Sage; Shanghai (VA); On-site; USD 44,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Sage seeks a Co-Publishing Business Development Manager to drive strategic partnerships across China. You will identify and secure co-publishing opportunities with Chinese institutions, build relationships with academic leaders and publishing partners, and develop compelling proposals and commercial agreements.

With 5+ years in academic publishing or BD and fluency in English and Chinese, you will lead negotiations, monitor market trends, and represent Sage at industry events, contributing to a

Qualifications

• 5+ years' experience in academic publishing, STM publishing, journal partnerships, or business development.
• Strong network across the Chinese research, society, and publishing communities.
• Proven track record in business development, partnership management, and negotiations.
• Strong commercial awareness and strategic thinking.
• Excellent communication skills in English and Chinese.

Responsibilities

• Identify and secure new co-publishing opportunities with Chinese research institutions, societies, and publishers.
• Build and maintain relationships with academic leaders, editors, society executives, and publishing partners.
• Develop partnership proposals, business cases, and commercial agreements.
• Lead contract negotiations and coordinate internal stakeholders to deliver successful partnerships.
• Monitor market trends, competitor activities, and emerging partnership opportunities.
• Represent Sage at industry events, conferences, and key customer meetings.

Skills

English

Chinese

Networking

Negotiation

Education

Master's degree or above

Job description

Sage seeks a Co-Publishing Business Development Manager to drive strategic partnerships across China. You will identify and secure co-publishing opportunities with Chinese institutions, build relationships with academic leaders and publishing partners, and develop compelling proposals and commercial agreements.

With 5+ years in academic publishing or BD and fluency in English and Chinese, you will lead negotiations, monitor market trends, and represent Sage at industry events, contributing to a