Remote Sales Assistant, Children's Publishing Accounts

Talentify; New York (NY); Remote; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Macmillan Publishers is seeking a Sales Assistant to join the Children's Sales team. Reporting to the B&N Manager, the assistant will support Barnes & Noble and Canadian retailers, track sales and other projects for both accounts, and prepare materials for their sales calls and seasonal presentations.

Our ideal candidate is highly organized and detail oriented with the ability to multi-task across multiple projects. Experience in sales or publishing, including internships, is a plus.

Qualifications

• Proficient in Microsoft Office and Google Suite, especially Excel.
• Very strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and prioritize tasks across teams.

Responsibilities

• Support the Barnes & Noble and Canada managers in daily tasks.
• Prepare sales materials for each account, including monthly sales calls and seasonal presentations.
• Create and distribute daily and weekly sales reports to National Account Managers.
• Communicate updates about projects and follow up with accounts and team members from different departments.
• Attend seasonal planning meetings.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Time management

Multitasking

Detail oriented

Organization

Able to prioritize tasks

Education

College graduates preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Google Suite

Excel

Job description

Macmillan Publishers is seeking a Sales Assistant to join the Children's Sales team. Reporting to the B&N Manager, the assistant will support Barnes & Noble and Canadian retailers, track sales and other projects for both accounts, and prepare materials for their sales calls and seasonal presentations.

Our ideal candidate is highly organized and detail oriented with the ability to multi-task across multiple projects. Experience in sales or publishing, including internships, is a plus.