Associate Director, Client Sales, Special Markets

1230 Ave of the Americas, New York, NY 10036, USAReq #405

Thursday, January 2, 2025

Simon & Schuster was named to Forbes magazine list of America's Best Mid-Size Employers 2022. Simon & Schuster is a global leader in general interest publishing, dedicated to providing the best in fiction and nonfiction for readers of all ages, and in all printed, digital and audio formats. Its distinguished roster of authors includes many of the world's most popular and widely recognized writers, and winners of the most prestigious literary honors and awards. It is home to numerous well-known imprints and divisions such as Simon & Schuster, Scribner, Atria Books, Gallery Books, Pocket Books, Adams Media, Simon & Schuster Children's Publishing and Simon & Schuster Audio and international companies in Australia, Canada, India and the United Kingdom, and proudly brings the works of its authors to readers in more than 200 countries and territories. For more information visit our website at www.simonandschuster.com.

Simon & Schuster is seeking an Associate Director, Client Sales, Special Markets who will be a key strategic leader responsible for driving revenue growth and ensuring superior service for our Distribution Clients within the Special Markets channel. This high-visibility role serves as the primary liaison between Distribution Clients, the Distribution Client Services team, and the internal Special Markets team.

Key Responsibilities Include:

• Client Relationship Management: Serve as the primary point of contact for assigned Distribution Clients and the Distribution Client Services team for all Special Markets related matters.

• Strategic Sales Leadership: Attend all client sales conferences, identify key title opportunities for each Special Markets channel, and develop targeted sales strategies to maximize revenue potential.

• Performance Analysis & Reporting: Conduct monthly reviews of client sales performance across all Special Markets channels, analyze trends, and provide actionable insights to the four Special Markets Channel Directors to inform go-to-market strategies and achieve sales targets.

• Internal Communication & Collaboration: Effectively communicate all pertinent news, updates, and client-specific information to the Special Markets team. Proactively communicate Distribution Client expectations for new clients to the relevant teams, ensuring a smooth and successful onboarding process.

• Executive Reporting: Prepare and deliver quarterly business reviews to the Distribution Client Sales team, highlighting performance, key initiatives, and future growth opportunities.

Qualifications:

• Minimum 5 years sales experience, account support management, or equivalent experience in a mid-size or large publishing company

• Must have Special Markets experience

• Ability to work well under pressure and proactively solve problems in a fast-paced environment.

• Efficiency in multitasking and prioritizing tasks to meet deadlines

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Must be proficient in Excel and PowerPoint

Simon & Schuster US is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) including disability/vet. At Simon & Schuster US, the spirit of inclusion feeds into everything that we do. From employee benefits/programs and social impact outreach initiatives, we believe that opportunity, access, resources and rewards should be available to and for the benefit of all. Simon & Schuster US is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship status, marital status, disability, gender identity, gender expression, and Veteran status.

The hiring salary range for this position applies to New York City, California, Colorado, Washington state, and most other geographies. Starting pay for the successful applicant depends on a variety of job-related factors, including but not limited to geographic location, market demands, experience, training, and education. The benefits available for this position include medical, dental, vision, 401(k) plan, life insurance coverage, disability benefits, tuition assistance program and PTO or, if applicable. Additionally, employees have access to our industry-first, Broad Based Ownership program, which makes all employees partners in our shared success.

Candidates hired for this or any other posted Simon & Schuster role will be employees of Simon & Schuster, LLC, subject to all policies, including the Workplace Privacy Notice (https://www.simonandschuster.com/p/workplace-privacy-notice) , and eligible solely for the benefits plans thereof.

Other details

• Job FamilyBook Sales

• Job FunctionSales

• Pay TypeSalary

• Employment IndicatorRegular

• Min Hiring Rate$95,000.00

• Max Hiring Rate$100,000.00

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