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Simon and Schuster, Inc. is seeking a National Accounts Manager to join the Distribution Client National Accounts sales team, selling children’s and adult client titles to Books-a-Million/American Wholesale Book Company (AWBC).

In this position, the National Account Manager is required to sell in our client lines seasonally. These include New York Times bestsellers, award-winners, plus many evergreen classics. Our clients are some of the largest publishers of manga, graphic novels, pop culture, romantasy, self-help, test prep, health & wellness, business, art, mysteries & thrillers, politics, cookbooks, adult coloring, tarot, plus licensed and non-licensed kids’ books in the world. The perfect Account Manager will have a broad base of publishing market knowledge and interests.

This role requires creating and maintaining strong relationships with the Books-a-Million buying and management teams. Books-a-Million is in growth mode, and we need a rep who can find titles that fit the expanding opportunities at the account.

This role requires the Account Manager to create good relationships with the clients. They must provide up front guidance as well as regular ongoing feedback on titles, at sell-in through on-sale. They must keep accurate estimates and provide forecasts. They are the voice of the market for clients providing feedback on covers, packaging and content at sales conference and other meetings. They must also work well in a team environment.

Qualifications Include:

+ Minimum 3-5 years of active selling experience in the publishing industry is required, preferably with Books-a-Million, Ingram or Barnes & Noble

+ Experience with distribution clients would be a bonus

+ Exceptional interpersonal skills needed with the ability to effectively communicate with varied personalities at the account as well as all levels of management

+ Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage many projects simultaneously while attending to details and deadlines

+ Proficient in Microsoft Office, Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Edelweiss

+ Passionate, dedicated reader

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.

Job Details

Job Family** **Book Sales, National Accounts

Job Function** **Sales

Pay Type** **Salary

Employment Indicator** **Regular

Hiring Min Rate** **75,000 USD

Hiring Max Rate** **85,000 USD