• Single Copy Distribution Coordinator

    Woodward Communications, Inc. (Dubuque, IA)


    SINGLE COPY DISTRIBUTION COORDINATOR

    Job Details

    Job Location

     

    TH Media - Dubuque, IA

    Position Type

    Full Time

    Education Level

    High School

     

    Job Category

     

    Media - Journalism - Newspaper

    Description

    Supervisory Responsibilities:

    + People: None, other than self

    + Data: Carrier records, Single Copy Billing Data.

    + Things: Computers, office equipment/supplies, company vehicles, and telephones.

    Overall Responsibilities:

    + Meets single-copy distribution volume goals for TH and assigned weekly publications.

    + Monitors single-copy billing, promptly corrects errors, and ensures single-copy payment accuracy. Collects past-due single-copy payments.

    + Gathers and enters single-copy dealer return information meeting assigned standards.

    + Monitors and adjusts single copy draws.

    + Oversees and manages relationships with the independent contract carriers and haulers

    + Oversee TH and weekly publication distribution as assigned.

    + Supports all distribution department efforts including hands-on delivery as needed.

    + Develops and maintains relationships with single-copy dealer managers and decision-makers.

    Specific Responsibilities:

    + Maintain a "customer-comes-first" environment with proactive commitment to internal and external customer service.

    + Be in regular communication with single-copy dealers, develop and maintain good professional relationships with each.

    + Assist in single-copy promotion to increase sales volumes, including in-store displays, signage and other promotional opportunities.

    + Be vigilant about single copy billing to ensure prompt payment from dealers and speedy resolution of any errors, discrepancies, complaints, etc.

    + Assist with and deliver down routes as needed.

    + Monitor and adjust single copy draws to maximize profitability.

    + Participate in budget planning process as requested.

    + Maintain a working knowledge of all federal, state and local laws affecting assigned areas of responsibility.

    + Suggest and initiate, as appropriate, new methods and procedures to enhance the efficient operation of the department.

    + Actively participates in the Great Game of Business.

    + All other duties as assigned.

    Qualifications

    Behavior:Self-motivated, respectful and resourceful. Recognizes and encourages superior performance, works within time-constraints. Enhance newspaper image to the public and dealer contacts and set a good example for employees. Maintains a valid driver’s license.Skills:Management skills that include time management/organization, team building, coaching, counseling, all levels of communication, problem-solving, decision-making and analytical ability. Awareness of market trends that affect the total organization. Working knowledge of Word, Excel, circulation and navigation systems, etc.Knowledge:Extensive college level courses in marketing or related field or equivalentmanagement experience.