Sourcebooks · 1 month ago
Regional Indie Sales Manager - South
Naperville, IL
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$60K/yr - $70K/yr
3+ years expSourcebooks is a company dedicated to the transformative power of books, seeking an experienced Regional Indie Sales Manager to enhance their sales team. The role focuses on expanding sales and market share in the independent bookstore market across multiple states through relationship-building and strategic sales initiatives.
BooksPublishing
Responsibilities
Growing sales in the independent bookstore market to exceed sales plans and increase market share
Growing POS volume to assigned goals
Representing the publisher with in-person sales calls multiple times a year as well as participating in regional and national trade shows
Establishing and growing relationships with key independent bookstores, the ABA, and regional independent bookstore associations
Expanding the number of independent bookstore accounts ordering directly from Sourcebooks
Curating individual title lists to fit the unique nature of each bookstore
Reintroducing Sourcebooks essential backlist titles to the independent book market
Securing prime placement, bookseller reviews, indie next nominations for Sourcebooks titles
Creating regional and national bestsellers within the channel
Inventory forecasting and revenue budgeting
Working in partnership with the Retail Marketing department on sales promotions for independent bookstores
Managing author events and book signings within your territory
Qualification
Required
Minimum 3 years book publishing sales experience, preferably with independent bookstores
Excellent presentation, communication, and interpersonal skills
A driven goal-oriented and collaborative team player with high attention to detail
Outgoing in nature, comfortable navigating a sales call and proactively going after new business
Highly organized with the ability to manage many projects at once
Experience in setting and driving sales strategy to meet goals
Proficient in standard MS Office programs, sales reporting, and analysis
Experience in forecasting and budgeting
Extensive travel required, including overnight and occasional weekends
Must possess a valid driver's license and have reliable transportation
Preferred
Bachelor's degree strongly preferred
Benefits
Medical/Prescription drug insurance
Dental
Vision
Health Care
Dependent Care
Flexible Spending Account
Health Savings Account
401(k)
Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance
Life/AD&D Insurance
& generous paid time off
Company
Sourcebooks
Sourcebooks is a publishing house focused on publishing books under many categories, including romance novels, gift books, and more.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageRecent News
Gifts & Decorative Accessories
2025-06-12
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