Publishing Sales and Marketing Manager

**This is the re-advertisement of 168914. Previous applicants need not
apply.**





Bodleian Library Publishing is a recognized leader in cultural publishing,
bringing Oxford’s rich library collections to readers worldwide, with an
innovative list of illustrated and non-illustrated trade titles. You will be a
key member of the Publishing team, responsible for all aspects of sales,
marketing, stock management, publicity and social media. You will also set the
overall sales and marketing strategy, increasing sales by supporting current
relationships and developing new markets and strategies.





You will have:





* Extensive experience in a trade publishing sales and/or marketing role


* A proven track record of increasing sales, preferably with experience in managing key accounts and special sales


* Experience in managing book data


* Experience in managing international sales accounts and marketing initiatives


* Experience in managing stock in multiple locations


* Strong communication skills, both written and verbal


* The ability to work independently and prioritize own workload


* A positive, can-do attitude and be a team player


* Experience of creating sales reports, analysing and presenting sales and stock data




This is a permanent position based in Oxford. The working hours are full-
time/part-time (30 - 37.5 hours per week), flexible depending on candidate.





Our staff and students come from all over the world, and we proudly promote a
friendly and inclusive culture. Diversity is positively encouraged, through
diverse groups and champions, as well as a number of family-friendly policies,
such as the right to apply for flexible working and support for staff
returning from periods of extended absence, for example, shared parental
leave.





University employees are also eligible to join the relevant pension scheme for
their role. Further information on the University’s staff benefits for both
work and personal life can be found here: https://hr.admin.ox.ac.uk/staff-
benefits





We aim to provide a supportive working environment and are happy to discuss
training and professional development opportunities. The Chair of this
recruitment panel will be Dr Samuel Fanous, Head of Publishing, who can be
contacted with enquiries relating to the role (
samuel.fanous@bodleian.ox.ac.uk). General queries about the recruitment and
application process should be directed to the Recruitment team
(recruitment@bodleian.ox.ac.uk).





You will be required to upload a CV and a supporting statement form as part of
your online application. Your supporting statement form should list each of
the essential and desirable selection criteria, as listed in the job
description, and explain how you meet each one.





Only applications received online before 12.00 midday (GMT) on Friday 26
January 2024 can be considered. Interviews are expected to take place on
Tuesday 6 February 2024.