Sales Coordinator, Special Markets

Summary: Simon & Schuster is a global leader in general interest publishing, dedicated to providing the best in fiction and nonfiction for readers of all ages. The Sales Coordinator in the Special Sales department will support the Specialty Retail Sales team by handling administrative tasks, processing orders, and coordinating with accounts and publishers. Responsibilities: - Provides support to the Specialty Retail Sales team - Processing purchase orders and work orders - Coordinating purchase orders for accounts with the work order warehouse teams - Communicating with buyers regarding these orders - Preparing seasonal and ad hoc digital catalogs and compelling sales presentations for accounts - Coordinating sample orders or digital material requests from buyers - Communicating with accounts/buyers regarding out of stock notices and reprint information - Completing new item setup sheets for accounts - Working closely with publishers to coordinate custom book products for accounts - Processing quote requests, deal memos, and bind orders for custom orders Required Qualifications: - Excellent verbal and written communication skills - Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail - Strong operational skills with expertise in Excel - Ability to work in a fast-paced environment; strong work ethic - Ability to effectively communicate with accounts and all levels of management - A general interest in books and reading as well as general knowledge of specialty retail stores and a keen interest in helping the team grow sales - Problem-solver, team player and someone that takes initiative - Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite Preferred Qualifications: - 1-2 Years Book Publishing Experience Is Highly Preferred Required Skills: Excel, Microsoft Office Suite, Book publishing Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k) plan, Life insurance coverage, Disability benefits, Tuition assistance program, PTO, Broad Based Ownership program