Page Two has an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated, detail-oriented, and customer-service focused Sales Associate.

 

COMPANY OVERVIEW

Page Two is an independent publisher specializing in non-fiction books by entrepreneurs, subject matter experts, and organizations. We are nine years old and over those years have grown to a world-class team of twenty people whose authors include some of the world’s foremost thought leaders. We are a dynamic company with a commitment to excellence in publishing and author services, and a passion for innovation. Our close-knit team finds creative ways of staying connected with one other and with our authors – both online and in person. We work hard, we laugh a lot, and we believe in the transformative power of books.

WHAT WE STAND FOR

Care: Treat people with empathy and compassion.

Curiosity: Embrace a spirit of inquiry and seek a deeper understanding.

Creativity: Think beyond limits.

Excellence: Do superb work that surpasses expectations.

Integrity: Be reliable, accountable, and transparent.

Partnership: Exchange mutual expertise to uplift one another.

 

THE ROLE

Page Two is seeking a full-time Sales Associate. We’re on the lookout for an individual who’s driven, detail-oriented, and passionate about books. The ideal candidate must possess strong critical thinking skills, an unerring eye for sales numbers and reports, impeccable attention to detail, and a proactive approach to problem-solving. They should thrive in a dynamic environment, juggling various tasks with ease while bringing creativity to the table. In this role, you’ll be pivotal in managing the sales and distribution process, ensuring a seamless experience for our authors, and working closely with the Sales team to review and strategize on a number of key initiatives. Collaboration is key, as you’ll work closely with a dedicated team across departments and maintain strong relationships with our valued clients.

We accommodate hybrid in-office and remote work arrangements. Page Two’s office is located in Vancouver and we also subscribe to a co-working space in Toronto. The ideal candidate will be based either in Vancouver who will work out of the Vancouver office several times a week, or in the Greater Toronto Area, who will be able to work in person with our sales team at our co-working space on a regular basis.

Responsibilities:

• Manage the sales and distribution experience and process for Page Two authors.
• Provide feedback on sales targets and strategy/plans created by the Sales Director, and execute sales strategies/plans and related sales activities to meet or, where possible, exceed sales targets and other expectations.
• Manage and optimize metadata for frontlist and backlist titles to drive consumer engagement.
• Report on all sales-related client issues and support efficient and proactive resolution.
• Work with the Sales Administrator to ensure sufficient inventory/stock levels are maintained and ordered to meet customer demand and anticipated sales.
• Liaise between our distribution partners and in-house departments to ensure the regular flow of sales, production, marketing, and publicity information to stakeholders.
• Represent Page Two and the sales team in author-client meetings, where needed, and provide optimal client services.

This position reports to the Sales Director.

 

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR

Preferred skills/qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in sales or publishing industry experience.
• Requires a sales focus and customer-centric approach.
• Superior written and verbal communications skills, excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• Superb analytical and critical thinking skills.
• High attention to detail in a deadline-driven environment, with the ability to multitask and prioritize, is key.
• Strong computer skills; intermediate-to-advanced Excel skills.
• Experience with Booknet, Catalist and Bookscan an asset.
• Works well in a hybrid in-person and remote team environment.
• Proficiency working with digital workflows and content management systems (e.g. Google Workspace, Smartsheets, or other time-management applications).

 

WHAT WE OFFER
$50,000 to $60,000 per year, based on experience.

Benefits

• Group health/dental/insurance benefits program with spouse and dependant coverage
• 10 days paid vacation to start, moving to 15 days after two years of employment
• 6 paid sick days per year
• 4 paid flex/discretionary days per year
• A blend of in-office and remote work flexibility
• Professional development opportunities
• A commission on any project you bring to Page Two

Start date

This position will start as soon as possible.

Location

Page Two is seeking a candidate in the Lower Mainland of BC or the Greater Toronto Area of Ontario. Our head office is in Vancouver, and we have a co-working membership at a central location in downtown Toronto. We offer the possibility of hybrid at-home and in-office work. Regular in-person work is required at either location.

How to apply

Please submit your cover letter and resume to jobs@pagetwo.com by June 14, 2024. Please put SALES in the subject line and include your cover letter and CV/resume in one document.

 

Page Two’s Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

Page Two believes the diversity of experiences, ideas, identities, and organizations in our community and the publishing industry makes us stronger. We know that book publishing has traditionally excluded and continues to exclude people from marginalized communities. We are dedicated to being a publisher that respects, champions, and amplifies the work of marginalized and underrepresented people.

Page Two sits on the unceded, traditional lands of the xʷməθkwəy̓əm (Musqueam), Skwxwú7mesh (Squamish), and Səl̓ílwətaʔ/Selilwitulh (Tsleil-Waututh) Nations. We are committed to the decolonization of our publishing practices and to reconciliation with all Indigenous Peoples in Canada.

We understand that being a truly diverse, equitable, and inclusive company requires constant learning and improvement, and are committed to this crucial, lifelong work.