Chronicle Books Jobs in Rutherford, NJ (NOW HIRING)

Chronicle Books is searching for a Sales & Marketing Assistant to provide support for our NY-based Marketing & Publicity team and our Northeast Independent and School & Library Sales Manager in addition to providing other Sales and Marketing support as needed. Reporting to the Executive Director of Marketing & Publicity, this is an integral role that works across teams and provides insight into how these key departments bring our books to market.
Key Responsibilities: 50% of this role will be sales oriented, assisting our key account sales manager handling School & Library (S&L) sales, placing orders for key S&L accounts, managing key account meeting preparations, and gathering information from multiple departments. The Assistant will also request and mail samples, attend key account meetings, build Edelweiss collections for buyers, summarize sales reports, keep all Salesforce account information current, and manage order tracking.
The other 50% of this position will be in Marketing & Publicity, managing departmental meetings and agendas, gathering all event information for company-wide emails, assisting the development of seasonal marketing plans, and providing support for Children's publicity. In addition, creating M&P PowerPoint slides, handling publicity & marketing mailings, conducting influencer research, acting as a point person for M&P point person in the NYC office will be part of this role as well.
Hiring Salary Range: $24.52 - $28.25/hr. This range represents the anticipated low and high end of the expected salary for this position and will be determined by factors including, but not limited to, an applicant's education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, and geographic location as well as internal equity and alignment with market data. This position is eligible for our profit share plan.
Benefits: Chronicle Books offers a full suite of benefits, including, but not limited to, medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401k, a profit share plan, three weeks of paid vacation to start, two weeks of sick time per year, and company holidays, including a paid winter break between Christmas Day and New Year's Day, paid family, maternity, and paternity leave, commuter benefits, long-term disability insurance, annual tuition assistance, annual wellness stipend, and more.
Schedule: Employees at Chronicle Books follow a regular hybrid schedule in our New York City office of at least three (3) in-office days per week and up to five (5) in-office days per week, depending on project and business needs.
To Apply: Please follow the link to submit a resume and cover letter via our career site.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, or veteran status. We look for candidates who will add to our culture and support the company's vision of a diverse, equitable, inclusive, and collaborative workplace, and we are proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. If you are excited about this role but do not meet 100% of the qualifications listed above, we still encourage you to apply.
About Us: Founded in 1967 in San Francisco, Chronicle Books is one of the world's most admired publishers and distributors of illustrated books, gifts, and games for all ages. Its highly acclaimed list spans art, photography, food, lifestyle, pop culture, humor, self-help, wellness, children's books, and stationery, among other categories. Chronicle Books is the home of numerous award-winning authors, bestselling series, and trend-setting titles. Chronicle Books is committed to partnering with artists, writers, and business partners who represent the diversity of our world and to fostering an inclusive company culture that respects and promotes diverse backgrounds and points of view. For more information visit www.chroniclebooks.com .
Requirements
Applicants should be highly motivated with excellent organizational skills and keen attention to detail. They will have a proven ability to take initiative, prioritize, and juggle varying responsibilities while also possessing excellent writing and communication skills. A strong knowledge of Microsoft Office, with exceptional Excel and PowerPoint skills, is a must. Canva experience is a plus. Other preferred competencies include Salesforce and Edelweiss. Experience working in a fast-paced office environment and/or book publishing experience is a plus.
Salary Description
$24.52 - $28.25/hr.