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Unioncollege

Campus Store Manager

Schenectady, NY

$80K - $90K/yr

The manager of the Union Campus Store oversees the retail and textbook sales operations for the ... The stated hiring rate/range represents the College's good faith and reasonable estimate of the ...

Union College

Campus Store Manager

Schenectady, NY · On-site

$80K - $90K/yr

The manager of the Union Campus Store oversees the retail and textbook sales operations for the ... The stated hiring rate/range represents the College's good faith and reasonable estimate of the ...

FlatWorld

FlatWorld Publishing Sales Representative

$55 - $65K/hr

About the company Our mission is to bring textbook prices back down to earth. College faculty and ... About the job and team As a Sales Representative, you are critical to persuading faculty in your ...

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As of Jul 12, 2026, the average yearly pay for textbook sales rep in the United States is $60,326.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $40,000.00 and $76,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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To thrive as a Textbook Sales Rep, you need strong sales acumen, knowledge of educational products, and preferably a bachelor's degree in business or a related field. Familiarity with CRM software, virtual meeting tools, and digital catalog management platforms is typically required. Exceptional interpersonal skills, persuasive communication, and resilience help you build relationships with educators and adapt to changing client needs. These skills are crucial for consistently meeting sales targets and supporting academic institutions with the right resources.

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A Textbook Sales Representative is responsible for promoting and selling educational materials, including textbooks and digital resources, to schools, colleges, and universities. They build relationships with educators, understand their curriculum needs, and recommend suitable products. The role involves traveling to campuses, conducting product presentations, and negotiating sales contracts. Strong communication, organization, and sales skills are essential for success in this position.

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Campus Store Manager

Unioncollege

Schenectady, NY

$80K - $90K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 6 days ago

Job description

The manager of the Union Campus Store oversees the retail and textbook sales
operations for the College, serving in a key brand stewardship role on the
Communications and Marketing team.

Position Title: Campus Store Manager

Pay Status and Classification: Exempt, Regular Full-time

Supervisor: Vice President for Communications and Marketing

Position Purpose: The manager of the Union Campus Store oversees the retail and textbook sales operations for the College, serving in a key brand stewardship role on the Communications and Marketing team.

Reporting to the Vice President for Communications and Marketing, and working in close consultation with the Chief Marketing Officer (CMO), the manager will provide strategic direction for the on-campus retail and textbook operation as well as the seasonal Union Spirit Shop, which operates at on off-campus arena during the men and women's hockey seasons. The manager also will supervise a staff of full-time and student workers at both locations.

The College seeks an energetic, collaborative and creative leader with strong retail and supervisory experience to help transition the Campus Store into a profitable retail operation and a true Union brand asset.

Essential Responsibilities and Duties:

  • Modernizing Union's textbook sales operation.

  • Continue to develop merchandising improvements.

  • Assess the short and long terms staffing needs of the operation.

  • Collaborate with the VP and CMO on the creation of a strategic plan to realize the full potential od Campus Store operations; fully promote the Union brand.

  • Other reasonable duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

  • A minimum of seven (7) years of full-time retail or merchandising experience, inclusive of supervisory experience.

  • College/university retail experience and/or bookselling experience a plus.

  • Strong knowledge of fashion/merchandising trends.

  • Demonstrated success increasing sales in a retail setting.

  • Experience in budgeting.

  • Outstanding communications and marketing skills.

  • Collaborative and team-oriented working style.

  • Detail-oriented mindset with a demonstrated ability to balance multiple tasks/priorities simultaneously.

  • Willingness and availability to occasionally work on weekends and evenings.

Compensation:

The annual salary range for this position is $80,000-$90,000.Except for roles with a set rate of pay, the wage/salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to departmental budgets, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, and training. The stated hiring rate/range represents the College's good faith and reasonable estimate of the rate/range of possible compensation at the time of posting.

Location: Schenectady, NY

We know some job seekers may not apply for career opportunities unless they meet every qualification in the position description including the preferred qualifications. We are most interested in hiring the best staff and faculty colleagues, and recognize that a successful candidate may come from a less traditional career path. We encourage you to apply, even if you don't believe you meet every one of our preferred qualifications.

We offer exceptional benefits including:

  • Generous Vacation, Sick, and Personal Time

  • Winter Recess Break in Addition to Paid Holidays (in accordance with policy)

  • Healthcare, Dental, and Vision Insurance(Flexible Spending and Dependent Care Accounts)

  • Free On-Campus Fitness Facility Access and Discounts for On-Campus Wellness Programs

  • Employee Scholarships toward Certifications, Seminars, Training and Professional Development

  • Pre and Post Tax participation in a 403(b) Retirement Plan

  • Salary Continuation Program in the event of Disability

  • Tuition programs

Background Checks: In accordance with our background check policy, finalists for hire will undergo a background check that includes education, employment, and criminal convictions.

E-Verify Participation:Union College participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States. Learn more about E-Verify and your Right to Work (Derecho a Trabajar).

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