Simon & Schuster has been named to Forbes magazine list of America's Best Mid-Size Employers 2022. Simon & Schuster is a global leader in general interest publishing, dedicated to providing the best in fiction and nonfiction for readers of all ages, and in all printed, digital and audio formats. Its distinguished roster of authors includes many of the world's most popular and widely recognized writers, and winners of the most prestigious literary honors and awards. It is home to numerous well-known imprints and divisions such as Simon & Schuster, Scribner, Atria Books, Gallery Books, Pocket Books, Adams Media, Simon & Schuster Children's Publishing and Simon & Schuster Audio and international companies in Australia, Canada, India and the United Kingdom, and proudly brings the works of its authors to readers in more than 200 countries and territories. For more information visit our website at www.simonandschuster.com.
Simon & Schuster Canada is seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Sales Assistant for a 14-month contract to support our Sales team during an exciting period of growth. This role provides vital administrative and operational support across the department and plays a key part in helping us deliver exceptional service to our client publishers and retail partners.
Key Responsibilities
Provide day-to-day administrative and coordination support to the Sales team.
Assist with sales reporting and data management
Support the team with overflow communications, including responding to client publisher emails and tracking follow-ups
Contribute to sales materials and preparation for title pitches, ensuring information is accurate, current, and compelling
Support and help the sales team prepare for key presentations, both internal and external
Coordinate internal processes and timelines to help the team stay organized and on track
Collaborate with cross-functional departments to ensure smooth execution of sales initiatives
Participate in special projects and provide general departmental support as needed
About You
Highly organized and able to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment
Strong attention to detail, with excellent written and verbal communication skills
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (particularly Excel and Outlook); experience with sales reporting tools is an asset
Collaborative team player with a positive, can-do attitude
Comfortable working independently and taking initiative when priorities shift
A passion for publishing, books, and supporting creative teams is a plus
Simon & Schuster Canada is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) including disability/vet. At Simon & Schuster Canada, the spirit of inclusion feeds into everything that we do. From employee benefits/programs and social impact outreach initiatives, we believe that opportunity, access, resources and rewards should be available to and for the benefit of all. Simon & Schuster Canada is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship status, marital status, disability, gender identity, gender expression, and Veteran status.
Candidates hired for this or any other posted Simon & Schuster Canada role will be employees of Simon & Schuster, LLC Canada ULC, subject to all policies, including the Workplace Privacy Notice, and eligible solely for the benefits plans thereof.
