Thorpe-Bowker is seeking a highly motivated, well-organised and efficient full-time sales person for the position of retail sales executive. The successful applicant will work closely with the national sales and marketing manager to identify, qualify and close new sales opportunities and also endeavour to renew, up- and cross-sell to our retail bookshop customer base. The product range includes, but is not limited to, Global Books in Print, PacStream, BookNet and our media products (Bookseller+Publisher magazine and the Weekly Book Newsletter etc).
The ideal candidate will have/be:
- Excellent communication and computer skills
- A proven track record in driving sales and customer service
- Experience in the book industry would be advantageous
- A professional business manner with a ‘can-do’ attitude, outcome and solution orientated
- Team player who enjoys contributing to the over-all success of the organisation
- Versatility and flexibility
Ideally the successful applicant will have had some experience and knowledge of PacStream and the BookNet POS system, although this is not a pre-requisite. The position would suit someone who is looking to expand their experience in book industry sales and is willing to learn and develop their skills.
Remuneration is dependant on experience and includes commission. Applications in writing, addressing the above criteria, should be sent to Anthony Shaw, National Sales and Marketing Manager, Thorpe-Bowker, PO Box 6509, St Kilda Road Central, Vic 8008, or email anthony.shaw@thorpe.com.au.
Thorpe-Bowker is Australia’s leading provider of market intelligence services for the book industry.
