Publishing Sales and Marketing Administrator
Update April 2025: We have received an overwhelming number of excellent applications for this role. We are working through them and will be in touch with preferred candidates shortly. We appreciate your patience. While we have enough applicants for this role, we are always interested in hearing from talented people in the book world, particularly those with editorial and marketing skills, please don’t hesitate to reach out and tell us about yourself with the details below.
Location: Australia (Remote – work from home).
About the Role:
We are seeking an energetic, proactive Publishing Sales and Marketing Administrator who can juggle a wide range of administrative responsibilities while actively seeking new sales opportunities. This role is ideal for a self-starter with strong organizational skills and a passion for driving sales in the publishing industry. If you are looking to make a tangible impact, we want to hear from you.
About Exisle Publishing:
Exisle Publishing is one of Australia’s most respected fully independent, family-owned publishing houses. We specialize in non-fiction titles that inspire personal development, mental health, and well-being, alongside our award-winning EK Books imprint for children. With a growing international presence and a catalogue that champions important social and environmental topics, we are passionate about books that make a difference.
Key Responsibilities:
Sales Administration:
- Manage all aspects of sales submissions, including preparation, scheduling, and follow-ups for key accounts.
- Maintain and update sales databases, submission trackers, and master sheet, ensuring all sales data is live and current.
- Coordinate bi-monthly sales meetings and support representatives with essential sales materials.
- Process orders, track inventory levels, and flag reprint requirements.
Marketing Support:
- Coordinate email marketing campaigns (EDMs) targeting booksellers and special sales customers.
- Assist in the preparation and distribution of sales kits, catalogues, and promotional materials.
- Support the creation and maintenance of thematic sales campaigns.
Sales Growth & Opportunity Development:
- Proactively research and approach new sales channels, including educational institutions, online marketplaces, and niche retailers.
- Build relationships with potential buyers through cold outreach, conferences, and digital marketing approaches.
- Collaborate with the sales lead to execute new market strategies and regional campaigns.
- Identify and leverage online growth opportunities, especially through digital marketing and e-commerce partnerships.
Key Qualifications & Experience:
- Experience in sales administration, marketing coordination, or a related field, preferably in publishing, is a must.
- Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously is essential.
- Strong data-driven, analytical mindset with the ability to assess sales data and adjust strategies accordingly.
- Proven ability to take initiative, work independently, and achieve targets without micromanagement.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; comfortable liaising with key industry stakeholders.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, SharePoint, and CRM systems or the ability to quickly learn.
What We Offer:
- The opportunity to contribute significantly to the sales and marketing strategy of a respected, mission-driven publisher.
- Flexibility to work remotely from anywhere in Australia.
- A high degree of independence in a supportive work environment with meaningful growth opportunities.
To apply, email your resume and cover letter to [email protected] with the subject: Sales and Marketing Administrator