Associate National/National Account Manager

Hachette Book Group•New York, NY

9d•$65,000 - $80,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Hachette Book Group is seeking an experienced Associate National/National Account Manager to join their dynamic Online Retail Sales team. This role requires a customer-centric professional with a proven ability to build strong relationships with both external accounts and internal stakeholders, thriving in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. The position is responsible for selling and marketing Hachette’s eBooks and print books to Amazon.com. The ideal candidate possesses strong communication and presentation skills, commercial acumen, and the ability to analyze market trends to identify sales opportunities. Success requires excellent multitasking, problem-solving abilities, and a sharp eye for detail. The position is based out of the NYC office on a hybrid schedule (3 days in-office, 2 days working from home).

Requirements

2-5 years’ experience in Sales, with knowledge of Amazon Sales and Marketing tools preferred
Advanced Excel skills (V-look ups; pivot tables; etc.), and high degree of comfort with PowerPoint and Outlook required
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills including working with large amounts of data
Strong communication skills (verbal and written) with the aptitude to communicate effectively in both individual and group settings regardless of audience
Proven ability to deliver timely, accurate work product and demonstrate good follow up and follow through
Ability to manage multiple deadlines with accuracy and attention to detail
Excellent organizational skills with the ability to multi-task, prioritize and manage time effectively while also ensuring accuracy of work through attention to detail

Nice To Haves

Candidates with approximately 2-3 years of relevant experience will be considered for the Associate National Account Manager level
Candidates with 3-5+ years of experience and demonstrated advanced expertise may be considered for the National Account Manager level

Responsibilities

Develop and execute strategies to grow sales and profitability for Hachette’s imprints on Amazon.com
Optimize product listings to maximize visibility, conversion, and sales; advise marketing and publishing teams on online retail best practices
Recommend, plan, and coordinate Amazon promotions, including advertising campaigns and book deal opportunities
Prepare and submit monthly editorial recommendations and seasonal title presentations
Monitor and troubleshoot catalog integrity, product availability, and partner compliance across print and digital formats
Serve as a key liaison with Amazon’s editorial, merchandising, and operations teams while maintaining strong communication with internal stakeholders
Conduct ongoing market research to stay current on Amazon platform features, industry trends, competitor activity, and customer behavior
Manage inventory levels and physical replenishment for Amazon.com, including tracking preorders and sales trends, adjusting forecasts, reviewing and managing Amazon purchase orders, SDQs, and other order prompts, and responding to high-priority or time-sensitive order requests.