Candlewick Press is seeking a Temporary Sales Assistant. Reporting to two National Account Managers and the Director of Sales, Retail. The ideal candidate will be able to undertake a variety of office support tasks and work diligently to meet deadlines. Responsibilities include running sales reports and creating sales materials, internal order processing and tracking, distributing in-house materials, preparing large mailings, and sending samples to accounts as needed.

Qualifications include a strong interest in book publishing and sales, excellent verbal/written communication skills, a proactive approach to work and exceptional attention to detail. Organizational skills with a proven ability to prioritize multiple assignments and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment as well as the ability to work both independently and within a team is necessary. Strong proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook and the ability to learn new systems is also essential. This position is based in our Somerville office.

Responsibilities will include but not be limited to the following:

• Assist in the preparation for account submissions, meetings, and seasonal previews - grids, presentations, title research, gathering materials
• Assist with data entry and maintaining data integrity related to account sell-in and systems
• Maintain, track, and run daily sales, as well as weekly and seasonal reports
• Address operational issues, track shipments for accounts, and monitor the progress of orders
• Assist the team with various ad hoc projects upon request
• Maintain departmental databases and tracking grids
• Distribute sales materials
• Create and customize Edelweiss collections
• Update the sales calendar with sales appointments
• Assist with Edelweiss collections and review features
• Assist with other departmental and support tasks as requested
• Distribution of proprietary materials internally and to customers
• Maintain the Special Markets dummy library for both the trade and proprietary business
• Assist with proprietary projects as needed.

This is a temporary, part-time role based in our Somerville office starting in September and continuing until mid-December. Working an average of 21 hours per week during usual business hours will be necessary.