Sales and Distribution Manager- Publishing

Sales and Distribution Manager – Drive sales growth, deepen account relationships, and develop distribution partnerships to increase visibility of Church Publishing titles across US and international markets. Reports to the AVP Marketing. Responsibilities Support sales team (Ingram) across national accounts, field, and international. Maintain strong, direct relationships with accounts to ensure timely delivery of title information, metadata updates, and supplemental sell-in materials. Build brand awareness at existing accounts and cultivate relationships with new accounts. Support our marketing distribution client and pursue distribution opportunities. Represent the publisher at industry events, trade shows, and bookseller conferences. Manage communications to bookstores, including Christian retail accounts, and develop additional communications channels to engage bookstores and libraries. Enable coop advertising and retailer‑specific promotional opportunities for print and eBooks. Enable special sales and event‑driven book sales opportunities. Oversee sales reporting and analytics for subscription‑based electronic resources hosted on third‑party platforms. Analyze sales trends across channels and share insights with internal teams to inform forecasting, targeting, and publishing decisions. Regular in‑person, on‑site interaction with colleagues for relationship building and meaningful collaboration. Qualifications Strategic thinker with strong sales instincts, results orientation, and a passion for book publishing. Strong organizational and communication skills; detail‑oriented with the ability to multitask, prioritize, and meet deadlines. Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a cross‑functional environment. Ability to travel to conferences, trade shows, and account meetings as needed. Understanding of book distribution networks, metadata standards, and retail sales dynamics. Proven track record in managing key accounts and achieving revenue targets. Education and Experience 7+ years of sales experience in book publishing. Strong network in book publishing. Bachelor’s degree preferred. Combination of education and experience considered. Benefits Medical (including Vision) Dental Employer‑funded defined benefit pension plan (five‑year vesting) Employee Life Insurance Spouse and Dependent Life Insurance Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance Short‑Term Disability (STD) coverage Long‑Term Disability (LTD) coverage (pre‑tax or after‑tax) Business Travel Accident Insurance Worker’s Compensation Employee Assistance Program Retiree health insurance (eligible after 10 years) Retiree life insurance 401(k) with matching contributions (immediate vesting) Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) Commuter Benefits New York’s 529 College Savings Program (NY State residents) Salary Range: $74,000 - $90,000 Website: CPG is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to fair hiring practices and do not discriminate against job applicants or employees based on any protected characteristics. We also celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. #J-18808-Ljbffr Church Publishing Incorporated