Sales Assistant

Sales Assistant - (Hybrid)

The Penguin Random House Special Markets division is seeking a Sales Assistant to support the Direct Market team in their sales efforts. Specific responsibilities include:

1. Work directly with comic creators to establish accounts
2. Manage all operational needs related to exclusive comic variant process
3. Prepares sales materials such as title collections and materials for Sales meetings
4. Assist with content creation and asset research for comic and specialty retail sales websites
5. Craft targeted pitches
6. Create seasonal PowerPoint presentations, and newsletters
7. Maintain Misc. Direct Market sales rep code
8. Be administrator for Direct Market and Retail inbox
9. Provides general administrative support for the department
10. Follow and track inventory for seasonal plan-o-grams
11. Prepare new title set up forms
12. Follow up on customer orders and sample requests
13. Capture and maintain notes on progress and upload to salesforce
14. Communicate with Imprint Sales Team to ensure all requisite materials are sourced for seasonal sell-in

Please apply if you meet the following minimum requirements:

• Strong interest in a sales position with a publishing company
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team
• Passion for Comic Books and Graphic Novels
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Proactive with strong follow-up skills
• Ability to successfully prioritize and work on multiple projects at a time
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook
• Experience with Mailchimp preferred but not required

This NYC-based role is a hybrid position with in-office responsibilities for a minimum of two days a week in the office. We will consider candidates who can work from a commutable distance to our offices at 1745 Broadway, which includes the tri-state area (NJ, CT, & PA).

The salary for this role is $51,000. All positions are currently eligible for annual profit award or bonus, subject to company results. Please apply by September 17th, 2025 and include your resume for consideration.

Penguin Random House values the array of talents and perspectives that a diverse workforce brings. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status.