Digital Sales And Distribution Associate

The Digital Sales and Data Associate is responsible for the accuracy, integrity, and timely execution of information management as it pertains to Kodansha’s catalog of digital books. This position requires a proactive resourcefulness with regard to data management and data fidelity. Performance is evaluated on the basis of key sales metrics, as well as the quality and timeliness of product distribution operations. The Digital Sales and Data Associate reports to the Digital Sales Director.

Our ideal candidate has:

• 3+ years of applicable business experience, preferably in a distribution capacity with metadata-related or adjacent responsibilities
• Basic understanding and comprehension of sales and distribution terminology
• Proficiency with data analysis and comprehension
• Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail
• Strong administrative and project management skills
• Strong communication skills and the ability to engage with a globally diverse range of consumers, providers, and vendors
• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university, or equivalent experience, with a record that demonstrates suitable preparation for this position

Additional preferred skills / knowledge:

• Experience in both digital and print book publishing a PLUS
• Knowledge of anime and manga a PLUS
• Japanese language proficiency a PLUS

Responsibilities:

• Deliver and ensure the integrity of weekly file and metadata releases to digital and print sales channels, with an understanding of third-party back-end platforms (Amazon’s Vendor Central, Apple’s iTunes Connect / Transporter, Google Partner Center, Penguin Random House’s MyHouse,) as well as a foundation to learn proprietary systems.
• Draft, execute, and communicate details of promotional campaigns, including the development of promotional art assets for, but not limited to, merchandising and online marketing
• Set and confirm product release information and dates
• Troubleshoot metadata and version-control inconsistencies with both internal and external partners, including assisting with ebook production and QA
• Collate, prepare, and deliver weekly POS reports for VP of Sales and Marketing
• Collect and prepare monthly sales reports for accounting
• Responsibilities divided as: 50% revolving data distribution to 25+ print and digital partners / 30% communication with Tokyo regarding approvals / 10% proactive merchandising / 5% business development / 5% immediate needs

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $60,000.00 - $65,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Vision insurance

Compensation Package:

• Bonus opportunities

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to Commute:

• San Francisco, CA 94103 (Required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in San Francisco, CA 94103