Director of Sales & Marketing

Director of Sales & Marketing About the Company Respected public research university Industry Higher Education Type Educational Institution Founded 1820 Employees 10,001+ Categories Colleges and Universities Indiana University Iu Education E-Learning Higher Education Universities Academic Bloomington College Indiana University Specialties higher education and university About the Role The Company is seeking a Director of Sales & Marketing to provide strategic direction and oversight for sales and revenue generation, as well as marketing and publicity efforts. The successful candidate will work with a team of three marketing managers, set and manage marketing plans, and ensure that the team's goals align with the long-term strategic plan. This role involves leadership, mentorship, and performance evaluation of the sales and marketing team, and requires the ability to develop and manage budgets, analyze sales data, and forecast performance. The Director will also be responsible for maintaining relationships with outside vendors, authors, and faculty, and will play an active role in the development of publishing services and resources. Applicants for the Director of Sales & Marketing position at the company should have a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field, with a minimum of 5 years' experience in sales and marketing within the publishing industry, and at least 2 years' in a supervisory role. The role demands a deep understanding of academic publishing, scholarly communication, and marketing best practices. The ideal candidate will have strong interpersonal and leadership skills, be detail-oriented, and possess excellent organizational and computer skills. The ability to manage multiple projects, work independently, and travel internationally is also required. The Director will be expected to contribute to the company's mission of supporting diverse and sustainable models for disseminating research and scholarship. Hiring Manager Title Associate Dean of Scholarly Communication & Publishing Team Size 3 Travel Percent Less than 10% Functions Sales/Revenue Marketing Account Management/Optimization