Sales Manager, Los Angeles
Your tasks
Are you passionate about art, publishing, and bringing our beautiful books to a global audience? We are looking for a strategic and driven Sales Manager to lead our sales efforts from our Los Angeles office. This is a unique opportunity to shape the commercial growth of TASCHEN at the intersection of visual culture and creative excellence.
- Manage a variety of B2B accounts primarily in your area, presenting our program, processing orders, and following up and liaising with our distributors to ensure timely fulfillment
- Identify and grow new sales channels, including museum and gallery stores, art fairs, and specialty retailers
- Build a trusted relationship with key accounts and maintaining strong, long-lasting customer relationships based on growth and success
- Forecasting and tracking lead title and key account metrics
- Researching, identifying, and traveling to prospects in specific territories
- Attend trade shows, book fairs, and industry events to represent the company and network with potential partners
Your profile
- Several years of proven experience in book sales, preferably in art, photography, or illustrated publishing
- Strong existing relationships in the book trade and art markets
- Excellent negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills
- Ability to analyze data, forecast trends, and make strategic decisions
- Self-motivated, organized, and able to manage multiple projects simultaneously
- Proficiency in CRM systems and Microsoft Office Suite; knowledge of Shopify and Business Central or similar platforms is a plus
- Passion for art, culture, and design
We offer
- Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- Paid time off and holidays
- Opportunities for professional development
- A dynamic, creative, and collaborative work environment