Job Description
Macmillan Learning is a part of the family-owned Holtzbrinck group of companies and is one of the leading educational technology companies. Through deep partnership with the world's best researchers, educators, administrators, and developers, we facilitate teaching and learning opportunities that spark student engagement and improve outcomes. We provide educators with tailored solutions designed to inspire student curiosity and measure progress. Macmillan Learning is comprised of renowned brands including Bedford/St. Martins, W.H. Freeman, Worth Publishers, Sapling Learning, SkyFactor, Intellus Learning, Late Nite Labs, and Hayden-McNeil. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to reflecting a broad representation of differences - race, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, physical ability, age, family status, economic background and status, geographical background and status, and perspective- in our workplace. The successful candidate for this position will become an employee of Bedford Freeman & Worth Publishing Group, LLC (“BFW”), d/b/a Macmillan Learning. Bedford Freeman & Worth Publishing Group, LLC has developed an affirmative action program in compliance with the NY Department of Education’s guidance. Portions of the affirmative action program are available for review by applicants and employees by contacting Human Resources.
This position provides administrative support to Marketing Managers spanning the Higher Education list targeting the Psychology, History, and Economic lists. The ideal candidate will be a highly organized self-starter that is able to perform multiple tasks throughout the week, often times with limited instruction.
Major Responsibilities:
- Provide administrative and marketing support for four Marketing Managers covering Macmillan Learning's humanities disciplines
- Create and assemble marketing materials for Sales Representatives and Marketing Managers
- Help organize and administer digital and print marketing campaigns
- Interact and correspond with members of the sales, editorial, marketing, advertising teams and college instructors on a daily basis
- Assist in the preparation of and execution of two national sales meetings each year
- Some travel required
Required Skills / Knowledge:
- Excellent organizational skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Strong computer and Database skills strongly preferred
- Experience with Salesforce.com and/or Marketo a plus
- Must be self-starter and able to work with and report to off site managers
- Help in the preparation and execution of relevant conferences
Experience Needed:
- Publishing experience preferred
- One year of relevant experience preferred
Educational Background Required: