Hybrid Sales Intern, 6 Month Contract

at Harlequin

• Job title: Sales Intern, 6 Month Contract
• Job type: Contract
• Experience level: Entry level
• Salary: CA$20 per hour
• Degree requirement: Associate's Degree
• Location requirements: Hybrid, Toronto, Canada

About the role

• Sales Intern contributing to the HarperCollins Canada Sales team. Engaging in sales responsibilities and collaborating cross-departmentally within the publishing process.

Responsibilities

• Create, update, and distribute catalogues and order forms for accounts and Sales Reps
• Present titles for sell-in to accounts in multiple channels. This includes but is not limited to in-person appointments, Microsoft Teams appointments and phone appointments
• Perform research and sales analysis, including merchandising tasks (reports, audits)
• Assist with our Seasonal Sales Conference through assisting with setup, presenting titles, and creating PowerPoint presentations for the Line Managers.
• Place orders for accounts, authors, and events.
• Complete book mailings for Sales Reps and Directors.
• Assist with account outreach efforts through both online research and in-person store visits.
• Perform various tasks relating to our participation at the CGTA Gift & Home Market including set-up/tear down at the venue as well as in-person during the show.

Requirements

• Completion of university or college education, or possess equivalent/relevant work experience
• Retail and/or selling experience an asset
• Ability to effectively communicate and collaborate with fellow employees
• Self-starter with capacity to work independently
• Applicants must be eligible to work and be paid in Canada
• Familiarity with digital platforms, including social media
• Ability to adopt new software and technologies quickly an asset
• Comfort with standard PC software (Adobe, OneDrive, Microsoft Office Suite, etc.)
• Proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint in particular an asset