DK International – International Sales Manager

Overview

As International Sales Manager you drive DK and Sourcebooks titles across multiple European and international markets, supporting growth and revenue targets. You’ll work within the Export team to expand market reach, manage key customer relations, and participate in global trade events. You will forecast sales, shape the Global Export strategy, and negotiate promotions with partners to maximise opportunities. The role combines field travel, cross-functional collaboration with Marketing, and rigorous market analysis to seize international growth. This is a hands-on, impact-driven opportunity in a dynamic publishing environment.

Pay / Benefits

• 25 days holiday entitlement
• Generous pension scheme
• Volunteering policy and charity matching
• Employee assistance programme
• 70% discount on company books
• Flex Fridays (1pm Finish)

Responsibilities

• Organise and participate in customer meetings and international book fairs
• Forecast, meet and exceed sales targets; contribute to Global Export strategy
• Negotiate discounts and promotions with customers
• Collaborate with Marketing on wholesaler catalog submissions and marketing opportunities
• Manage customer orders and resolve delivery issues
• Conduct market research and build relationships with potential customers; gather market insights

Key requirements

• Strong international sales experience with proven revenue growth
• Excellent negotiation and presentation skills for global clients
• Analytical skills to interpret market data and inform strategy
• Strong time-management; ability to juggle multiple projects and deadlines
• Willingness to travel internationally

• relationship-building
• collaboration
• problem-solving
• market research
• sales forecasting
• revenue analytics

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