Managing Editor

The ideal candidate for this position will be a career marketing and salesperson who has impeccable service standards and unwavering tenacity, perseverance, and fearlessness. Please thoroughly read the duties and requirements below, and if you consider yourself a good fit, follow the application detailed below. We’re excited to talk with you!

Managing Editor Job Objective: Sell advertising to serve readers with quality health, beauty and luxury lifestyle services and products.

Managing Editor Job Description:

Provide a Managing Editor Letter quarterly for each publication
HOST Quarterly advertiser networking event i.e. Hot Off the Press parties: Secure venue, food, drinks. Invite clients and potential clients
Proofreading and editing assistance as needed
Enhancing sales staff accomplishments and competence by planning delivery of solutions; answering technical and procedural questions for less experienced team members; teaching improved processes; mentoring team members
Service existing accounts, obtain orders, and establish new accounts by planning and organizing your daily work schedule to call on existing or potential sales outlets and other trade factors
Adjust content of sales presentations by studying the type of sales outlet or trade factor
Submit proposals by referring to price lists and product literature
Keep management informed by submitting activity and results reports, such as daily call reports, weekly work plans, and monthly/annual territory analyses
Monitor competition by gathering current marketplace information on pricing, products, new products, delivery schedules, merchandising techniques, etc
Recommend changes in products, service, and policy by evaluating results and competitive developments
Resolve customer complaints by investigating problems, developing solutions, preparing reports, and making recommendations to management
Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; and participating in professional societies
Provide historical records by maintaining records on area and customer sales
Contribute to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed
Manage your own time and share calendar (standard availability M-F business hours)
Daily communication and support from the Affiliate Publishers/ Managing Editors Nationwide, MIND BODY SOUL Magazine Home Office and Executives

Skills/Qualifications: Customer Service, Meeting Sales Goals, Closing Skills, Territory Management, Prospecting Skills, Negotiation, Self-Confidence, Product Knowledge, Presentation Skills, Client Relationships, Motivation for Sales

Job Type: Contract 1099

Benefits:

Flexible schedule

Supplemental pay types:

Bonus pay
Commission pay

Weekly day range:

Monday to Friday 8am – 5pm CST (30 hours per week)

Experience:

Customer service: 3-5 years of exceptional rapport and relationship building
Time management expert
Daily self awareness of goals and needle moving efforts
Strong phone presence and ability to handle a high volume of calls and keeping all information well organized
Excellent verbal and written communications skills
Strong organizational skills, keeping track of leads and scheduling
Be a self starter and highly reliable
Thrive working in a highly productive and efficient environment
Be computer savvy and knowledgeable with using Excel/Google Sheets
Love attention to detail and be super fun to work with
Be a purpose-driven individual who enjoys doing what it takes to get the job done and anticipating needs before they arise
Be 100% passionate about contributing to MIND BODY SOUL Magazine’s mission and brand

Email Resume with Cover Letter to marketing@mindbodysoul.media:

Preferably in PDF format, along with a cover letter — as short or as long as you find necessary — that explains (1) your customer service philosophy, and (2) an example of your tenacity, perseverance and/or fearlessness in a workplace setting. ANY CONTRACTOR EMPLOYMENT INQUIRIES RECEIVED WITHOUT THESE TWO ELEMENTS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.