Marketing Representative

**Job Title**: Journal Acquisition Manager

**Location**: Lucknow

**Job Type**: Full-time

**Reports to**: Director of Publishing/Head of Content Acquisition

**Job Summary**:
The Journal Acquisition Manager is responsible for identifying, evaluating, and acquiring high-quality academic journals and other scholarly publications to expand the company’s portfolio. This role requires a deep understanding of the academic publishing landscape, strong negotiation skills, and the ability to build long-term relationships with editors, societies, and institutions.

**Key Responsibilities**:

- **Market Research & Identification**:

- Conduct market research to identify potential journals and emerging trends in various academic fields.
- Identify gaps in the current portfolio and assess new opportunities for journal acquisition.
- Monitor competitor activities and emerging technologies in academic publishing.
- **Outreach & Relationship Building**:

- Build and maintain relationships with journal editors, academic societies, and institutions.
- Attend academic conferences and networking events to represent the organization and acquire new leads.
- Develop proposals for acquisition and collaborate with internal teams to present acquisition offers.
- **Journal Evaluation**:

- Assess the quality and market potential of prospective journals based on their editorial board, impact factor, citation metrics, and relevance in their field.
- Conduct due diligence on journals, including their operational structure, peer review process, and ethical standards.
- **Negotiation & Acquisition**:

- Negotiate terms and agreements with journal editors, societies, and institutions for the acquisition or partnership of new journals.
- Prepare acquisition contracts and ensure compliance with industry standards and organizational policies.
- Work closely with legal and financial teams to finalize agreements.
- **Portfolio Management**:

- Assist in the smooth onboarding of new journals, ensuring they integrate well into the company’s existing processes and systems.
- Collaborate with editorial, production, and marketing teams to develop growth strategies for acquired journals.
- Monitor the performance of newly acquired journals and provide insights to improve their market position and visibility.
- **Strategic Planning**:

- Contribute to the strategic planning process by identifying long-term growth opportunities and developing acquisition strategies aligned with business goals.
- Prepare regular reports on acquisition activities, journal performance, and market trends for senior management.
- **Cross-functional Collaboration**:

- Work closely with editorial, production, and marketing teams to ensure a seamless transition of newly acquired journals into the company’s portfolio.
- Provide support for business development, product management, and content marketing initiatives related to journal acquisition.

**Requirements**:

- Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (Publishing, Business, Marketing, or a related area); a Master’s degree or Ph.D. in a relevant discipline is preferred.
- 3-5 years of experience in journal acquisition, academic publishing, or a similar role.
- Strong understanding of the academic publishing industry, including peer review processes, impact factors, and citation metrics.
- Proven track record of successful journal acquisition or business development.
- Excellent negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Willingness to travel for conferences, meetings, and events.

**Preferred Skills**:

- Knowledge of Open Access publishing and current industry trends.
- Experience in working with academic societies or research institutions.
- Familiarity with publishing platforms and technologies.
- Strong analytical skills to evaluate journal metrics and performance.

**Benefits**:

- Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
- Health insurance and retirement plans.
- Opportunities for professional development and career growth.

Pay: ₹9,787.55 - ₹34,069.94 per month

**Benefits**:

- Cell phone reimbursement
- Health insurance
- Internet reimbursement

Compensation Package:

- Commission pay
- Performance bonus
- Quarterly bonus
- Yearly bonus

Schedule:

- Day shift

**Experience**:

- total work: 1 year (preferred)

Work Location: In person

**Speak with the employer**
+91 9696263646
Expected Start Date: 25/11/2024