Acquisitions Editor

4 days ago

Gurgaon, Haryana, India Elsevier B.V. Full time US$ 90,000 - US$ 1,20,000 per year
Acquisition Editor Are you a customer-centric and data-driven individual? Do you have great research skills? About Our Team At Elsevier, we collaborate with leading academics, researchers, and practitioners to create trusted content that advances knowledge and improves outcomes. Our team focuses on identifying, commissioning, developing, and publishing high-quality content for the international Science, Technology, and Medicine (STM) market. We prioritize timely delivery, impactful content, and robust support for our authors and customers, using the latest technologies and data to innovate continuously Elsevier is a recognized leader in STM publishing, with a global Books team serving the global English Language market About the Role As an Acquisition Editor, you will manage a subject portfolio of Civil Engineering books for the global academic and professional market. Your role will involve building a deep understanding of the market, developing strong analytics skills, prospecting for and working with PhD level authors, and nurturing your expert network. You will contribute to our publication strategy by acquiring and publishing successful books with a digital-first focus Responsibilities
  • Content Acquisition: Identify projects in line with strategy, prepare project acquisition business cases and proposals, negotiate contracts with authors, and acquire over 30 high-quality new or revised book projects per year.
  • Publication Strategy: With support, develop and execute a 5-year portfolio publication strategy based on data and analytics to support wider business objectives.
  • Relationship Management: Maintain successful relationships with authors, editors, and advisers, providing excellent service to all stakeholders.
  • Cross-Functional Collaboration: Collaborate with colleagues in Production and Operations, and work with Commercial teams to achieve the full value of the content you acquire for customers.
  • Timely Delivery: Support content management colleagues to ensure on-time and on-budget publication of titles while maintaining high-quality content.
Requirements
  • Educational Background: Bachelor's degree or higher, preferably in natural science, mathematical, physical, life or bio-sciences, engineering, computing, or a related subject.
  • Content Acquisition: Understanding of content acquisition and development processes for technical publications for an international market, including peer and development review, and familiarity with publishing ethics.
  • Market Insight: Understanding of global academic, professional, and post-graduate level customers and users in the English language STM market.
  • Analytical Proficiency: Analytical skills and proficiency in data analysis for strategic planning and market research.
  • International Collaboration: A self-starter who can work independently as needed while also being comfortable working with authors and colleagues internationally, with an ability to build and maintain relationships.
  • Communication Skills: Networking, communication, and negotiation skills.
  • Adaptability: Flexibility to adapt in a rapidly evolving organization.
Work in a way that works for you We promote a healthy work/life balance across the organization. We offer an appealing working prospect for our people. With numerous wellbeing initiatives, shared parental leave, study assistance and sabbaticals, we will help you meet your immediate responsibilities and your long-term goals Working remotely from home 2:30pm-11pm (Mon-Thu) and Every Friday working from the office (09:00am-5:00pm Working for You We know that your wellbeing and happiness are key to a long and successful career. These are some of the benefits we are delighted to offer:
  • Comprehensive Health Insurance: Covers you, your immediate family, and parents.
  • Enhanced Health Insurance Options: Competitive rates negotiated by the company.
  • Group Life Insurance: Ensuring financial security for your loved ones.
  • Group Accident Insurance: Extra protection for accidental death and permanent disablement.
  • Flexible Working Arrangement: Achieve a harmonious work-life balance.
  • Employee Assistance Program: Access support for personal and work-related challenges.
  • Medical Screening: Your well-being is a top priority.
  • Modern Family Benefits: Maternity, paternity, and adoption support.
  • Long-Service Awards: Recognizing dedication and commitment.
  • New Baby Gift: Celebrating the joy of parenthood.
  • Subsidized Meals in Chennai: Enjoy delicious meals at discounted rates.
  • Various Paid Time Off: Take time off with Casual Leave, Sick Leave, Privilege Leave, Compassionate Leave, Special Sick Leave, and Gazetted Public Holidays.
  • Free Transport pick up and drop from the home -office - home (applies in Chennai)
About the Business
A global leader in information and analytics, we help researchers and healthcare professionals' advance science and improve health outcomes for the benefit of society. Building on our publishing heritage, we combine quality information and vast data sets with analytics to support visionary science and research, health education and interactive learning, as well as exceptional healthcare and clinical practice. At Elsevier, your work contributes to the world's grand challenges and a more sustainable future. We harness innovative technologies to support science and healthcare to partner for a better world We are committed to providing a fair and accessible hiring process. If you have a disability or other need that requires accommodation or adjustment, please let us know by completing our Applicant Request Support Form or please contact Criminals may pose as recruiters asking for money or personal information. We never request money or banking details from job applicants. Learn more about spotting and avoiding scams here Please read our Candidate Privacy Policy We are an equal opportunity employer: qualified applicants are considered for and treated during employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, citizenship status, disability status, protected veteran status, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law USA Job Seekers: EEO Know Your Rights

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