Bookstore Sales Agent - Catalonia

On-site in Barcelona·Full-time·Added 16 days ago

Grupo Planeta

182 open roles

Overview

Job details

  • Permanent contract

    Full-time hours.

Requirements

  • Have the right to work in Spain

    Grupo Planeta doesn't mention sponsorship in the ad.

  • Catalan

    The ad asks for Catalan, or counts it in your favour.

  • Work on-site in Barcelona

    No relocation package mentioned.

You'll most likely need Spanish to apply.This job was automatically translated to English,.

The role

From the Editorial division of Grupo Planeta, we are looking for a Bookstore Sales Agent to join our Commercial Area.

In the bookstore commercial area, we represent the catalogs of the Group's various publishing houses, which comprise a wide offering covering all themes and formats, making us a leading provider in the market.

We are the largest commercial organization in the publishing sector in Spain and we serve clients of various types with a high degree of commercial specialization. We are part of a team committed to the promotion of reading and the growth of our publishing houses and clients.

What you'll do

  • Execute the commercial and promotional actions established to achieve the objectives set for the assigned clients.
  • Presentation of new releases, promotions, and campaigns, including the delivery of POS material.
  • Control and review of backlist, recent new releases, and, in general, best-selling titles to ensure their adequate presence and visibility at the point of sale.
  • Review and improvement of product locations on tables, gondolas, windows, etc., with the objective of obtaining the best possible exposure.
  • Collaboration in the coordination and execution of specific events: Book signings and presentations, and the setup of window displays and campaigns.
  • Manage returns
  • Presentation of customer and market information data to sustain and support our relationship with the client.
  • In the short term, acquire extensive knowledge of the editorial backlist and the assigned clients.

Grupo Planeta

We are Spain's leading editorial and communications group, family-owned, that leads a broad offering serving culture, education, information and audiovisual entertainment, with a presence in more than 20 countries, connecting with 25 million people every day. All Grupo Planeta professionals and companies share principles based on people, ethics, quality and excellence at work.

We invite you to get to know us!

Requirements

  • From 5 years of experience, in a similar position.
  • Previous experience in commercial tasks, preferably in the book market.
  • Ability to manage, organize, plan, attend to, and perform administrative tasks; a good level of office software skills is required.
  • Proactivity, customer orientation, and goal-oriented work.
  • Organized, dynamic person with initiative.
  • Good availability (our clients' commercial hours) and for traveling.
  • A driver's license is required.
  • Interest in reading and/or the cultural sector.
  • Bilingual: Catalan and Spanish

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

  • The chance to belong to a team of experts, where everyone contributes and where there is a very good working atmosphere.
  • Permanent contract and full-time hours.
  • Exclusive discounts and promotions for our employees (masters and postgraduate studies, publishing imprints, collectibles...)
  • An attractive social benefits package through the flexible remuneration plan that includes: transport card, restaurant card, nursery voucher, medical insurance, etc.

If you think this is your job opportunity, we encourage you to apply and become part of our team!

Grupo Planeta offers equal opportunities. We are committed to treating all applications equally based on their skills, achievements, and experience, regardless of race, nationality, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.

About Grupo Planeta

Grupo Planeta is a major Spanish media and publishing conglomerate headquartered in Barcelona. It operates across publishing, education, audiovisual production, and communication, and is one of the largest Spanish-language publishing groups in the world. The group includes well-known imprints such as Editorial Planeta, Espasa, and Ariel, and also owns a network of higher education institutions, including UNIE Universidad, EAE Business School, and the International University of Valencia (VIU). With a workforce of several thousand employees, Grupo Planeta is a significant player in the Spanish-speaking media and education landscape.

In Spain, Grupo Planeta has a strong presence in Barcelona and Madrid, with additional operations in Valencia and other cities. Its education division is a major employer of academic staff, offering roles for university lecturers, program directors, and administrative and commercial positions across its various schools and universities. For international professionals, the group offers opportunities in teaching, academic management, and corporate functions, with some roles requiring multilingual skills, particularly in French and English. The company's culture is rooted in Spanish business traditions, and it provides a stable, established work environment within the media and education sectors.

Industry
Media & Publishing
Founded
1949
Employees
5,000–10,000
Headquarters
Barcelona, Spain
In Spain
Barcelona, Madrid, Valencia
Website
planeta.es

Good to know if you are moving

  • Grupo Planeta is headquartered in Barcelona, a major European hub with a large international community and excellent connectivity.
  • The group's education division hires university lecturers and academic staff, often requiring a PhD or equivalent, and offers opportunities for international academics to teach in Spanish or English.
  • Some commercial and administrative roles require multilingual skills, particularly French and English, which can be an advantage for international candidates.
  • The company operates several universities and business schools, including EAE Business School and UNIE, which have a diverse student body and international programs.
  • Spain's job market for academic roles often values Spanish language proficiency, but some positions, especially in business schools, may be open to English-speaking professionals.
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