Sales Manager

Location: Portland, Maine or New York City, New York

Job Description: Aurora Photos, a commercial and editorial stock photography company, seeks an experienced sales manager with stock photography industry experience in both the commercial and editorial markets. Top national and international clients use our imagery in the areas of travel, outdoor adventure and outdoor lifestyle, geography and cultures.

The Sales Manager is responsible for leading Aurora's sales team to meet or exceed team revenue targets and generate significant revenue growth. Additionally, the Sales Manager works with the sales team to prospect, develop, expand and manage accounts to maximize revenues and increase overall business opportunities.

Primary Duties:
• Sales and management by driving sales to current clients, sales training and supervision of current sales staff, and business development.
• Recommendation, development, and execution of effective and efficient sales plans.
• Assistance as required with customer support and marketing.

Position Requirements:
• Established and experienced sales management professional with excellent knowledge of the North American stock photography marketplace, particularly book publishing, travel, outdoor recreation and general editorial.
• Ability to communicate clearly in person, on the phone and through written documentation.
• Ability to develop and maintain relationships with Aurora's staff and clients along multiple levels and in some cases remotely.
• Technical computer aptitude at a high level, especially with online workflows and sales tracking in today's demanding market.
• Team player and enthusiastic about growing with small company.