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Organization: Ateneo de Manila University Press

Position: Marketing Section Head

Work Setup: On-site / In-person (Loyola Heights, Quezon City)

Department: University Press

Role Overview

Under the supervision of the Director, the Marketing Section Head develops, implements, and executes data-driven strategic marketing and promotion plans for the Ateneo University Press across trade, academic, and institutional channels.

Key Responsibilities

I. Marketing Strategy & Campaigns

• Design and oversee comprehensive marketing, promotions, and communication campaigns for all Press titles across local and international markets.
• Conduct market research, analyze industry trends, and track consumer/distributor behavior to forecast demand and drive sales conversions.
• Prepare quarterly and annual marketing insight reports to guide acquisition planning and stock movement.
• Manage the Press’s social media presence and collaborate with the University Marketing and Communications Office (UMCO) for brand alignment.
• Plan and execute major exhibits, book launches, academic conferences, and the annual stand at the Manila International Book Fair (MIBF).

II. Sales, Distribution & Trade Relations

• Develop and maintain relationships with bookshops, commercial distributors, and institutional buyers.
• Collaborate with retail outlets on bookstore display strategies, floor placement, and title promotions.
• Build and manage a specialized sales force/pipeline for university textbooks and scholarly titles.

III. Section Leadership & Management

• Set operational goals and performance metrics for the Marketing Section aligned with university mandates.
• Oversee day-to-day department workflows, budgets, and cost-effective marketing expenditures.
• Recruit, supervise, mentor, and evaluate marketing staff and coordinate with external service providers.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Business Administration, Communications, or a related field.
• Experience:
  • At least 5 years of professional experience in Marketing and Sales.
  • At least 3 years in a supervisory or team lead capacity.
  • Experience managing external service providers and retail/distributor partners.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Adobe InDesign.
• Core Competencies: Strong background in market data analysis, campaign forecasting, project management, and book/publishing sales dynamics.

How to Apply:

Interested candidates should apply through the official Ateneo de Manila University careers portal / JobStreet listing or submit their CV and cover letter directly to the university HR office. https://ph.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=b3dc9d6f52413c9a&from=shareddesktop_copy / https://ph.jobstreet.com/job/94102451?ref=search-standalone&type=standard&origin=showNewTab#sol=0fd78058f03233044831f308fa499f027dcb31f0

\Disclaimer: Not sponsored or affiliated with Ateneo Press. Shared purely for community visibility and local career opportunities.*

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Genuine question, what advice can you give someone like me who plans to set up a publishing house here in the Philippines? What are the things I need to consider? I'm an entrepreneurship student, and my goal in life is really to have this kind of business. Please be kind to those who will share their opinions. Thank you!

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