Publishing Product Manager - Books Team

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Ascension Publishing GroupPublishing

United StatesFull-TimeManager

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Experience: 5+ years

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in Marketing, Business, English, Theology, or a related field
5+ years of product management, acquisitions, brand strategy, content development, or a role requiring both creative judgment and end-to-end project ownership
Demonstrated ability to build genuine, sustained relationships with authors, creatives, or other external contributors
Strong creative and editorial instincts
Experience conducting customer or audience research and translating findings into product decisions
Highly collaborative spirit and genuine enthusiasm for working alongside leadership, authors, and cross-functional teams
Exceptional interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
Proven ability to manage multiple projects on time and under budget, with strong attention to detail and follow-through
Familiarity with the Catholic market is a plus
Occasional travel to Exton, PA, is required

Responsibilities

Participate in early concepting conversations with leadership and authors, and independently translate discussion notes into clearly articulated product concepts.
Drive the overall vision, positioning, and content direction of new book products from concept through launch.
Validate concepts with real readers through interviews, surveys, and community research.
Own the author relationship from concept through launch, serving as the primary creative partner.
Scout and cultivate relationships with prospective authors whose platform, expertise, and audience align with Ascension's product priorities.
Ensure that the manuscript, title, cover, and supporting materials remain aligned with the original concept scope.
Create a multi-year product plan that considers key target market segments and strategically focuses on product line growth and profitability.
Establish requirements and specifications for new products, and clearly communicate their vision and goals to all internal stakeholders.
Collaborate with the Associate Marketing Manager on go-to-market strategy through campaigns and launch plans.
Determine product pricing by utilizing market research data, reviewing production and sales costs, and evaluating sales projections.
Develop metrics to assess product success and identify necessary enhancements or follow-on opportunities.
Lead and participate in planning meetings and provide guidance on product direction.
Manage contracts and project management of content writers, reviewers, and organizational partners for owned products.
Maintain an in-depth knowledge of Ascension's products, solutions, and offerings across all categories.
Assist the Associate General Manager in the review of new unsolicited submissions.

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