Commercial Manager / Director

Simon & Schuster, a global leader in general interest publishing, is dedicated to providing the best in fiction and nonfiction for readers of all ages, and in all printed, digital and audio formats. Its distinguished roster of authors includes many of the world’s most popular and widely recognized writers, and winners of the most prestigious literary honors and awards. It is home to numerous well-known imprints and divisions such as Simon & Schuster, Scribner, Atria Books, Gallery Books, Adams Media, Avid Reader Press, Simon & Schuster Children’s Publishing and Simon & Schuster Audio and international companies in Australia, Canada, India, and the United Kingdom, and proudly brings the works of its authors to readers in more than 200 countries and territories. For more information visit our website at www.simonandschuster.com.
The Job Profile Simon & Schuster India is looking for a Commercial Manager/Director to join the leadership team. Reporting to the Managing Director, the Commercial Manager/Director will be responsible for driving data-led commercial planning and delivering sustainable revenue growth across print and digital formats. The Job Role This role focuses on business analysis, sales forecasting, market trends/intelligence, pricing, to shape and execute commercial strategy. They will develop and implement strategies that align with business goals and market demands. They will be responsible for achieving revenue targets through offline (wholesale and retail) and online sales, managing key stakeholder relationships, and leading negotiations on pricing, licensing, and distribution agreements. They will oversee competitor activity, prepare forecasts and performance reports, and working closely with editorial, marketing, production, and finance teams to support product launches and promotions. The Candidate Profile The ideal candidate brings sharp analytical skills, deep commercial acumen and a collaborative mindset. As a strategic thinker with strong analytical and business planning skills, you will have a deep knowledge of the publishing industry. You will have experience in publishing, FMCG, retail or a data driven commercial role with expertise in Excel, Power BI or similar BI tools.. You will have excellent communication skills with experience of working closely with editorial, marketing, and finance teams, along with skills in forecasting, budgeting, and a proactive problem-solving approach all while working collaboratively and maintaining a results-driven mindset. Apply Please apply by attaching your CV and cover letter. Salary Starting from ₹2,200,000 per annum Simon & Schuster India is an equal opportunity employer (EOE). At Simon & Schuster India, the spirit of inclusion feeds into everything that we do. From employee benefits/programs and social impact outreach initiatives, we believe that opportunity, access, resources, and rewards should be available to and for the benefit of all. Simon & Schuster India is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, colour, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship status, marital status, disability, gender identity, gender expression, and Veteran status. Candidates hired for this or any other posted Simon & Schuster India role will be employees of Simon & Schuster Publishers India Private Limited, subject to all policies, including the Workplace Privacy Notice, and eligible solely for the benefits plans thereof.