Sales and Distribution Manager

• University of Queensland Press (UQP)

• Full-time, fixed-term position (12-month parental leave cover).

• Base salary will be in the range $115,645.22 – $129, % Superannuation (HEW Level 8).

• Based at Long Pocket, remote working arrangement (interstate) may be considered

Join the award-winning University of Queensland Press (UQP) — one of Australia's oldest and most respected publishing houses, recognised as the ABIA Small Publisher of the Year in 2021, 2022, 2023 and 2025.

We're seeking an experienced Sales and Distribution Manager to lead UQP's domestic and international sales, warehousing, and distribution activities during a 12-month parental-leave period.

Working closely with internal teams and third-party partners, you'll drive efficient, profitable strategies, strengthen relationships across the publishing ecosystem, and ensure UQP's titles reach readers throughout Australia and worldwide.
 

This position is based in Brisbane, Queensland. A remote working arrangement (interstate) may be considered and will require further Executive approval. 
 

Key Responsibilities

• Lead effective and profitable sales, warehousing, and distribution strategies in Australia and internationally.

• Manage relationships with Penguin Random House Australia and Penguin Random House New Zealand and liaise directly with booksellers and key accounts.

• Provide sales analysis and regular reporting for the Publishing Director and the UQP team.

• Develop and implement creative sales opportunities, both online and in-store, for new and existing titles.

• Represent UQP at industry conferences and events.

• Oversee metadata and stock management in collaboration with partners and UQP staff.

• Prepare sales forecasts and budgets, manage expenditure, and provide contractual advice for third-party agreements.

• Produce high-quality reports for the UQP Board as requested.

• Maintain productive relationships with authors on sales and distribution matters.

• Postgraduate qualifications (or progress towards) in sales or marketing, with extensive relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Proven record of achieving impactful sales results through strategic, creative, and analytical approaches.

• Strong understanding of sales techniques and market trends.

• Demonstrated ability to build strong stakeholder relationships and contribute to a high-performing team culture.

• Experience analysing data to improve service delivery and demonstrate return on investment.

• Skilled in managing financial and human resources in dynamic environments.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with diplomacy and professionalism when engaging diverse stakeholders.

You must have unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this appointment.

As part of the UQ community, you will have the opportunity to work alongside the brightest minds, who have joined us from all over the world, and within an environment where interdisciplinary collaborations are encouraged.

At the core of our teaching remains our students, and their experience with us sets a foundation for success far beyond graduation. UQ has made a commitment to making education opportunities available for all Queenslanders, regardless of personal, financial, or geographical barriers.

As part of our commitment to excellence in research and professional practice in academic contexts, we are proud to provide our staff with access to world-class facilities and equipment, grant writing support, greater research funding opportunities, and other forms of staff support and development.

The greater benefits of joining the UQ community are broad:  from being part of a Group of Eight university, to recognition of prior service with other Australian universities, up to 26 weeks of paid parental leave, 17.5% annual leave loading, flexible working arrangements including hybrid on site/WFH options and flexible start/finish times, access to exclusive internal-only vacancies, and genuine career progression opportunities via the academic promotions process.

For more information, contact Madonna Duffy, Acting Director, UQP, via

For application queries, contact  quoting job reference number R-57970.

All applicants must upload the following documents in order for your application to be considered:

• Cover letter addressing the About You section.

• Resume.
   

Applications must be submitted via the UQ Careers portal by Tuesday, 2 December 2025 at 11.00pm AEST. Interviews are tentatively scheduled for the week commencing 8 December 2025.

Other Information

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