Single Copy Operations Manager

The Portland Press Herald/Maine Sunday Telegram, one of New England’s premier daily newspapers, has an immediate opening for a Single Copy Operations Manager to oversee the single copy distribution and collection functions.  Located on the beautiful southern Maine coast, with office buildings in historic downtown Portland, we are an award-winning newspaper with a circulation of 70,000 daily and 110,000 Sunday.

 

This position oversees the work of staff collectors and manages the contracts of independent distributors who are ultimately responsible for the prompt and accurate delivery to all single copy sales locations. Other responsibilities include communicating and coordinating all sales program-related activities with field personnel, as well as monitoring and reporting sales results.

 

The successful candidate will have solid experience in single copy sales/operations management. A college degree is preferred.  Management experience in a union environment is strongly desired.  Computer experience in Word, Excel and Outlook is required. Valid driver’s license and a reliable vehicle are required.

 

Pre-employment drug and background screening required

 

This position offers a competitive salary (up to $50,000 commensurate with experience) and an excellent benefits package.  Interested candidates are encouraged to send a cover letter, their resume and compensation history to: humanresources@pressherald.com .

 

An Equal Opportunity Employer