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Store Manager
LOCATION: Store 123

STORE: The Antelope Bookstore
Kearney, NE 68849

DESCRIPTION:
Nebraska Book Company has a current opening for a Store Manager at The Antelope Bookstore. This position is accountable for sales, gross margin, inventory, and expense controls of the bookstore. Prior college bookstore management experience is required along with a strong knowledge of the textbook department process. The ideal candidate will be someone who is responsible, organized, and experienced with superior communication skills. Other duties include, but are not limited to, staff hiring and development, purchasing, setting service standards, management of funds, and control of all store functions. NBC provides support services to their stores, however allows them the freedom of making individual store decisions based on their need. On-the-job training will be provided and skills will continually be developed through out the employee's career.

BENEFITS:
Nebraska Book Company provides a competitive salary with bonus potential, company matched and fully vested 401(k) plan, paid life and disability insurance, medical, dental and vision insurance, educational reimbursement, and relocation assistance available.

APPLICATIONS:
If you are interested and meet these qualifications, please apply on line at https://www.nebook.com, click on CAREERS and apply for position Mgr 123 0608.

Nebraska Book Company, founded in 1915 is a growing company with its corporate offices in Lincoln, Nebraska. NBC is an equal opportunity employer.
First Listed: 9/8/2008 Listing Ends: 9/19/2008
 
Store Manager - Columbus, OH
LOCATION: Store 144

STORE: College Town (serving Ohio State University)
Columbus, OH

DESCRIPTION:
Nebraska Book Company has a current opening for a Store Manager at College Town serving the Ohio State University. This position is accountable for sales, gross margin, inventory, and expense controls of the bookstore. Prior college bookstore management experience is required along with a strong knowledge of the textbook department process. The ideal candidate will be someone who is responsible, organized, and experienced with superior communication skills. Other duties include, but are not limited to, staff hiring and development, purchasing, setting service standards, management of funds, and control of all store functions. NBC provides support services to their stores, however allows them the freedom of making individual store decisions based on their need. On-the-job training will be provided and skills will continually be developed through out the employee's career.

BENEFITS:
Nebraska Book Company provides a competitive salary with bonus potential, company matched and fully vested 401(k) plan, paid life and disability insurance, medical, dental and vision insurance, educational reimbursement, and relocation assistance available.

APPLICATIONS:
If you are interested and meet these qualifications, please apply on line at https://www.nebook.com.

Nebraska Book Company, founded in 1915 is a growing company with its corporate offices in Lincoln, Nebraska. NBC is an equal opportunity employer.
First Listed: 9/8/2008 Listing Ends: 9/19/2008
 
Manager Trainee
LOCATION: Pullman, WA

DESCRIPTION:
Are you looking for the opportunity to develop into a manager for the retail industry? Come be a part of Nebraska Book Company’s manager trainee program in! This program provides up to a year of hands-on training to develop you into a college bookstore manager. As a Manager Trainee you will learn goal setting, customer service and hands-on work in several departments to include supervision of others, with emphasis on our primary business, textbooks. We are looking for a Manager Trainee that is self-motivated with an analytical mind and strong problem solving skills. This position demands attention to detail, customer service, and the ability to maintain relationships in a campus setting. A year of prior retail experience and a Bachelor’s degree is required.

BENEFITS:
Nebraska Book Company provides a competitive salary with bonus potential, company matched and fully vested 401(k) plan, paid life and disability insurance, medical, dental and vision insurance, educational reimbursement, and relocation assistance available.

APPLICATIONS:
If you are interested and meet these qualifications, please apply on line at https://www.nebook.com.

Nebraska Book Company, founded in 1915 is a growing company with its corporate offices in Lincoln, Nebraska. NBC is an equal opportunity employer.
First Listed: 9/5/2008 Listing Ends: 9/19/2008
 
Regional Manager
LOCATION: Mid-Atlantic Region

DESCRIPTION:
The Regional Manager coordinates and directs multiple store managers at store locations in the Mid-Atlantic area to enhance the performance of sales and EBITDA. Extensive retail experience, leadership ability and organizational skills are required to monitor and put programs in place to increase margins, control expenses, create promotions and develop staff. Duties also include, but are not limited to, strategic planning, new business development, budgeting, management development and recruiting for the Manager Trainee program from internal and external sources. The ability to travel within the region approximately 50% of the time is necessary. Therefore, residing within the region is required. Applicants must have a Bachelor's degree or combination of experience in store management. At least 5-7 years in multi-store, big box, or larger college bookstore environment with sales above $5 million is required; textbook experience preferred.

BENEFITS:

Nebraska Book Company provides a competitive salary with bonus potential, company matched and fully vested 401(k) plan, paid life and disability insurance, medical, dental and vision insurance, educational reimbursement, and relocation assistance available.

APPLICATIONS:
If you are interested and meet these qualifications, please apply on line at https://www.nebook.com.

Nebraska Book Company, founded in 1915 is a growing company with its corporate offices in Lincoln, Nebraska. NBC is an equal opportunity employer.
First Listed: 9/5/2008 Listing Ends: 9/19/2008
 
Store Manager
LOCATION: Store 189

STORE: South Texas Book & Supply Branch (serving South Texas College)
McAllen, TX

DESCRIPTION:
Nebraska Book Company has a current opening for a Store Manager at South Texas Book & Supply Branch serving South Texas College. This position is accountable for sales, gross margin, inventory, and expense controls of the bookstore. Prior college bookstore management experience is required along with a strong knowledge of the textbook department process. The ideal candidate will be someone who is responsible, organized, and experienced with superior communication skills. Other duties include, but are not limited to, staff hiring and development, purchasing, setting service standards, management of funds, and control of all store functions. NBC provides support services to their stores, however allows them the freedom of making individual store decisions based on their need. On-the-job training will be provided and skills will continually be developed through out the employee's career.

BENEFITS:
Nebraska Book Company provides a competitive salary with bonus potential, company matched and fully vested 401(k) plan, paid life and disability insurance, medical, dental and vision insurance, educational reimbursement, and relocation assistance available.

APPLICATIONS:
If you are interested and meet these qualifications, please apply on line at https://www.nebook.com.

Nebraska Book Company, founded in 1915 is a growing company with its corporate offices in Lincoln, Nebraska. NBC is an equal opportunity employer.
First Listed: 9/5/2008 Listing Ends: 9/19/2008
 
Store Manager
LOCATION: Store 149

STORE: Specialty Books (serving Ohio University)
Athens, OH

DESCRIPTION:
Nebraska Book Company has a current opening for a Store Manager at Specialty Books serving Ohio University. This position is accountable for sales, gross margin, inventory, and expense controls of the bookstore. Prior college bookstore management experience is required along with a strong knowledge of the textbook department process. The ideal candidate will be someone who is responsible, organized, and experienced with superior communication skills. Other duties include, but are not limited to, staff hiring and development, purchasing, setting service standards, management of funds, and control of all store functions. NBC provides support services to their stores, however allows them the freedom of making individual store decisions based on their need. On-the-job training will be provided and skills will continually be developed through out the employee's career.

BENEFITS:
Nebraska Book Company provides a competitive salary with bonus potential, company matched and fully vested 401(k) plan, paid life and disability insurance, medical, dental and vision insurance, educational reimbursement, and relocation assistance available.

APPLICATIONS:
If you are interested and meet these qualifications, please apply on line at https://www.nebook.com.
First Listed: 9/5/2008 Listing Ends: 9/19/2008
 
General Merchandise Buyer
Texas Book Company seeks a high-energy team player to manage company retail product categories in order to meet or exceed established division budgeted sales, expenses, productivity and profit goals. The GM Buyer will be responsible for development and execution of programs and merchandising strategies. This is a “hands on” position that reports to the Assistant Vice President of Retail.

The successful candidate will have:
Successful retailing experience including profitability, budgeting, merchandising, and purchasing
Demonstrated Negotiation Skills
Strong analytic skills
Excellent communications skills
Exceptional multitasking capability engaging multiple projects at the same time
Strong organizational skills with attention to detail

Salary is based on proven work history. Please include salary history and salary requirements. We offer an attractive benefits package, including bonus, health insurance, profit sharing, 401(k) savings with company match, and vacation. Find our online application at http://www.texasbook.com.
First Listed: 8/29/2008 Listing Ends: 9/12/2008
 
Bookstore Manager - USAO Bookstore, Chickasha, OK
Immediate, full time position for the University of Science & Arts Oklahoma Bookstore Manager in Chickasha, OK. Find our online application at http://www.texasbook.com.

Texas Book Company is the Southwest’s leading provider of textbooks and management services to college bookstores. Throughout its 32-year history, Texas Book Company has emphasized customer satisfaction, long term relationships, and a commitment to excellence. The company is currently seeking a high-energy team player to manage a college bookstore.

The successful candidate will have:
3 years of retail management experience
Excellent team building and communications skills
Understanding of accounting
Strong organizational skills with attention to detail

We offer an attractive benefits package, including bonus, health insurance, profit sharing, 401(k) savings with company match, and vacation.
First Listed: 8/28/2008 Listing Ends: 9/11/2008
 
Bookstore Manager
Bookstore Manager - Temple College Bookstore Temple, TX

Immediate, full time position for the Temple College Bookstore Manager in Temple, TX. Find our online application at http://www.texasbook.com.

Texas Book Company is the Southwest’s leading provider of textbooks and management services to college bookstores. Throughout its 32-year history, Texas Book Company has emphasized customer satisfaction, long term relationships, and a commitment to excellence. The company is currently seeking a high-energy team player to manage a college bookstore.

The successful candidate will have:
3 years of retail management experience
Excellent team building and communications skills
Understanding of accounting
Strong organizational skills with attention to detail

We offer an attractive benefits package, including bonus, health insurance, profit sharing, 401(k) savings with company match, and vacation.
First Listed: 8/27/2008 Listing Ends: 9/11/2008
 
Bookstore Manager
The Spartanburg Methodist College Bookstore is seeking an experienced,qualified candidate for the position of Bookstore Manager who will take charge and ownership of running the bookstore.
With oversight for all store operations, the store manager will also be responsible for overseeing merchandise purchases, developing marketing strategies, sales promotions, all unique to the SMC community.

Prior College Bookstore Management experience with understanding of textbook cycle required.

We offer an excellent benefits package and we are an EOE.
Please forward resume to Ritch.Matthews@Sodexo.com

Ritchard Matthews
Sodexo
Spartanburg Methodist College
1000 Power Mill Road
Spartanburg, SC 29301
First Listed: 8/27/2008 Listing Ends: 9/11/2008
 
Bookstore Manager - St. Edward’s Univ. Austin, TX
Immediate full time position to manage a store in excess of $3,000,000 is open at St. Edward’s University in Austin, TX. Find our online application at http://www.texasbook.com.

Texas Book Company is the Southwest’s leading provider of textbooks and management services to college bookstores. Throughout its 33-year history, Texas Book Company has emphasized customer satisfaction, long term relationships, and a commitment to excellence. The company is currently seeking a high-energy team player to manage a college bookstore.

The successful candidate will have:
3 years of retail management experience
Excellent team building and communications skills
Understanding of accounting
Strong organizational skills with attention to detail

We offer an attractive benefits package, including bonus, health insurance, profit sharing, 401(k) savings with company match, and vacation.
First Listed: 8/27/2008 Listing Ends: 9/11/2008
 
Account Manager, Inside Sales
Location: J.A. Majors
1401 Lakeway Dr.
Lewisville, TX

Company: Baker & Taylor Inc. is the world's largest book and entertainment distributor. In business for 180 years, we are the wholesaler of choice for retailers and libraries worldwide because of our commitment to providing quick delivery, high fill rates, useful selection tools and responsive customer care. Browse our website to learn how Baker & Taylor serves different markets with a variety of exclusive programs and services.

About the Opportunity: J. A. Majors was founded in 1909 and is based in Lewisville, TX. It is one of the oldest medical book distributors and is recognized as the leading health science distributor in the United States. Majors became a division of Baker & Taylor, Inc. in 2004. Baker & Taylor, Inc. is a global information and entertainment services company that offers books, videos, music, games and services to libraries, educational institutions, retailers, and Internet retailers. Based in Charlotte, N.C., the company has been in existence for 180 years. Majors is currently seeking to fill the position of Inside Sales Representative. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: *Meet or exceed established sales objectives for territory *Initiates outbound calls and act as a company representative to prospects and existing accounts to qualify leads and sell Majors products and services in an assigned territory. *Accountable for the overall performance of accounts and growth of the territory *Responsible for all aspects of customer management including needs analysis and value based selling *Meets outbound call goals as assigned *Accurately uses sales management database for sales processing; keeps comprehensive, accurate notes in database.

Position Qualifications: Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) desired
Experience in college textbook market or medical library desired
2-3 years of outbound sales experience *Strong communication and sales skills
PC literacy required (including Windows, Outlook, Word, Excel, and contact management software)
Knowledge of business processes & order entry systems
Familiarity with World Wide Web desirable.

How to Apply: E-mail resume with minimum salary expectations to http://hrcharlotte@btol.com hrcharlotte@btol.com. Majors and Baker & Taylor is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer offering a drug and smoke free environment.
First Listed: 9/8/2008 Listing Ends: 9/19/2008
 
Sales Professional
Pride Sash, manufacture of graduation sashes is looking for seasoned Sales Professional to expand our sales team in the US market.
As an independent contractor you will manage your business from a home office and visit high schools and College Bookstores in your assigned territory each day.
Successful Sales Professionals will generate profitable sales growth by establishing relationships with prospective customers, understanding their needs and then winning their business by demonstrating Pride Sash’s superior quality, products, and services. For more information about Pride Sash visit www.pridesash.com.
http://www.pridesash.com

Send cover letter, resume and salary history to:

Joelle Boksenbaum
Pride Sash
3361 S La Cienega Pl
Los Angeles, CA 90016
Phone: 866-617-0677
joelle@pridesash.com
joelle@pridesash.com
First Listed: 9/8/2008 Listing Ends: 9/19/2008
 
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Submitting a Listing
NACS Bookstore Members and NACS Associate Members can submit position listings that are 100 words or less at no cost. Position listings will be posted on this web page for two weeks. The submission deadline is the Wednesday prior to the Friday you wish the listing to first appear. If you have any questions you may contact the NACS Human Resources Department at (800) 622-7498, ext. 2327.

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