Antenne Books is a London-based distributor of independent publishing, working with a wide range of publishers from around the world and supplying shops and retailers across the UK, Europe, North America and Asia. Our catalogue spans art, photography, design, illustration, theory, writing, fashion and culture, and we operate both as a distributor and an online platform for independent publishing.
We are looking for a Sales Representative to join our team on a full-time basis. This role would suit someone who is highly organised, confident in sales, and interested in independent publishing and contemporary culture. You will be responsible for managing relationships with trade accounts and retailers, processing orders, supporting wholesale customers, and helping to grow our network of stockists.
You will work closely with a small team of three other employees, alongside a wider network of freelancers, supporting the day-to-day sales activity of Antenne Books. The role will also involve supporting events as well as contributing to the opening and day-to-day running of our new shop, due to open in September 2026.
Position
- Full-time
- Start date: as soon as possible
- Based at our office: 92 Cromer Street, London WC1H 8DD
- Office-based, not remote
- Competitive salary, depending on experience
Responsibilities
- Managing relationships with trade accounts and retailers
- Processing orders and supporting day-to-day sales activity
- Setting up new accounts and supporting customers using the B2B portal
- Overseeing standing orders, pre-orders, returns and credit notes
- Monitoring stock levels and coordinating restocks
- Developing relationships with new and existing stockists
- Providing publishers with stockist lists and related sales information
- Supporting events and contributing to the opening of our new shop
Requirements
- Previous experience in a sales role
- Excellent communication, interpersonal and organisational skills, with strong attention to detail
- Strong people skills, with a friendly and professional approach and confidence in building relationships with customers and colleagues
- Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced office environment
- A strong interest in arts, culture and independent publishing