Circulation Manager

About the Organization

The employer is a prominent and credible media firm with a strong foothold in the print newspaper sector. Operating multiple editions across significant regions, they prioritize quality journalism, continuous innovation, and sustainable business growth while fostering a dynamic workplace that promotes leadership and professional advancement.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise and train a team responsible for circulation activities.
• Formulate and execute delivery and distribution procedures for newspaper products.
• Guarantee the punctual and accurate delivery of all print materials.
• Track and analyze distribution data to identify potential improvements.
• Collaborate with various departments to address and resolve operational challenges effectively.
• Maintain detailed delivery records along with inventory management.
• Stay informed about trends and regulations in the industry to ensure compliance.
• Create and manage budgets, allocating resources efficiently.
• Handle all delivery-related grievances, including high-priority and special category complaints such as VIP and educational sectors.
• Coordinate with area managers and market strategists to analyze markets and competitive landscapes, striving to achieve optimal pricing and services.
• Oversee hand insertion scheduling and coordinate with distribution and printing facilities.
• Ensure adherence to service copy and sample percentage standards.
• Collaborate with contractors to broaden delivery coverage and update mailing lists.
• Implement marketing and sales strategies aligned with budgeted volume targets.
• Develop volume projections for the site location.
• Communicate program details, outcomes, and achievements to regional sales leadership and local publishers.
• Manage timely execution of programs and report progress to the head and branch offices.
• Provide regular reports to General Manager and relevant stakeholders.

Candidate Profile

• Possess between three to five years of relevant experience within the print media circulation sector.
• Demonstrate sound expertise in newspaper circulation, distribution logistics, and delivery management.
• Experience leading and developing teams of circulation personnel, distributors, and delivery agents.
• Exhibit strong communication, leadership, problem-solving, and market research capabilities.
• Prepared to oversee operations across multiple locations including Bilaspur, Sarguja Division, Koriya (MCB), and Raigarh.

Eligibility

Applicants should hold any graduate degree, preferably a B.B.A. or B.M.S. specializing in Administration, General Management, or Marketing.

Additional Information

For further inquiries, contact numbers provided are 7489050790 and 9407941942.