Develop and grow new business while expanding relationships with existing customers, with a focus on mid‑to‑long sales cycles and Fortune 1000-level accounts
Lead consultative sales conversations centered on book manufacturing solutions, including hard and soft cover production
Deliver compelling presentations and manage negotiations through close
Accurately estimate and price projects in both transactional and program‑based environments
Analyze job profitability and key cost drivers to ensure sustainable margins
Collaborate cross‑functionally to deliver high‑quality customer solutions
May mentor, guide, or lead the work of other sales professionals as needed
Travel as required to support customer relationships and business development
Requirements
Associate's degree or equivalent experience
10+ years of print sales experience, with strong preference for hard and soft cover book production
An existing portfolio of book publisher relationships with the ability to convert $1M+ in revenue within the first year
Demonstrated expertise in estimating, pricing, and managing print manufacturing projects
Strong financial acumen, including profitability and cost analysis
Proven ability to manage complex sales cycles and high‑value accounts
Willingness and ability to travel as business needs require
About Taylor Corporation
The Employer retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position.
Taylor Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.
Taylor Corporation including all partners and affiliates is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled.
Benefits
Health insuranceDental insuranceVision insurance401(k)Paid time offFlexible schedule
Additional Information
Taylor Corporation is a dynamic, diversified company with big plans for the future - and your career. We power our employees' potential and strive to create opportunity and security for every member of the team. If you're ready for something bigger - more challenge, more variety, more pathways for professional growth - we should talk. We're passionate about our work, we believe there is always a better way, and we're looking for people like you.
Ready to reach your potential? It's time to look at Taylor.
Your Opportunity: Corporate Graphics Commercial, a division of Taylor Corporation, is seeking an experienced Sr. Account Executive to drive strategic growth within the book publishing and print manufacturing space. This role is designed for a senior‑level sales professional who brings deep industry relationships, consultative selling expertise, and a proven ability to deliver significant revenue results.
This is not a transactional sales role - it is a relationship‑driven, solution‑oriented position supporting complex print programs and large‑scale publishing customers.
Work Authorization: To be considered for the Taylor opportunities, candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship.
Taylor · North Mankato, MN - Corporate Graphics Commercial