Vendor Manager (Publishers)

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Salary: $100,000 p rorated + 12% superannuation Part time: 4 days a week, ongoing Work in a brand-new office building in Melbourne's CBD on Franklin Street, within walking distance of the Queen Victoria Market and close to public transport Hybrid working arrangements - a mix of work-from-home and office days Access to benefits including salary packaging, purchase leave, Christmas closedown gifted leave, discounted RMIT childcare services, subsidised gym membership, and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Our values: Passion | Impact | Inclusion | Integrity | Courage | Imagination About RMIT UP RMIT UP, owned by RMIT University, provides education solutions for students, academics, and professionals in Australia and globally . Our key programs include Informit , Foundation Studies, ELICOS English for Academic Purposes (EAP), language testing . About I nformit We are the leading Australian scholarly and education resource for researchers, educators, librarians and learners by supporting the broadest range of publishers and research centres to promote bibliodiversity . We aggregate, organise and host a vast amount of authoritative content and make it accessible through our world class platform. As an independent business operating within RMIT, we have the benefit of our ties with the institution but operate as a standalone, which means we can be reactive or proactive as required . Informit is home to the largest collection of Australasian scholarly journals, books and videos, connecting libraries and learners with diverse, high-quality content. As our Vendor Manager (Publishers), you will play a central role in shaping this collection. Reporting to the Product Manager (Partners), you will lead targeted content acquisition in line with Informit's product strategy and roadmap. You will identify and secure new publishing partners, negotiate and manage content licensing agreements, and maintain a healthy pipeline of high ‑ value content that meets the needs of school and university libraries. You'll be the primary point of contact for our publisher partners, responding to queries, supporting contracts and royalties, and working closely with colleagues in Product, Marketing and Customer Success to surface key content and drive usage across our markets. This is a hands ‑ on , relationship ‑ driven role for someone who enjoys combining commercial negotiation, stakeholder engagement and strategic thinking. About You Relevant tertiary qualifications or equivalent professional experience. Experience in publishing, media, libraries , or a closely related sector. Proven ability to build and maintain strong professional relationships. Confidence in negotiating and managing contracts or commercial agreements. Demonstrated capability to align day-to-day operational work with a broader business strategy or product roadmap. Strong analytical and critical thinking skills, using data or market insights to inform decisions. Excellent written and interpersonal communication skills. High level of organisation and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines. Collaborative working style, with the ability to influence stakeholders at different levels . Motivation to contribute to Informit's mission of connecting library communities with diverse, high-quality content. Highly regarded Knowledge of school and /or academic library sectors. Familiarity with rights management systems and/or CRM tools. Confidence using AI/LLM tools for market research and data synthesis. What we offer you We value our people and are committed to providing a supportive, inclusive, and rewarding work environment. As part of our team, you'll enjoy: E xclusive employee discounts at leading retailers. A strong focus on health and wellbeing, including RMIT-subsidised gym memberships, Employee Assistance Program (EAP) access and discounted childcare options. Access to professional development training via LinkedIn Learning. A positive workplace culture with a staff reward program, and a staff wellbeing program. To Apply Please submit your CV and a cover letter addressing your suitability for this position by clicking on the 'Apply' link. Cover letters should be addressed to HR. Email HR: applications.rmit.up@rmit.edu.au (Please note: Applications will NOT be accepted via this email. To apply, submit your application via our website's careers page www.rmit.edu.au/up .) Please note that we review and interview applications on a rolling basis, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible rather than waiting until the closing date . For more details, refer to the Position Description: http://www.rmit.edu.au/content/dam/rmit/au/en/careers/position-descriptions/pd-vendor-manager-publishers-2026.pdf Pre-employment Checks: Appointment is subject to a successful Working with Children Check and National Police Check. Our Commitment to Inclusion At RMIT UP, we foste

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