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Practising Law Institute (PLI) educates and informs lawyers and other professionals with innovative programs, publications, podcasts, and additional resources. With a sterling reputation developed over 90 years, PLI is a trusted source of professional development and knowledge for the legal community. A nonprofit organization, PLI is also known for its dedication to providing pro bono training and resources to ensure access to justice. PLI’s client base includes a large array of prestigious law firms, corporations, and government agencies. We are also proud to have recently been named one of the “Brands That Matter” by Fast Company. More information about PLI may be found on our website www.pli.edu.

The Publishing Distribution Associate reports directly to the Senior Manager of Publishing Administration and is responsible for managing internal and external processes related to the Publishing division’s printing, warehousing, and fulfillment functions. Tasks include daily oversight of PLI’s printing and distribution-related vendor relationships, processing book releases through PLI’s business systems, and maintaining book inventories. The Associate is also responsible for maintaining accurate product listings and fulfilling orders from PLI Press’ third-party distributors.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Serve as the main point of contact with printing, warehousing, distribution, and compression binder vendors for daily operations.
  • Manage inventory orders for books and related components (such as binders), making sure to maintain adequate stock levels.
  • Remain apprised of book (and related component) inventory counts at PLI’s offices, at vendor warehouses, and at 3rd party distribution channels, replenishing inventory as needed.
  • Process book (treatise and answer book) releases through PLI’s business systems.
  • Perform first round of troubleshooting errors encountered in book release systems, escalating to IT and Accounting where necessary, and seeing issues through to a satisfactory conclusion.
  • Review invoices to ensure accuracy of services and submit for approval.
  • Fulfill orders for and maintain accounts with PLI’s 3rd party distribution channels (Amazon), maintain listings (schedule, new editions).
  • Other duties, as assigned.

RELATIONSHIPS

Within the department: Maintains close contact with the Vice President of Publishing & Legal Information Services, Editor-in-Chief, Director of Digital Publishing, Senior Manager of Publishing Production, Senior Manager of Publishing Administration, and the Associate Manager of Publishing Administration.

In other departments: Maintains close contact with the Art, Information Technology, Marketing, and Accounting departments.

External: Maintains close contact with printer, compression binder vendor, warehousing operation, and distributor.

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS

  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience required.
  • 2-4 years of experience in Publishing in a similar role, preferably in professional or educational publishing.
  • Extremely organized and detail-oriented.
  • Ability to meet deadlines.
  • Excellent computer skills with knowledge of file formats, Excel, and Word.
  • Demonstrated initiative, a self-starter.
  • Experience working in corporate business systems desirable.

Your benefits at PLI

PLI offers a generous benefits package and is committed to providing an interesting, collegial, and supportive work environment.  Here are some details of our benefits:

  • Medical, dental and vision plans for employees and their families
  • Generous employer contribution to employee retirement savings account
  • Ample paid time off and holidays plus Summer Fridays
  • Flexible hybrid remote/onsite work schedule
  • Unlimited access to LinkedIn Learning web-based training along with other professional development opportunities
  • Work-life balance initiatives
  • One-time $500 Home Office Allowance
  • Gym/Wellness Allowance of up to $300 each calendar year

 

Compensation Range for this position

$58,500-$62,500 per annum (Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, and location.)

EEO STATEMENT

PLI is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any candidate based on race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, military and veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other factor protected by federal, state or local law.
 

Only those applicants who meet our requirements for this position will be contacted.

Practising Law Institute is an equal opportunity employer. Click here to learn more.

 

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