Barnes & Noble Germany Digital Content Manager — Books & Audiobooks

🏢 ABOUT THE COMPANY

Barnes & Noble is a leading retailers of books, e-books, bookselling services, and digital content in the United States and Germany. Our mission is to be the destination for book lovers, with a customer-centric experience that drives customer loyalty and growth. We were founded in 1873 and have over 650 stores across the United States and Germany. Our company culture values inclusivity, innovation, and a commitment to customer satisfaction, making us a great place to work. Our achievements include being named one of the 'World's Most Admired Companies' by Fortune magazine.

🎯 ROLE OVERVIEW

As a Digital Content Manager — Books & Audiobooks, you will be responsible for managing the creation, publication, and distribution of digital book content across various platforms. You will work closely with the content team to ensure that all digital content meets our high standards of quality and accuracy. You will report to the Content Director and will work closely with the editorial and production teams to develop and implement a content strategy that drives sales and customer engagement. This is a full-time position based in Berlin, Germany, and is a critical role in our ongoing efforts to grow and diversify our digital content offerings.

📋 KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Develop and implement a digital content strategy that aligns with Barnes & Noble's business goals and objectives.

Work with the content team to create and publish high-quality digital book content, including e-books, audiobooks, and other digital formats.

Collaborate with the editorial and production teams to ensure that all digital content meets our high standards of quality and accuracy.

Manage the creation and publication of digital content across various platforms, including our website, social media, and mobile apps.

Develop and maintain relationships with authors, publishers, and other stakeholders to source high-quality digital content.

Monitor and analyze digital content performance, including sales, engagement metrics, and customer feedback.

Collaborate with the marketing team to develop and execute promotional campaigns to drive sales and customer engagement.

Stay up-to-date with industry trends and best practices in digital content creation and distribution, and make recommendations for improving our digital content offerings.

Ensure compliance with our content guidelines and policies, and make recommendations for updates or changes as needed.

✅ REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

5+ years of experience in digital content management, publishing, or a related field.

Bachelor's degree in English, Communications, or a related field.

Excellent writing, editing, and communication skills.

Experience with digital content management systems and platforms, including content creation, publishing, and distribution.

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Experience managing and leading teams, with a proven track record of success.

⭐ PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Master's degree in English, Communications, or a related field.

Experience with digital publishing, including e-books, audiobooks, and other digital formats.

Certification in digital content creation, publishing, or a related field.

Experience working with content management systems, including WordPress, Drupal, or other platforms.

💰 WHAT WE OFFER

We offer a competitive salary range of €50,000 - €80,000 per year, depending on experience.

We offer a comprehensive health insurance plan, including medical, dental, and vision coverage.

We offer a retirement plan, including a 401(k) match and other benefits.

We offer 25 days of paid vacation per year, plus 10 public holidays.

We offer a generous learning and development budget, including opportunities for training, education, and professional development.

We offer a flexible work policy, including remote work options and a hybrid schedule.

Our team culture values inclusivity, innovation, and a commitment to customer satisfaction, making us a great place to work.

👥 ABOUT THE TEAM

Our digital content team is a dynamic and collaborative group of professionals who are passionate about creating and distributing high-quality digital content. We are a team of 10 professionals, with a mix of experienced and junior staff. We work closely together to develop and implement our content strategy, and collaborate with other teams to drive sales and customer engagement. Our team has a proven track record of success, and we are committed to ongoing learning and professional development.

📨 HOW TO APPLY

To apply for this position, please submit your resume, cover letter, and a sample of your writing or content creation work. We review applications on a rolling basis, and expect to fill this position within 2 weeks of receipt of applications.

📋 Job Details

Job Type	FULL TIME
Location	Berlin, DE
Address	Kurfürstenstraße 21-23, 10785
Salary	EUR 50,000 – 80,000 / year
Industry	General
Company	Barnes & Noble
Valid Until	2026-09-13

📨 How to Apply

Submit your updated CV and a brief cover letter to Barnes & Noble. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted within 2 weeks of applying.