Associate Content Manager

Role Overview

The Associate Content Manager is accountable for managing the content of a designated list of journals that are either outsourced under the supplier management model or handled internally. This role may also involve performing article-related tasks for the team as needed.

Primary Responsibilities

• Managing the publication process for assigned journals.
• Ensuring timely and quality completion of individual articles by suppliers.
• Providing guidance to journal editors, editorial board members, and contributors, while directing inquiries within Sage as necessary to foster strong external partnerships.
• Evaluating supplier work quality and reporting findings to senior management.
• Advising supplier managers regarding specific journal service needs, including turnaround times and specialized editing requirements.
• Handling and escalating supplier queries appropriately.
• Implementing continuous improvement initiatives and new metadata standards by collaborating with Editorial, PTD, and IT teams under a lean workflow framework.
• Keeping management and internal publishing editors updated on scheduling, relationship, and budgeting matters, and coordinating with other departments as needed.
• Coordinating with commercial sales teams to ensure timely release of supplements and advertisements aligned with negotiated revenue agreements.
• Overseeing the quality of metadata accompanying articles as required by business standards.

Required Skills and Qualifications

• Strong organizational capabilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication as well as time management skills.
• Adaptability to thrive in a dynamic and continuously changing environment.
• Proficiency with MS Office applications including Outlook, Word, and Excel.
• Previous experience in a Production Editor role or a closely related position.

Diversity and Inclusion Commitment

Sage is dedicated to developing a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects all segments of society. The company fosters a culture that values difference, encourages genuineness, and promotes a profound sense of belonging. Applications are welcomed from individuals regardless of age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, racial or ethnic background, nationality, religion, or belief, recognizing that diversity drives company strength.