My Job in 5; Marion Rankine, Head of Promotions and Retail standards, Foyles

Describe your role I work closely with the shop managers to plan and maintain promotional spaces across our flagship store in Charing Cross Road. I spend most of my time picking titles for displays, installing and merchandising them, organising signage and planning future promotions with staff and publishers. I have to keep days, weeks and months ahead of myself, so it often feels like I’m living in several time zones! What do you like best about your role? Continue reading at 'The Bookseller'

[ The Bookseller | 2016-09-13 00:00:00 UTC ]

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