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You’re a go-getter with a passion for innovation and finding a better way, and you approach headwinds with an inquisitive mind and ownership thinking. You know that people are the heart and soul of an organization, and that when you and your team work together, there is no limit to the great things you can achieve. If you’re ready to make the move to a company where you can grow, learn, and thrive, know there’s a place for you here at Book Depot. We’re a Canada’s Best Managed company with an award-winning culture – and we’re the largest bargain book wholesaler and online retailer in North America. Our hard-working team is dedicated to Enchanting the Minds of readers around the world each and every day – especially those who have the greatest need – and as a leader in our industry for more than 30 years, we have the automation it takes to push the limits of technology, grit and determination, and a set of guiding core values that make all the difference in fulfilling our purpose and giving our customers the best experience ever:

• WE NOT ME – we understand that success is fleeting if we don’t put others first
• KICK SOME MOON DUST – we believe that the key to greatness is to be willing to go where no one has ever gone before
• RIDE TOGETHER. WIN TOGETHER – we believe that the whole TEAM is greater than the sum of its individual players and Together Everyone Achieves More
• WE EAT THE STINKY CHEESE – we have a curious mind, and never stop learning
• WAKE UP. BE AWESOME. REPEAT – we believe that working hard is the result of a great attitude and passion for living each day at our best, and
• NO DONKEYS – we know that life is too short to work with, or do business with, those that think and act like donkeys.

Come join our team and help us make the best kind of impact! To learn more about Book Depot, please visit our website at: https://www.bookdepot.ca/Help/AboutUs

Our Opportunity

We have an opportunity available for a permanent, full-time Junior Amazon Specialist at our Welland Avenue location. The successful candidate will join our team of Marketing professionals.

About Us

At Kidsbooks Publishing, we believe stories have the power to shape young minds and spark a lifelong love of reading. Our mission is to publish books that entertain, inspire, and educate children of all ages. As we grow our online presence, we’re looking for passionate team members who share our vision and want to help our books reach readers everywhere.

Position Summary

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Junior Amazon Specialist to support our Amazon retail strategy. This role is ideal for someone with 1–3 years of experience in e-commerce, preferably with Amazon Seller Central or Vendor Central, who thrives in a fast-paced, creative, and mission-driven environment. As our company expands, this position offers growth opportunities to manage Amazon strategies across additional publishing brands and imprints.

Key Responsibilities

Core Amazon Management:

• Assist with day-to-day Amazon account management tasks, including listing creation, optimization, and maintenance.
• Monitor product pages to ensure accuracy in titles, descriptions, images, keywords, and A+ content.
• Track and analyze sales data, traffic trends, and ad performance to identify growth opportunities.
• Help manage inventory forecasting to prevent stockouts or overstock situations.
• Support paid advertising campaigns (Amazon PPC), assisting in execution and reporting.

Strategic & Cross-Functional Support:

• Collaborate with marketing, design, and editorial teams to launch new products and seasonal promotions
• Support multi-brand Amazon strategy development as company portfolio expands
• Assist in competitive analysis and market research for children's publishing sector
• Collaborate with editorial teams to optimize book metadata and categorization
• Support Amazon Brand Registry management and intellectual property protection

Customer & Compliance Management:

• Monitor and respond to customer reviews, questions, and concerns in collaboration with Customer Service
• Stay current with Amazon policies, trends, and best practices
• Ensure compliance across all brand accounts and maintain consistent quality standards

Qualifications

Required:

• 1–3 years of experience in e-commerce or digital marketing, with a strong preference for Amazon platform experience.
• Familiarity with Amazon Seller Central, Vendor Central, or both.
• Proficiency in Excel or Google Sheets for data tracking and reporting.
• Basic HTML knowledge and familiarity with content management systems
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Analytical mindset with a desire to learn and grow in a multi-brand environment
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively across departments
• Adaptability to changing priorities and expanding responsibilities

Preferred:

• Bachelor's degree/diploma in Marketing, Business, Communications, or related field
• Experience with Amazon advertising tools (Sponsored Products, Sponsored Brands)
• Understanding of book publishing industry and children's literature market trends
• Passion for children's books and literacy

Success Metrics

Success in this role will be measured by:

• Amazon sales growth across brand portfolio
• Listing optimization improvements and conversion rate enhancement
• Advertising ROI improvement and cost-per-acquisition optimization
• Contribution to overall brand visibility and market share growth
• Successful integration and management of new brand acquisitions

What We Offer:

• A mission-driven company with a collaborative and creative culture.
• Opportunity to grow your e-commerce career in the publishing industry.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.

To Apply:
Please submit your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your experience and why you’re passionate about children’s publishing and online retail.

Job Title: Junior Amazon Specialist

Location: St. Catharines, ON
Reports to: E-commerce Manager
Company: Kidsbooks Publishing