TASKS AND RESPONSABILITIES

• Providing the highest level of customer service, assisting them, and processing their orders.
• Maintaining up-to-date knowledge of current titles and changes in the market.
• Buying from catalogues and publishers’ representatives.
• Processing book deliveries and returns; managing the stock.
• Creating displays.
• Planning events, organizing talks and signing sessions.
• Finding new partnerships with schools, embassies and companies

REQUIRED SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES

• English as mother tongue, good proficiency in French, both oral and written•
• Knowledge of a third language, e.g., German, Dutch, Spanish, or Portuguese, is an added advantage.
• Passion for English literature
• Understanding of the book market; previous experience as bookseller is a must.
• High organizational skills with attention to detail and deadlines
• Creative, enthusiastic and able to multitask
• Solid general background knowledge; interest in politics and economics is an advantage.
• Reliable; can work on one’s own, yet a willing team player• Strong people skills and physical condition
• Basic IT skills
• Willingness to work shifts outside the standard workweek. Please note that Filigranes is open 365 days a year, from 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
• Willingness to subscribe to Filigranes’ values, which are Respect, Family, Friendliness and Loyalty

HOW TO APPLY

Please send a CV and a cover letter to : blandine.girard@filigranes.be or bring them directly to the International Section of the store.