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Senior Production Manager

Location: Remote

Employment Type: Full-Time | Occasional Travel Required

Position Summary

We are seeking a Senior Production Manager to lead the end-to-end production of marketing and operational materials for a leading trade publishing client. This role is responsible for managing print production specifications, vendor coordination, purchasing, timelines, financial tracking, and project execution from concept through delivery.

The ideal candidate brings strong print production expertise, exceptional organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple fast-moving projects while partnering closely with internal teams, clients, and suppliers. This is a remote position with occasional travel as needed for client meetings, supplier visits, or team collaboration.

What You'll Do

• Manage end-to-end production execution for print and operational marketing materials
• Review active production schedules, prioritize projects, and align key deadlines
• Enter and manage jobs within the production management system to ensure projects are execution-ready
• Review supplier quotes, specifications, timelines, and production requirements
• Negotiate pricing, confirm vendor capacity, issue purchase orders, and validate delivery expectations
• Partner with client marketing and creative teams during project kickoff meetings
• Translate campaign goals into clear production plans, identifying specifications, timelines, and potential risks early in the process
• Oversee multiple concurrent projects while monitoring production progress, quality standards, and logistics coordination
• Troubleshoot production, vendor, or shipping issues to keep projects on track
• Reconcile freight charges and support resolution of operational or billing discrepancies
• Review project financials, including estimates versus actual costs
• Finalize billing by validating production costs and issuing customer invoices
• Identify opportunities for process improvements, operational efficiencies, and cost savings

Qualifications

• 5+ years of production management experience, preferably within print production
• Strong understanding of print production processes including pre-press, printing, and finishing
• Experience managing purchasing, vendor negotiations, and production logistics
• Proven experience managing print and logistics vendors, including RFQs, bid analysis, and supplier performance management
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining quality and meeting deadlines
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Experience working within production management systems, ERP platforms, or print workflow systems
• Strong financial and analytical skills, including budget management, cost analysis, reporting, and advanced Excel proficiency
• Ability to adapt quickly in fast-paced environments with shifting priorities
• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business, or a related field preferred

Desired Skills

• Strategic mindset with the ability to identify opportunities for innovation and process improvement
• Highly organized and detail-oriented approach to project management
• Strong relationship-building skills with a client-focused mindset
• Ability to collaborate cross-functionally with internal teams, clients, and suppliers

Physical Requirements

• Ability to remain seated and work at a computer for extended periods
• Ability to participate in virtual meetings using video and audio platforms
• Ability to review digital files and materials for extended periods

ESG Statement: We strive to make our world better by utilizing ingenuity and technology to minimize our environmental impact, cultivating a business that recognizes the intrinsic value of diversity and inclusion, and requiring accountability, transparency, and integrity in everything we do.

CJK Group is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.