Printing Press Manager at Hazon Holdings

Description:

GreyMedia is looking for an established leader in the printing press industry to join our team! The Printing Press Manager oversees the competitive bid and negotiation process with vendors and suppliers that perform print jobs for direct mail, seasonal promotions, sales collateral and other printed media. She/he will be in charge and approve print production priorities and schedules, print specifications, and budgets. He/she will grant formal approval on all artworks, copy, formats, fabrications, mock ups, gondolas, and proofs. The print manager will also advise internal clients on printing projects and trends and cost-effective options.

Responsibilities:

• Build effective relationships with the right print partners to meet the strategic and production needs of GreyMedia.
• Actively maintain and continually develop knowledge of new products, industry trends, and standards including direct mail equipment, processes and production costs; develop & provide regular updates to the FM internal teams for effective growth of the business.
• Establish and manage goals that result in strong client satisfaction, align with company strategy and optimize costs and print partner relations.
• Monitor pipeline activity to forecast immediate and long-term needs.
• Skillfully negotiate to obtain competitive contracts and print quotes with new and existing partners.
• Support Marketing Strategy teams with new creative execution.
• Work closely with Sales, Marketing Strategy and Finance to ensure smooth production and timely delivery of print products.
• Manage and adhere to complex schedules for multiple projects within strict time constraints.
• Collaborate with Finance in respect to forecasting, reporting and periodic cost reviews.
• Develop and implement target initiatives to reduce print costs.
• Identify and solve issues relating to production timelines, quality, or cost.
• Conduct productive business meetings with clients to uncover areas of improvement.
• Build and maintain our print library for sales & client teams to effectively present and gain commitment on various print solutions

. Requirements:
Experience, education, and skills essential for success in this role include:

• 5+ years of experience in Printing Press Manager.
• 2+ years of experience in print procurement and supply management
• In-depth knowledge of sourcing for clients and maintaining new clients
• Keen awareness of external economic/market landscape relative to the Print industry.
• Comprehensive understanding and experience of managing, coordinating, and negotiating various sized print deliverables.
• Knowledge of pre-press, paper materials, printing, lettershop, and current USPS postal regulations.
• Strong leadership & communication skills, with the ability to be persuasive and influence at all levels of management through clear, informed, and logical discussions/presentations.
• Astute contract negotiator, strong networking and relationship-building skills.
• Working understanding of Finance & Accounting relative to budgeting and cost management.
• Demonstrated ability to multitask under pressure and in a fast-paced environment with fluctuating priorities a