Print Production Manager

The POS Print Production Manager will work closely with Walmart POS, Creative, and Project Management groups to purchase and coordinate the manufacturing of project-related graphic items with Miller Zell manufacturing facilities. The position will also be responsible for costing and purchasing, using approved Miller Zell practices and standards to ensure the cost-effective production of items required for each client/project.  The POS Print Production Manager will have direct client contact weekly and will be responsible for expanding the on-going relationships.

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  • For internal print production, request or create estimates as needed, prepare production work orders (via ePace & lift MIS), communicate deadlines and project deliverables, and monitor production quality and timely execution of print projects
  
  
  • Work with production supervisors and staff to resolve any production issues that arise during a project
  
  
  • Work with account managers, graphic designers, Graphic Center production staff, and vendors to determine the print substrates and production method that is best fit for the design intent and final use for each project.
  
  
  • Attend and/or assist with press checks when needed.
  
  
  • Monitor costs and continually strive for cost reduction and increased profit margins
  
  
  • Prepare and issue purchase orders, work orders, and change orders
  
  
  • Ensure consistency and quality control through the print production process and manage projects so delivered orders are within budget and on time.
  
  
  • Assist in the coordination of logistics issues, packaging, and shipping of products/projects at vendors and MZ warehouses.
  
  
  • Punctuality and regular attendance are required on the job.
  
  
  • For outside print, negotiate and obtain quotes from vendors, prepare cost estimates, issue purchase orders
  
  
  • Establish and maintain effective working relationships with print vendors.
  
  
  • Responsible for weekly communication with clients and expanding the relationship.
  
  
  • Generate client billings and work with finance on open AR. 
  
  
  
  
  
  
  • Provide tracking information as needed per client
  
  
  
  

POSITION REQUIREMENTS/QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:  Associate's or Bachelors' degree in Graphics or Print Production.

Experience:  Minimum 3 to 5 years in purchasing, negotiating, and estimating.  Prior print industry experience in positions such as purchasing, estimating, and/or customer service is strongly preferred.

Special Skills/Qualifications: Basic inventory control knowledge is preferred, as project coordination skills, strong communication skills