POP Production Manager - Retail Displays
Company: Quad
Location: Brookfield
Posted on: October 16, 2024
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Job Description:
As a global marketing experience company, Quad's goal is to help
our clients win every day. We use our data-driven integrated
marketing and manufacturing platform to streamline solutions for
our clients, reduce friction and enhance their marketing spend
effectiveness. We've built a rich legacy by believing in our
people, allowing them to act like owners and to take charge of
their own success. Whether an operator, sales rep, a graphic artist
or a clinician, we're all driven to perform at our best- for
ourselves and our clients. At our core, we're a company that
believes we can always create a better way.
PRODUCTION MANAGER - POP/POS Permanent Display & Signage Retail
The Production Manager will be responsible for all aspects of
production by examining engineering drawings and specs, estimating,
sourcing, procurement and execution of all permanent displays and
signage. This role is essential in building and strengthening
relationships with vendor partners, internal team members and the
client while ensuring projects are produced ensuring quality,
competitive pricing and delivered on time and within budget.
This position will work remotely / work from home, but may also
spend time in our West Allis, WI plant location as needed.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Gather project requirements and manage all production aspects on
behalf of the client, working with vendors on delivery timetables
and maintaining on updated status of assigned projects.
Input all project specifications and relevant data into an internal
system and maintain key data points in the system, including
customer quotes, purchase orders, and invoices.
Execute projects within contract-specified timelines, according to
budget requirements and quality standards.
Work with vendors on design and sampling of any new displays,
signage or fixtures.
Coordinate sample production and approval
Assist in sourcing new and alternative products and/or reliable
Vendors
Partner with Vendors to negotiate best pricing, lead-times, and
terms
Evaluating spending while seeking ways to improve & enhance the
quality of products purchased.
Maintain and manage vendor relationships that foster improved
quality and service including issue resolution and alternative
options for cost reduction or improved efficiencies
Build relationships and communication channels with internal
clients to ensure smooth workflow and handoffs.
Builds a knowledge base of suppliers
Continually seeks opportunities to improve customer
satisfaction.
Review supplier quality performance, make recommendations for
improvement or to discontinue current relationship if needed.
Liaison between internal and external stakeholders, agencies, and
suppliers to ensure quality and on-time delivery within budget.
Execute production efficiently in accordance with the procedures
described in business processes.
Provide high-quality customer service, communicating to internal
clients with appropriate and relevant status updates.
Draft instruction sheets and work with Design for final layout.
Escalate production issues immediately to management.
Handle a multitude of complex and diverse product offerings from
beginning-to-end, including installation
Approve supplier samples, pre-production materials and finished
parts packaging materials and processes.
Make pre-production unit if required, to be approved by customer,
sales and manger as needed.
REQUIREMENTS
Minimum 3+ years of permanent and semi-permanent retail display
production experience.
Proven track record of successful purchasing experience in a
manufacturing, client, or agency environment.
Experience with vendor negotiations and project management.
Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office software, specifically
Excel.
Ability to read blueprints and have some construction
experience
Self-motivated, dependable, diligent
Must be highly organized, customer focused, problem solver.
Demonstrated aptitude in learning new technology for application in
a professional environment.
Ability to work independently with a drive to continually hit goals
and succeed.
Client communication and problem-solving experience with a
solution-oriented mindset.
Experience with procurement of retail permanent display, signage,
lighting, textiles, plastic, wood and steel construction
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We offer excellent benefits to eligible employees, including
401(k), holidays, vacations and more.
Quad is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and values
diversity. We are committed to creating a place of belonging - a
space where employees do not need to sacrifice who they are to
exist and grow in our workplace. Quad does not discriminate on any
unlawful basis including race, religion, color, national origin,
disability, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age,
marital status, veteran status, genetic information, or any other
basis prohibited by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Quad
also prohibits harassment of applicants and employees based on any
of these protected categories.
Drug-Free Workplace
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