Production Manager Job in Tanzania

Job Code: Pm/Tp/130205
Number Of Positions Open: 1    Location:  Dar-Es-Salaam, Tanzania    Closing Date:  Open Until Filled

Summary:

Our client has over forty years’ experience in the printing industry.  Their passion is to improvise and extend their creativity in new directions.  They are a one stop shop for all their clients printing needs.

Job Objective:

The Print Production Manager is responsible for the planning, execution and project management of the company's entire process of print production within marketing direct mail acquisitions and fulfillment manufacturing. Liaise internally and externally with vendors, while managing the flow of information to ensure timely and efficient delivery to customers.Direct accountability and management of team of print production coordinators to facilitate the production of marketing acquisition material and printed productKey driver for planning, production and execution of complex master production schedules; proactively hold the entire organization accountable to critical dates to ensure production schedule is metLeadership and Project Management of team and effectively manage print for all acquisition campaigns to ensure high quality, cost effective and timely productionDevelopment of team's knowledge of cost analysis and assurance towards quality expectationsPerformance management of all coordinators, delivery goals and expectations and measuring performanceWork proactively with vendors to ensure continuous improvement and optimal production solutions for new and existing marketing materials and conceptsDevelop specifications for new components with vendors, negotiate effective pricing structuresProcess and track mock-ups, prototypes, electronic templates and printer proofs.Proactively communicate supply chain issues to product teams and coordinate solution implementationVendor and technology investigationsParticipation and leadership of relationship and business reviews with key partners and vendors    7-1O years’ of experience as a manager.Bachelors degree in business related field such as Commerce, Finance, Economics or Business Administration;Demonstrated leadership in Print industryStrong attention to detail and operational workflow dynamics Ability to multi-task and utilize resources to execute tasks within a deadline oriented environmentExcellent communication and negotiating skillsCommitment to continuous process improvement initiatives and ability to solve problems creativelyHighly motivated and high level of initiative; inspires confidence to work independently and in support of department goals and business objectivesAbility to build relationships and work across a multi-product line organizationStrong analytics and computer skills (MS Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Project, Visio)How to Apply:

Interested candidates holding the necessary requirements, good performance and / or references are encouraged to apply with detailed CV’s, inclusive of names and contacts of 3 referees, current telephone number and email address by scrolling down and clicking on:  Production Manager

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