Senior Manager/manager Production

Job Description

About the Role We are seeking a dynamic and detail-driven Senior Manager - Production to oversee end-to-end execution of projects including journals, customized medical/ pharma books. This leadership role involves managing cross-functional coordination, vendor relationships, production workflows, and logistics to ensure timely, high-quality project delivery aligned with business objectives and demonstrated adherence to the required standards. Key responsibilities Stakeholder Management Build and maintain strong working relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including sales, editorial, design, logistics, and client teams. Ensure clear communication, expectation setting, and proactive resolution of issues to maintain stakeholder satisfaction and trust. Project Estimation and Planning Lead the estimation of budgets, resource allocation,and timelines for Journals/Pharma books and customized medical education projects.Collaborate with sales, editorial, and design teams during the planning phase to define clear expectations. Vendor & Partner Management Supervise and follow up with print suppliers to ensure adherence to project timelines and quality standards. Build and maintain strong vendor relationships while ensuring cost-effectiveness and service reliability. Invoice Processing & Cost Control Review and process invoices received from vendors in line with contracts deliverables and interal finance protocols Ensure accuracy and timely processing, supporting finance teams during audits and reconciliations Production Oversight Monitor all aspects of production (design, printing, binding, packaging) to ensure quality and adherence to project specifications. Uphold quality standards and troubleshoot issues proactively to avoid delays or defects. Ensure production supplier and deliver to the required standards. Documentation and Reporting Maintain updated records of project status, vendor communication, and invoice tracking; provide regular status updates to internal teams. Maintain records so that compliance management to standards can be transparently demonstrated Key relationships Sales Coordination Collaborate with the sales team and other internal stakeholders to align project execution with client expectations and delivery schedules. Vendor Management Follow up with vendors to track the status of ongoing projects, ensure timely completion Logistics Coordination Liaise with the logistics team to manage the timely dispatch of projects. Qualification and Prerequisites B.Tech/Diploma in Printing Technology with relevant experience preferably in a reputed Publishing House. 7-10 years of experience in production/project management, with at least 3 years in a senior role Skills Set Must-Have Skills - Complete knowledge of Production Process, Vendor Management and cross-functional coordination Ability to thrive under pressure and manage multiple projects simultaneously Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills. Desirable Skills - Exposure to SAP ERP Experience of Medical books/Journals