Mysgi
Overview
SGI’s Brand Impact Operations (BIO) Team is looking for an intelligent, articulate, dynamic, quality-minded Project Manager (PM) to join our team. With demonstrated project management experience and a strong background in commercial and digital printing, the PM plays an integral role in supporting SGI’s supply chain initiatives by leading the printing and finishing production for our clients’ marketing communication materials. As the key subject matter expert for print production, the PM is responsible for advising SGI Account Managers, coordinating with clients’ creative agency partners, and collaborating with internal partners regarding production execution of marketing materials. Responsibilities
Gather accurate information from clients, agencies, and SGI staff to formulate full production specifications (scope of project, budget requirements, production alternatives, timeline milestones) to generate creative and print production specifications used in the sourcing process. Track, manage and report on project timelines throughout the print lifecycle while ensuring on-time delivery and high quality within budget. Manage high volumes of work with tight timelines. Advise on formats, processes (digital, offset, screen, CMYK, spot), substrates, finishing, etc., working with material owners, agencies, and internal SGI staff to derive cost-effective solutions for print projects. Provide technical input and advice on print projects and identify potential risks. Ensure print deliverables are on-brand (based on client style guidelines) and consistent in terms of style and quality. Act as gatekeeper and approver for all proofing of assigned print materials, including Digital, Bluelines, Match prints/Epson prints, Draw Downs, Mock-ups, and Press Checks. Build connections by positioning yourself as the SME in print-related matters; educate and inform to establish and maintain SME status with internal and external partners by creating enduring relationships based on mutual trust, respect and competence. Identify new vendor partners as needed, manage relationship expectations, and understand each supplier’s core competencies. Maintain detailed job history information and a sample library. Ensure print deliverables comply with industry regulations. Execute standards, systems, and best practices (both human and technological) for all print deliverables and document workflows for sourcing, proofing, receiving and archiving. Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree plus 5 years of print-related experience and/or project management experience. Demonstrated expertise in printing, finishing processes, and proofing procedures for both digital and offset printing; packing production experience is a plus but not required. Demonstrated proficiency with MS Office, Adobe Creative Suite, and InDesign is a plus. Working knowledge of online collaborative sourcing and regulatory tools such as Veeva is a plus. Other Requirements
Travel within Indianapolis up to 25%; travel outside of Indianapolis as needed.
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SGI’s Brand Impact Operations (BIO) Team is looking for an intelligent, articulate, dynamic, quality-minded Project Manager (PM) to join our team. With demonstrated project management experience and a strong background in commercial and digital printing, the PM plays an integral role in supporting SGI’s supply chain initiatives by leading the printing and finishing production for our clients’ marketing communication materials. As the key subject matter expert for print production, the PM is responsible for advising SGI Account Managers, coordinating with clients’ creative agency partners, and collaborating with internal partners regarding production execution of marketing materials. Responsibilities
Gather accurate information from clients, agencies, and SGI staff to formulate full production specifications (scope of project, budget requirements, production alternatives, timeline milestones) to generate creative and print production specifications used in the sourcing process. Track, manage and report on project timelines throughout the print lifecycle while ensuring on-time delivery and high quality within budget. Manage high volumes of work with tight timelines. Advise on formats, processes (digital, offset, screen, CMYK, spot), substrates, finishing, etc., working with material owners, agencies, and internal SGI staff to derive cost-effective solutions for print projects. Provide technical input and advice on print projects and identify potential risks. Ensure print deliverables are on-brand (based on client style guidelines) and consistent in terms of style and quality. Act as gatekeeper and approver for all proofing of assigned print materials, including Digital, Bluelines, Match prints/Epson prints, Draw Downs, Mock-ups, and Press Checks. Build connections by positioning yourself as the SME in print-related matters; educate and inform to establish and maintain SME status with internal and external partners by creating enduring relationships based on mutual trust, respect and competence. Identify new vendor partners as needed, manage relationship expectations, and understand each supplier’s core competencies. Maintain detailed job history information and a sample library. Ensure print deliverables comply with industry regulations. Execute standards, systems, and best practices (both human and technological) for all print deliverables and document workflows for sourcing, proofing, receiving and archiving. Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree plus 5 years of print-related experience and/or project management experience. Demonstrated expertise in printing, finishing processes, and proofing procedures for both digital and offset printing; packing production experience is a plus but not required. Demonstrated proficiency with MS Office, Adobe Creative Suite, and InDesign is a plus. Working knowledge of online collaborative sourcing and regulatory tools such as Veeva is a plus. Other Requirements
Travel within Indianapolis up to 25%; travel outside of Indianapolis as needed.
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