Production Manager

About the job

Project Managers have experience in and a passion for the Project Management & Logistics side to a B2B Company specifically in the art curation and creation world. Their focus is to deliver impeccable art on time and on budget. Project Managers are relationship-focused and build long-lasting relationships with vendors based on demonstrated ability to go above and beyond to get the job done. Within their sales / creative team, a successful Project Manager knows how to support their teammates, while converting creative packages into product and managing project deliverables.

This position reports to Director of Production & Fulfillment

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES OF THIS ROLE INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:

• Project manage a large volume of team projects from concept to completion, including related logistics, installation and artist/vendor management - both international and domestic
• Oversee quality control of samples, prototypes and finished products
• Work closely with Creative and Accounting to create and review purchase orders and invoices for accuracy
• Manage sample production/approvals
• Manage sample approvals both internally and externally (ie client facing)
• Assist with PO edits where needed
• Manage production, daily check-ins with vendors and team
• Contact vendors to confirm lead times, ETA for production
• Coordinate small parcel & freight shipments
• Manage packing, shipping, and BOL's
• Generate packing lists, commercial invoices, and USMCA certificates of origin for shipments where required
• Quote international shipments (Flexport/K+N)
• Key contact / proactively contact purchasing agents to advise timelines and deliverables
• Approve vendor invoices for payments
• Project manage installation process remotely
• Send deposit requests/final payments to AP for vendor payments/final invoices
• Advise AP regarding shipped POs for final invoicing

KEY ATTRIBUTES:

• Fully skilled in project management software; Asana knowledge preferred
• Strong project management skills
• Extremely organized and efficient multitasker
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Effective communication skills
• Strong time management
• A people person with excellent interpersonal skills
• Critical thinker who is solutions oriented
• Appreciation for art and interiors with an eye for aesthetic detail

REQUIREMENTS:

• 3-5 years' work experience, preferably in logistics & project management
• Ability to succeed in a quick-moving and cross-functionally focused environment
• Collaborative, team-oriented approach
• Excellent communication skills, written and verbal
• Strong organizational skills with a proven track record of meeting deadlines
• Microsoft Office Skills