Project Manager of Print Production and Distribution with Pharma at Plainsboro

Job Description

PROJECT MANGER OF PRINT PRODUCTION AND DISTRIBUTION WITH PHARMA

REQUIREMENT #13-00667
RECRUITER: BRIDGET BURNS
JOB LOCATION: PLAINSBORO, NJ
JULY 16, 2013

*** W-2 CANDIDATES ONLY ***

Project Description:
Manage all aspects of print production, fulfillment, distribution, and inventory management for a specified therapeutic area.

Print Responsibilities:

• Responsible for managing all aspects of print projects, including initial production and conceptual planning, manage supplier resources, and facilitating communication as needed
• Examples are but not exclusive to brochures, flyers, booklets, pamphlets, posters, mini protocols, newsletters, folders, inclusion/exclusion cards, direct mail, slide presentations, CDs, videos/DVDs, OOH material and training manuals, and various premium items, i.e. tote bags, cooler bags, sharps containers, blankets, wash kits, measuring tape, date wheels, etc.
• Participate in weekly production meetings with agency, account teams, and creative design staff to determine the most successful and cost-effective methods of production
• Set priorities and conform to processes consistently with regard to company goals and procurement policies as set forth by GSS and department management
• Contribute to identifying and developing recommendations for processes improvements and measurement methods to process work more efficiently
• Through project management, ensure client expectations, quality and color standards, and project specifications are maintained throughout production process to a timely, complete release
• Through bid proposals, select print and/or premium vendors based upon cost-effectiveness, quality, and timeliness of goods to be delivered
• Be flexible in learning online auction tool applications, as well as web portal solution for order placement and inventory management
• Ensure compliance with all policies, processes, procedures, and systems, as well as integrity of billing guidelines
• Service vendor relationships by expediting all paperwork, including work orders and SO assignments
• Timely invoice reconciliation and back-up analysis through JCF reconciliation
• Capable of negotiating in a competitive environment
• Ensure all vendors follow FDA/OPDP regulations with regards to advertising, labeling, PI requirements, and expiration procedures
• Develop and maintain open, communicative, team-oriented relationships with all other departments
• Possess knowledge and maintain awareness of leading-edge print production technology and paper commodity markets

Fulfillment, Distribution and Inventory Management Responsibilities:

• Manage all activities for assigned brands including, inventory, kit assembly / refurbishments, destruction, holds, high/low stock threshold, expiration, and receiving using a project management program
• Participate in weekly production meetings with agency, account teams, business partners, and creative design staff to determine the most successful and cost-effective methods of distribution
• Coordinate distribution activities for designated brand, including assembly and field sales audience identification
• Ensure appropriate approvals for shipments have been obtained by the business partner, sufficient inventory is available, and the shipment method is most cost-effective while meeting business partners deadlines
• Provides business partner with all relevant reports as necessary
• Support business partner in inventory management and distribution of promotional, non-promotional, and medical materials
• Advises business partner on best practices and provides suggestions regarding cost-saving opportunities and helps manage brand distribution budgets
• Manage field sales structure information with the distribution vendor
• Conduct periodic site visits to inspect project pack-outs and proper receipt of materials
• Oversee direct-to-physician mail programs through direct-mail supplier
• Provides customer support to field sales and marketing (U.S., Puerto Rico, and global), as well as internal business partners
• Facilitate continuous interactions with distribution partners for improved services within the U.S. and globally
  

Skills and Knowledge Desired:

• Extensive knowledge in all areas of print production, inventory management, and fulfillment
• Ability to independently coordinate and manage multiple priorities while meeting deadlines
• Possesses working knowledge of literature distribution, distribution supplier services, distribution systems/interfaces, and direct mail
• Knowledgeable in resolving customs issues
• Extensive knowledge of online ordering systems and on-demand print interaction
• Ability to adapt to changing business needs with strong skills in prioritizing and multitasking
• Ability to write clear requirements around project needs. This could include writing requirements for applications to support online web order systems, as well as on-demand projects or programs. The candidate must have experience in developing programs utilizing web storefront ordering options.
• Strong organization, analytical, and negotiating skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• PC proficiency in Microsoft and Adobe programs
• Working knowledge of SAP
• Ability to follow-up and follow through with appropriate documentation
• Problem resolution and trouble-shooting expertise
• Demonstrates independent problem solving, sound judgment, initiative, and leadership in the effective management of projects

Required Skills:

• Skilled at complex long- and short-term project management assignments. Preferably an expert in Microsoft Office suite with concentration in Microsoft Project, Excel, and Visio.
• 8-10 years experience in the sourcing of print and premiums, preferably in the pharmaceutical industry
• Experience in inventory management

This 12+ month position starts ASAP.

Please E-MAIL your resume (attachment to email) with rate and availability to Bridget: [Click Here to Email Your Resum]

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