Production Manager

Job Title Production Manager Location Remote Reports To TBD Working Hours 40 hours per week / Full-time Job Description The success of our mission to provide Christians with spiritually rich and edifying books depends on careful stewardship of our inventory. We are seeking a highly analytical, detail-oriented, and efficient Production Manager to oversee inventory planning, maintain reprint schedules, collaborate with print partners, and ensure timely delivery of both backlist and new release titles that meet or exceed our quality standards. Sustainable success in the context of significant volume growth and an intentionally small team will require someone who can build systems and processes that handle high volume with minimal manual intervention. The right candidate will use technology to scale productivity and keep operations efficient, while also applying sound judgment to ensure that automation is always backed by thoughtful oversight. Excellence in this role means combining efficiency with discernment, routinely making decisions with significant financial impact. This position requires balancing lean inventory, just-in-time delivery, sustainable margins, and accurate demand forecasting. The objective is to balance cash flow and availability: minimizing excess inventory while ensuring products remain on hand for customers. Extremely strong spoken and written English is essential, as this role involves frequent communication not just with our internal team but also with external printing partners. Experience in book manufacturing will be a significant asset. We're looking for someone who “speaks the language” of printers with a working familiarity of book production methods and terms. The Production Manager will work closely with a wide range of manufacturing partners to maintain high service levels, secure competitive pricing, and foster long-term, mutually beneficial partnerships that deliver consistently excellent products. They will also collaborate with the creative and editorial teams to ensure each book meets its design and content goals. Key Responsibilities Develop and maintain relationships with printers and other suppliers. Work with suppliers to develop strategies for troubleshooting accelerated schedules and manufacturing problems. Identify opportunities to streamline workflows with suppliers. Communicate effectively and professionally with external partners, clarity, tone, and responsiveness in English communication will be vital. Product Production Demonstrate an interest in book manufacturing and develop a deep knowledge of production terms and methods. Demonstrate keen attention to detail for manufacturing techniques and general production quality. Facilitate the finalization of specifications for new publications, solicit quotes from printers, and place print orders. Manage the reprint process for backlist publications: analyze sales trends, maintain stock availability, identify opportunities for format or supplier changes, and operate in alignment with financial goals. Facilitate quality control by working with suppliers on appropriate solutions to any production defects or other problems. Keep meticulous records on product details, quotes, print orders, supplier information, and other information. Inventory Management Manage a system for monitoring inventory levels and ensure we are meeting product availability goals. Exercise good judgment and resource stewardship by maintaining sustainable margins and operating within broader given financial parameters. Help develop and refine just-in-time delivery strategies and ensure we are meeting inventory turnover targets. Assist in demand forecasting and anticipate supply implications for high-volume seasons and promotional efforts. Help coordinate with the operations team on scheduled deliveries, anticipated inventory levels, and projected sales. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree or equivalent education or work experience Extremely good spoken and written English , with the ability to communicate clearly and professionally with both internal and external stakeholders High levels of analytical reasoning, attention to detail, and strong organizational abilities Ability to work independently and collaborate cross-functional Extremely detail-oriented and comfortable using technology tools and apps able to work effectively in a remote, collaborative, and transparent system Comfort with learning and adopting new technology tools Familiarity with the publishing industry and personal interest in books Experience working with budgets and keeping financial record Experience working with book manufacturing and familiarity with production methods and terms Experience with inventory management techniques About More Staffing More Staffing is a U.S.-based recruitment agency with one clear goal: to help fellow Filipinos land stable, rewarding jobs with international clients. 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