Manager, Print and Graphics

Sun Pharma is the world’s fourth largest specialty generics company with presence in Specialty, Generics and Consumer Healthcare products. Supported by more than 40 manufacturing facilities, we provide high-quality medicines, trusted by healthcare professionals and patients, to more than 100 countries across the globe. Over the last two decades, Sun Pharma has established itself as a leading player in the generics market in the U.S., and we are rapidly ramping up our presence in the specialty branded market with a focus on dermatology, ophthalmology and onco-dermatology. 

Job Summary:

The Position will be responsible for all aspects of print production, purchasing, and execution for various marketing programs. This person works with, External Printing Agencies (printers), internal team members, and marketing agencies to ensure projects are purchased and executed in a way that guarantees quality and competitive pricing while overseeing and executing a high volume of complex projects.

Responsibilities:

• Gather project requirements and manage all production aspects working with vendors on delivery timetables and maintaining on updated status of assigned projects.
• Input all project specifications and relevant data into an internal procurement system and maintain key data points in the system, including customer quotes, purchase orders, and invoices.
• Execute projects within contract-specified timelines, according to budget requirements and quality standards.
• Build relationships and communication channels with all stakeholders to ensure smooth workflow and handoffs. 
• Manage project quoting and procurement of print and direct mail projects, including letter shop and postage optimization responsibilities.
• Identify and develop programmatic solutions, which are both beneficial and economical. 
• Assist Product Managers in compiling account and project updates for key presentations as directed.
• Escalate production issues immediately to management.
• Handle a multitude of complex and diverse product-type categories, including direct mail, POP/POS.
• Prepared to attend press checks and ensure necessary subject matter experts are present to effectively manage process. 
• Manage some internal graphics with in house team of graphic designers

Qualifications:

• 10 years of experience in digital, offset and web printing.
• Either Experience (10 years plus) in Print production house or Procurement  Position in Corporate
• Experience in mailing services, including lettershop, postal, and mail logistics.
• Knowledge of all aspects of printing – prepress, print, paper and bindery.
• Bachelor’s degree in a related discipline or equivalent work experience.
• Proven success with purchasing in a manufacturing, client, or agency environment.
• Experience independently managing multiple complex product-type categories.
• Skilled in project management, planning, analysis, and problem solving. 
• Experience negotiating job costs and schedules with suppliers and vendors.
• Able to work independently while still being a strong team contributor.
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office software, specifically Excel.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to adapt across a wide range of business scenarios, including fast-paced environments.
• Experience excelling within fast-paced, high-energy environments.

The presently-anticipated base compensation pay range for this position is $104,500 to $127,500. Actual base compensation may vary based on a number of factors, including but not limited to geographical location and experience. In addition, this position is part of the Annual Performance Bonus Plan. Employees are eligible to participate in Company employee benefit programs which include medical, dental and vision coverage; life insurance; disability insurance; 401(k) savings plan; flexible spending accounts; and the employee assistance program. Employees also receive various paid time off benefits, including vacation time and sick time.
The compensation and benefits described above are subject to the terms and conditions of any governing plans, policies, practices, agreements, or other materials or documents as in effect from time to time, including but not limited to terms and conditions regarding eligibility. If hired, employee will be in an “at-will position” and the Company reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company, or individual department/team performance, and market factors.

The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees as assigned to this job. Nothing herein shall preclude the employer from changing these duties from time to time and assigning comparable duties or other duties commensurate with the experience and background of the incumbent(s).

We provide equal employment opportunities for all current employees and applicants for employment. This policy means that no one will be discriminated against because of race, religion, creed, color, national origin, nationality, citizenship, ancestry, sex, age, marital status, physical or mental disability, affectional or sexual orientation, military or veteran status, generic predisposing characteristics or any other basis prohibited by law.
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