Production Manager (Print & Design)

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Production Manager (Print & Design)

Memphis, TN (onsite)6 months plus

This role will primarily focus on print and design efforts.Brand Creative + Content team needs production management support for high-volume creative projects across multiple mediums. This role is essential to ensure timely and cost-efficient execution of projects developed by the Creative + Content teams.Essential Job FunctionsInclude planning, scheduling, vendor coordination, and production oversight, as well as processing vendor paperwork and managing timelines.The contractor will serve as a key liaison between creative teams (design, writing, photography, video), marketing, legal, finance, and external vendors to maintain workflow efficiency and quality standards.This role will work closely with internal ALSAC operations, Strategic Sourcing, Legal, and Finance teams to ensure compliance and cost control. This position will help mitigate delays, reduce operational bottlenecks, and maintain the high level of quality and timeliness required for brand initiatives.RequirementsExperienced in managing high volume of work with tight deadlines and budgets.Organized, taking initiative, ability to remain calm under pressure and exercise good judgement.Knowledge ordinarily acquired through a bachelor’s degree in video production, graphic design, advertising, or related field with at least 3-5 years of relevant experience, or equivalent work experience in advertising, marketing and/or printing agencyCreative project management/creative work experience required.Experience supporting creative teams (either agency or in-house teams)Experience heavily leaning towards design print.Collaboration & Communication: Act as a liaison between marketing, creative/design teams, and external vendors to translate creative concepts into executable print solutions.Tools and TechnologyProject management tools (Confluence, Jira, Smart sheet or similar platforms).Asset or workload management systems such as Adobe work front, Ziflow, DAM (digital asset management) systemsProcurement systems such as Oracle a plus or any purchasing softwareUnderstanding and/or processing of legal contracts, working with legal and finance.Ideal Candidate ProfileCreative project managementUnderstanding of design/printSkilled at organizing and managing competing prioritiesAble to be firm when driving deadlines while balancing flexibility and negotiation as neededKey skillset would be someone who has experience supporting creative teams.

Additional Details:

• Workplace Setting: Hybrid #LI-Hybrid
• Job Type: Contract
• Seniority Level: Associate Level
• Job Function: Marketing

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At Cook Systems, we don’t just offer jobs—we build futures. Our people are at the heart of everything we do, and we’re committed to supporting you with benefits that deliver real security, flexibility, and growth from day one.

• Your Health, Your Way: Choose from two comprehensive medical plans through Blue Cross Blue Shield, with dental and vision coverage included. With access to one of the nation’s largest provider networks, you’ll have quality care wherever life takes you.
• Peace of Mind: Protect what matters most with life, critical illness, and accident insurance through Unum—because your family’s security matters.
• Flexibility for Life: Plan ahead and save with a Flexible Spending Account and Daycare FSA through Navia, helping you manage healthcare and dependent-care expenses your way.
• Extra Protection When You Need It: Our Health Gap Insurance through Sun Life helps cover unexpected costs, so you’re never caught off guard.
• Your Future Starts Now: Build your future with our 401(k) plan through The Standard. You’re eligible after just six months—because long-term success deserves a strong foundation.

At Cook Systems, you’re not just an employee—you’re part of a team that values ideas, celebrates results, and grows together. Here, your impact is visible, your contributions are valued, and your career has room to thrive. Ready to be part of something bigger? Let’s build the future together at Cook Systems.

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