At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage book reprints and collaborate with print partners to deliver quality titles.
- Company: Dynamic publishing company with a focus on innovation and quality.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, hybrid working, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Exciting role with potential for career advancement in a creative environment.
- Why this job: Join a passionate team and make a global impact in the publishing industry.
- Qualifications: Experience in production management and strong communication skills.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 30000 £ per year.
Location: Hybrid working Exeter, Devon or Poundbury, Dorset office base
Salary: 30,000 per annum
Vacancy Type: Full time, permanent
About the role
We are seeking a Production Executive to join our Production and Operations team. Working alongside the Production Manager, you will play a key role in delivering high-quality books to readers around the world. This role has a particular focus on managing our reprint programme, ensuring titles remain available through the most efficient and cost-effective print solutions. You will work closely with UK and international print partners, explore opportunities for digital and local printing, and help us continually improve our production processes.
Key responsibilities
- Manage the production of book reprints from quotation through to placement and delivery.
- Obtain and evaluate print quotations to balance cost, quality, and lead time decisions.
- Develop and manage relationships with digital print suppliers in the UK and internationally, identifying opportunities for local print-on-demand and short-run production.
- Contribute to print specification decisions.
- Coordinate the freight of books to UK and international distribution partners.
- Raise purchase orders, prepare production costings and manage print approvals.
- Liaise with Editorial, Design, Pre-Press, Sales and Finance teams to coordinate reprints, corrections and file updates.
Production Executive in Devon employer: David & Charles Publishing
As a Production Executive at our company, you'll be part of a dynamic and collaborative team that values innovation and quality in book production. With a hybrid working model based in the picturesque locations of Exeter or Poundbury, we offer a supportive work culture that prioritises employee growth and development, alongside competitive benefits. Join us to make a meaningful impact in delivering exceptional reading experiences while enjoying the unique advantages of working in a vibrant community.
Contact Details:
David & Charles Publishing Recruitment Team
