Print Production & Client Relations Manager

Client of Talent Bridge HR Consultancy Dubai

Key Responsibilities

Print Production Management

• Manage the full production lifecycle for printed and fabricated brand assets, from brief through to final delivery
• Coordinate production of items such as stickers, sample kits, POS materials, brochures, large format prints, branded merchandise, and showroom or display assets
• Drive fast turnaround delivery on urgent requests and time-sensitive activations
• Ensure correct file handover to suppliers and confirm technical feasibility before production starts

Client Relations and Stakeholder Coordination

• Act as the primary UAE point of contact for internal stakeholders and client-side teams on all production requests
• Translate business needs into clear production briefs for suppliers and design teams
• Track approvals, feedback, and sign-offs to prevent delays and rework
• Maintain strong service levels under pressure, ensuring stakeholders stay aligned and informed

Supplier Sourcing, Negotiation, and Management

• Source and manage relationships with UAE printing houses, large format suppliers, signage vendors, fabricators, carpenters, and related production partners
• Obtain multiple quotations, negotiate pricing, and recommend best-value options
• Coordinate timelines, logistics, sampling, revisions, and delivery schedules
• Maintain a reliable supplier network for rapid execution

Quality Control and Proofing

• Conduct in-person quality checks on samples and final production items before approving mass runs
• Identify issues relating to gradients, colour matching, resolution, finishing, cutting, alignment, and material quality
• Prevent production errors that lead to waste, delays, or brand damage
• Ensure output meets brand standards and expected finish quality

Planning and Continuous Improvement

• Create repeatable workflows for ordering, proofing, approvals, and production tracking
• Improve speed, reliability, and cost control across production cycles
• Flag production risks early and propose practical solutions

Skills

• Strong knowledge of print materials, finishing, and production workflows
• Proven supplier negotiation and quote comparison experience
• Excellent client-facing communication and stakeholder management
• High attention to detail, especially for proofing and physical QC
• Strong English grammar and written communication