Remote Senior Print Production Manager for Luxury Books

ERG Media; Milano; On-site; EUR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

ERG Media in Milano, Italy, seeks a seasoned Print Production Manager to lead our print supply chain and deliver world-class publications. The role is predominantly remote with occasional travel to our Milan office for press checks and meetings.

You will manage print partners across Europe and China, translate concepts into production-ready specs, negotiate terms, and oversee projects from briefing to delivery.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in print production management within publishing or luxury brands.
• Strong knowledge of printing processes, paper specs, binding, and color management.
• Proven track record in managing international supplier relationships.
• Excellent negotiation skills for favorable terms.

Responsibilities

• Manage relationships with print partners across Europe and China, acting as the primary point of contact for all production matters
• Collaborate with the design team to translate creative concepts into detailed print specifications, ensuring designs are optimised for production
• Negotiate commercial terms, production schedules, and quality standards with print suppliers
• Set up and manage print projects from initial briefing through to delivery, maintaining clear timelines and quality benchmarks
• Conduct on-site press checks at print facilities to ensure colour accuracy, material quality, and finishing standards meet our exacting requirements
• Identify opportunities to improve production efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance quality
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of printing technologies, paper stocks, and finishing techniques

Skills

Print Production Management

Negotiation

Supplier Relationships

Color Management

Travel Internationally

English Fluency

Job description

ERG Media in Milano, Italy, seeks a seasoned Print Production Manager to lead our print supply chain and deliver world-class publications. The role is predominantly remote with occasional travel to our Milan office for press checks and meetings.

You will manage print partners across Europe and China, translate concepts into production-ready specs, negotiate terms, and oversee projects from briefing to delivery.