Purpose of the role
The Senior Production Manager manages the production of high level spend and strategic projects while facing clients directly supporting both strategy and satisfaction. The SPM will be also expected to mentor and upskill the Production Managers and, at times, manage the project traffic among other PMs.
Skills, knowledge, experience and exposure
Mindset to navigate the role
Managing production projects and facing directly final clients requires a set of skills that will enable the Senior Production Manager to succeed. First and foremost, a clear and effective communication skill at all levels in the hierarchy is essential. This includes the ability to communicate complex ideas in a clear and concise manner, as well as actively listening to and addressing the needs of clients.
In addition to communication skills, the role demands a solution-oriented and resolutive mindset, where problems are seen as opportunities to find solutions. This mindset will help Production Managers navigate different types of challenges and new scenarios that arise while managing production projects.
A technology-oriented mindset is also crucial, as SPMs will have to use different technologies in their daily job. This includes not only familiarity with relevant software and platforms, but also the ability to learn new technologies as they emerge.
Attention to detail is another key attribute for a successful SPM. The value added by Production Managers lies in their ability to manage transactional work daily and ensure that the details are attended to with precision and accuracy.
Finally, a natural mediation skill is highly desirable, as SPM acts as the link between Indicia Worldwide and the client. This requires a collaborative spirit and the ability to balance the needs of both parties to achieve successful project outcomes.
Temperament for the role
Role Requirements
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