Production Manager

Who are we: An integrated advertising agency based in Johannesburg.Who we are looking for: Production ManagerWhat will you do:- Manage relationships with suppliers to guarantee seamless project execution.- Strategic sourcing to optimise costs for every project.- Constantly scouting for new suppliers and services to enhance our offerings and maintain our competitive edge.- Crafting accurate cost estimates to ensure transparency and client approval.- Efficiently project managing to ensure on-time delivery within budget constraints.- Collaborating with internal stakeholders to streamline processes and ensure smooth operations.What will you need:Grade 12 (Matric)Relevant Bachelors Degree or Diploma from an accredited institutionProven working experience as a Production Manager, in an above-the-line and/or integrated agency environmentMust be able to work with a range of production budgets – from small production budgets (under R100k) for digital production, to R1m budgets, to R3m budgetsPrior agency and/or brand experience, preferably with some FMCG / OTC / alcohol brands, preferably integrated (traditional ATL integrated into digital, in-store, in-store media, and short-term promotional work, activations and events)Prior experience working with project management tools such as Chase and Google DocsSkilled in working with Word, PowerPoint, Excel and virtual platforms such as Zoom, Microsoft Teams, Google MeetExperience5+ years as a Production Manager