Editing & Publishing (Advertising, Arts & Media)Full timeHachette Australia is seeking an experienced, innovative and enthusiastic Production Manager to lead our small and successful Production team. This role reports directly to the Product and Production Director and is responsible for overseeing the production of books in all print and digital formats for Hachette Australia, Lothian, Moa Press and Little Moa books. This role is full-time, based in our Sydney CBD head office and is perfect for someone passionate about the Australian publishing industry, with experience in a professional publishing environment and who is looking to make an impact.Who we are and what we doWe seek out the best stories. We nurture them. Then we share them.The team at Hachette Australia and Hachette Aotearoa are expert publishers, publishing professionals and passionate readers dedicated to discovering and supporting talented writers and illustrators and working with them to craft exceptional stories. We acquire the very best books, across all genres – from bestselling commercial fiction to literary prize-winners, award-winning children's books to attention-grabbing memoirs and eye-catching history, lifestyle and sports books.About the roleReporting to the Product and Production Director, the Production Manager is responsible for managing key stakeholder relationships with external suppliers, such as photo libraries, sound production studios, repro houses and printers. This role works closely with our Hachette Australia and Hachette Aotearoa Publishing and Editorial teams, as well as our Sales, Rights, Export, Finance, Marketing, Product and Distribution teams, and our overseas companies.Key Responsibilities:Managing all production processes for Hachette Australia and Hachette Aotearoa titles, across planning, management and implementation from initial P&L costings to the successful delivery of the finished product, in all formats, on schedule and within the production budget.Working on a number of print and digital books at a senior level.Ensuring the timely, accurate upload and regular maintenance of bibliographic data across all formats on IT systems.Maintaining and updating processes and systems to optimise efficiency and profitability.Championing developing areas of production, including providing recommendations to the business to grow sales and profits.Effectively managing the Production team and their workflow, with responsibility for their ongoing motivation, commitment and performance so that objectives are achieved and exceeded.Negotiating with and engaging local and overseas suppliers and ensuring that company policies are adhered to.About youThis role is perfect for someone who is a strategic thinker and who is passionate about the publishing industry and has a track record of managing publishing production processes on time and within budget. The experience required for this role includes:At least seven years' experience in a production role in a professional publishing environment, including print and digital.Budget and scheduling implementation and control.Experience in liaising with printers, film houses and other production partners.A strong understanding of publishing processes and print and digital trends.We're looking for a Production Manager with a flexible approach and the ability to adapt to changing environments, who is calm under pressure and able to problem solve, has excellent verbal and written communication skills, and is commercially aware and financially literate.What's in it for youAt Hachette, our people are our greatest assets. Here are some of the benefits we offer for your personal and professional growth:In addition to 20 days annual leave per year + public holidays, we have an extensive list of benefits that include: a wide-ranging training library, development programs including mentoring, up to 50% off book purchases, 2 volunteer days per year to use at your charity of choice, Changing the Story employee networks to join, the option to remote work during the month of January, the option to work from home 2 days per week year round and much more!Our CommitmentHachette employs people on the basis of their abilities. We aim to attract and develop talent from a base as broad as the world of readers we want to reach, with a wide and representative range of age, faith, disability, race, gender, sexuality, and socio-economic, regional and cultural backgrounds.If you are shortlisted and need us to make any adjustments to help you attend for interview, please don't hesitate to let us know.ApplicationsIf you are looking for a career in a dynamic and highly successful publishing environment, please submit a PDF cover letter and CV which outlines your suitability for the role by closing date of 29/11/2024. Please note, due to the large volume of applications only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.#J-18808-Ljbffr