Traffic & Production Manager

We are a global medical communications agency blending deep scientific expertise with creative brilliance to inspire change. By infusing vibrant creativity into our work, we produce engaging medical communications that have the power to captivate and spark action.
Our absolute commitment to scientific precision across diverse therapy areas, including the complex fields of rare disease, oncology and advanced therapies, ensures we can make change a reality. For over 10 years, our team of exceptional PhD and advanced degree medical writers, strategists and world-class creatives have generated award-winning innovation across medical affairs and commercial disciplines.We are driven by a desire to create inspiring work that changes lives for the better, always guided by our core values; Part of Synaptiq Health, our network is made up of market access and HEOR consultancy, Initiate and healthcare PR specialist, Beyond PR.We’re looking for a highly organised and solutions-driven Traffic and Production Manager to oversee the workflow and delivery of creative projects within our fast-paced agency. This role is pivotal in ensuring that projects move efficiently from briefing through to production and final delivery, on time and on budget. The Traffic and Production Manager will work directly with the VP, Operational Excellence, VP, Creative and Client Services Team to help facilitate the flow of client projects, internal work, pitches and proposals through the agency. An interest in improving processes and experience in the implementation of new systems / processes would be valuable.
Traffic ManagementManage and maintain the daily workflow and scheduling of all creative, digital, and editorial projects within the agency and ensure that all projects are resourced accurately, making maximum use of the resources availableMonitor brief completion, projects and workloads, adjusting assignments and deadlines accordinglyAllocate and assign work based on availability, skills, and project requirementsMonitor, track and assess utilisation of the team while assisting with short-, medium- and long-term capacity planning and resourcingAct as the key point of contact between account management, creative, strategy, and production teamsAnticipate resource bottlenecks and adjust schedules or utilise freelancers as neededProduction ManagementOversee the production process for print, digital, video and experiential campaignsSource and liaise with external suppliers, production houses and freelancers to deliver assets on time, within scope and budgetPrepare and manage production quotes, schedules, raise POs and check / process invoicesEstablish and maintain supplier relationships across all facets of production, from print to moving image, and with any freelancers used by the agencySupport in the management of production projects in the agency ensuring that all required assets are provided in a timely mannerSourcing and setting up of new suppliers and freelancers and ensuring all paperwork is in placeContinuously review and refine traffic, workflow, and production processes to improve efficiency and effectivenessMaintain up-to-date records of project statuses and resource plansSupport in resource forecasting and capacity planning3–5 years’ experience working as a Traffic or Resourcing Manager within a creative agency, medical communications agency preferred (Project Manager and Producer experience also considered)- Experience of managing workloads and scheduling workflow through project management tools (e.g. Excellent knowledge of creative production processes across print, digital and video in a medical communications environment- Excellent at building close partnerships with team members, freelancers and suppliers- Strong negotiation and supplier management skills- 25 days annual leave (plus bank holidays)- Birthday Day off and 3 days off between Christmas and New Year- Enhanced Maternity and Paternity policies-6 weeks paid sabbatical after 5 years’ service- Life assurance- Private medical insurance- Pension – up to 7% matching employee/employer contribution-
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