Ims Work Values

Daily Duties at Ims:

Chosen by the client to manage the development, sourcing and execution of high impact sales-driving point-of-sale print and premium portfolio for a major spirits, wine and beer client and controlled spend of over 15 million annually. Developed sourcing and supplier strategies to manage program expectations. Led the unification, development and implementation of a Preferred Supplier Program project that provided a scale of discounts to save 50% ($800,000) over prior year benefiting all internal client accounts Spearheaded the development and implementation of inbound freight program with a 20% client savings ($450,000) over prior year Aligned with major paper vendor to build and implement internal paper procurement program to save clients 30% ($500,000) over prior year Managed task force that developed and implemented direct source of premiums process saving 25% ($200,000) over prior year for the client Explored “green” paper options for client, interfaced with Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) and implemented a recycled paper and use of FSC logo for all print work for a savings of 30% ($100,000) Client Management Manage the client relationship from strategic planning and production cost savings perspective Estimating Manage and collaborate with account management staff, production team, creative agencies and clients contacts to develop accurate and complete job specifications Provide production recommendations that improve quality, reduce costs and add value Review each job and select the appropriate vendor(s) to bid the work Production Management Ensure processes/procedures are followed Aid in the continuous improvement of processes/procedures/innovations Provide material and/or design solutions that meet budget demands or graphic criteria Set and execute against production timelines and schedules to meet delivery requirements Determine the most efficient and cost-effective production processes to meet client’s workload Develop prototypes or constructions for client review Manage individual job budgets approved by the client Manage validated vendor pool for cost, quality and schedule adherence Administration Supervise the Chicago based production management group, workloads and career pathing Oversee the production schedules, estimates, delivery dates and label instructions of the account quarterly programs

What they like about Ims:

You give high priority to hiring firms with prestige. Market reputation and prestige of a firm may be determined through on-line research, and conversations with individuals working in your target industry. Note that firms "in the public eye" receive a great deal more critical publicity and attention than those operating with more anonymity. So as you assess your employment opportunities, be sure to seek out the positive aspects of the firm's reputation in addition to noting negative publicity the company may have received.

Tags

Senior Manager, Manager, Direct Response, Point of Sale, client service, customer, partner relationship development, strategic planning, client relationships, process?management, project management, program management, process improvement, change management, team building, leadership, merchandising, marketing, IT development management, financial reporting, cost savings, problem solving, implementation, staffing, hire, train, mentor, professional services, Director

Skills

Strategic Planning, Reporting, Presentation Skills, Technology Solutions

These are some of the questions we asked our climbers about their experiences with Ims: