What are the responsibilities and job description for the Direct Mail Production Manager position at PARTNERSHIP WITH NATIVE AMERICANS?
The Direct Mail Production Manager is responsible for coordinating and performing a variety of duties in the execution of direct mail projects, implementation of production schedules, internal and external quality control, supplier instructions, and vendor management for the manufacturing of various direct mail programs.
Essential Functions:
- Working with the Director of Direct Mail, development and execution of annual direct mail calendar and project schedules
- Vendor management of all DM suppliers
- Management of accurate data entry with internal database
- Reporting departmental and campaign performance
- Research and monitor other nonprofit direct mail practices and packages for opportunities
- Responsible for entering job specifications into Acumatica for vendor purchases
- Codes and approves all DM invoices and postage requests and records on the SOP98-2 cost sheet
- Clear understanding of SOP98-2 joint cost allocations
Job Requirements:
- Attention to detail
- Analytical (able to set up tests and analyze results)
- Computer literate with MS Office (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint)
- Understanding of accounting principles
- Knowledge of direct mail business
- Knowledge of data processing for selections of lists and segments
- Knowledge of production technologies for direct mail packages
- Strong communication and presentation skills
Education/Experience Required:
- College degree preferred in marketing/communications
- Five years working in a direct mail environment
- Five years of direct mail fundraising in established non-profit organization preferred
- 2 years of management/supervisory experience preferred
- Strong copywriting skills
- Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand English
