Print & Fulfillment Strategist

The Print and Fulfillment Strategist is responsible for the planning and execution of print and fulfillment strategies which may include budget planning and maintenance, reporting, print production, warehousing, AdHOC, fulfillment, technology management, vendor management, and document management. Reporting to the Print and Fulfillment Operations Analyst, Print and Fulfillment Lead, Supervisor, Print and Fulfillment, Manager, Print and Fulfillment or Director, Print and Fulfillment Operations this position is responsible for planning, implementing, and collaborating on operational activities that support the business needs and/or deliverables. The Print and Fulfillment Strategist must be able to multi-task, work well with internal clients and departments, be able to interpret current and future business unit needs, and improve and innovate processes and cost-efficiency. The Print and Fulfillment Strategist should be able to work well as both an individual contributor and a team member.

This position will operate under a hybrid work structure, with the requirement to report to the office in Downtown Pittsburgh as necessary.

Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with Operations and Marketing to ensure that print and fulfillment programs and initiatives are a key part of UPMC business operations and supported with appropriate tools, resources, and technology.
• Analyze and provide information concerning factors such as operational spending, business situations, production capabilities, vendor performance targets, service level agreements, design standards, and design and development of system processes to department leadership while developing recommendations concerning a course of action when appropriate for leadership review.
• Consult with leadership regarding updating procedures, and new programs, determining appropriate standards, and training opportunities to the Department Leadership.
• Identify, test, implement, and benchmark issue resolution/process improvement.
• Performs cost/benefit analysis.
• Generates accurate and thorough basic to intermediate reports for effective trending and analysis determining best practices and areas of opportunity.
• Ensures coordination and clear communication across multiple vendors and work across multiple department disciplines.
• Build and manage initiative calendars and deliverables along the print and fulfillment operations process.
• Keeps abreast of pertinent fulfillment or other job-related technology and related updates or advancements to effectively perform the job.
• Examples of technology include SharePoint Designer, USPS Gateway, EPS, Formworks, Centra, Maestro, Commerce, and Inspire.
• Communicates effectively and regularly with coworkers, managers, Department Leadership, fulfillment stakeholders, and vendors.