layiq

/la·yiq/adjective

worthy; deserving; fitting; suitable.

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Contract Sourcing and Production Manager at Exploding Kittens | LAYIQ

WHAT YOU'LL DO: Serve as the primary point of contact for manufacturing partners and internal stakeholders across assigned games and products
Develop and manage strategic production schedules, purchase orders, milestones, and delivery timelines
Monitor project execution and proactively address risks that could affect cost, quality, or on-time delivery
Manage and maintain accurate Bills of Materials, technical packs, requests for quotation, and supplier quotations for new and existing products
Conduct cost analyses and negotiate with manufacturers and suppliers to secure competitive pricing and favorable production terms
Recommend materials and manufacturing methods that improve quality, efficiency, and cost performance
Coordinate closely with internal teams, including Creative, Marketing, and Sales, to align production requirements and launch timelines
Oversee multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring tasks and deliverables are completed accurately and on schedule
Track production performance against cost, delivery, and project-management goals
Identify opportunities to improve sourcing, production, and supply-chain processes from development through cargo-ready date
WHAT WE NEED: Experience in sourcing, production, manufacturing, supply-chain management, or a related field
Strong project-management skills, with the ability to plan and oversee multiple projects and deadlines at once
Experience working directly with manufacturers, suppliers, and cross-functional internal teams
Proven negotiation and cost-analysis skills, including the ability to identify savings without compromising product quality
Working knowledge of supply-chain operations, logistics, inventory considerations, and production scheduling
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Exceptional attention to detail and a commitment to maintaining high quality standards
Strong organizational and problem-solving abilities, with a proactive approach to identifying and resolving production challenges
Strategic thinking and the ability to balance immediate project requirements with longer-term business goals
Flexibility and adaptability in a fast-moving environment where priorities may evolve
Proficiency with Google Workspace, Microsoft Excel, order management systems, and project-management tools
Experience with games, toys, consumer products, packaging, or printed goods is a plus

Contract Sourcing and Production Manager

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