• Job Description

  Req#: REF1906A

  Company Description

  At Lakeshore, we create innovative learning materials and world-class guest experiences for teachers, parents and children. Since 1954, we’ve grown into a global community—with a thriving e-commerce business, multiple catalogs, 60+ retail stores, a peerless national sales force, plus international offices that support our preeminent supply chain division. But today we’re working better, smarter and faster than ever—and setting our sights even higher. We’re building an infrastructure designed for scalability, embracing data-driven decision-making and using technology to improve efficiency and ensure the best tools for the best work. Most importantly, we continue to invest in a diverse team of inquisitive top talent who fuel each other’s passions and curiosity, take risks, try new things, and believe that every new day brings opportunities for growth.

  Job Description

  In a time of unprecedented expansion, we are seeking a Print and Procurement Lead to manage the tracking and delivery of all materials for in-house and outsourced print projects. Located at company headquarters in Carson, California, our on-site print center is a standalone department that serves a variety of clients—including our Retail team, Marketing team, Sales team, Product Development team and others. Under the direction of the print manager, you will coordinate with vendors and interdepartmental teams to ensure a frictionless, efficient production process. You will rely on your creative problem-solving skills and excellent communication to manage multiple simultaneous projects—overseeing cost, quality and delivery. In addition to outstanding project management skills, you must possess excellent attention to detail, a collaborative approach and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced, due-date-driven environment.

  A day in the office looks like this:

  • Maintaining print production schedule
  • Quoting jobs, as well as issuing POs and invoices for all jobs
  • Creating job tickets and updating tasks in Workfront
  • Coordinating with vendors and interdepartmental teams to ensure a smooth and efficient production process

  Qualifications

  Got the skills and experience? Here’s what we’re looking for:

  • Strong knowledge of printing industry
  • Expertise with the Microsoft Office suite (including Outlook, Word and Excel)
  • Ability to manage time and meet deadlines
  • Outstanding problem-solving skills
  • Superb multitasking skills
  • Strong sense of urgency and a can-do attitude
  • Professional attitude—even under pressure
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to adapt to new situations and shifting priorities in a fast-paced environment
  • Ability to think critically and make important decisions independently
  • Additional tasks as project comes up
  • Required travel—up to 10%
  • Experience with print and print management software, such as PrintSmith and Workfront, a plus

  Additional Information

  And here’s our end of the bargain!

  • Hourly: $29-$33 with an annual bonus of up to 10%
  • Paid leave for new parents to support work/life balance and family bonding
  • Excellent medical/dental and vision coverage—EPO, PPO and HSA
  • 401(k) retirement plan with company contribution (because you will retire someday)
  • Flexible benefits—choose what you like, ignore the rest
  • On-site preschool for our employees’ children
  • On-site employee gym for all levels/fitness needs
  • Generous employee discount on products that make you smarter
  • Casual dress…and we really mean it

  At Lakeshore, we know our diversity makes us stronger, and when everyone feels included and valued, we all win. We strive to embrace our differences and create an intentionally diverse and inclusive community that is representative of the teachers, families and children we serve.

  We know we couldn’t do the extraordinary things we’re doing without the people on our team. Thanks to the passion and enthusiasm of this spectacular group, Lakeshore is more than a great place to work—it’s a great experience to be part of. Day in and day out, we give everything we’ve got to create products that instill a sense of wonder and foster a true love of learning. To help maintain this high bar for success, we’re constantly on the lookout for people to join us. So if you’re a down-to-earth professional who shares our desire for making a difference, we’d love to hear from you.
  
  To learn more about Lakeshore, visit www.lakeshorelearning.com/careers
  
  Equal Employment Opportunity Policy
  People are selected to become members of the Lakeshore family based on skill, merit and mind-boggling talent—not based on race, color, creed, sexual orientation, gender or gender identity, marital status, domestic partnership status, military status, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, alienage, AIDS or AIDS-related complex status, genetic information, predisposition or carrier status, status as a victim of domestic violence, physical or mental disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. If things aren’t equal, we all lose.

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• About the company

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