Print Manager

The Opportunity for a Print Manager

We are seeking a detail-oriented and highly organized Print Manager to oversee the print product line in conjunction with the Chief Product Officer and lead the end-to-end execution of our print initiatives. This role will advise on the strategy and vision for the print product line, while owning the development and management of production schedules, proactively tracking milestones, and mitigating risks to ensure print projects are delivered on time and within budget. As the central point of coordination across internal teams, print vendors, and customers, this individual will oversee file preparation, proof review cycles, logistics, and final delivery. They will ensure all materials meet quality, brand, and instructional standards while maintaining accurate documentation.

This role also serves as a primary point of contact for customers regarding our print products (in coordination with customers’ account managers), providing clear and consistent communication regarding timelines, specifications, and delivery expectations. They oversee shipping schedules and logistics to guarantee on-time delivery, proactively identifying and resolving any production or distribution issues while communicating clear resolution plans to stakeholders.

This is a high-impact role for someone who thrives at the intersection of operations, customer communication, and production excellence.

Roles And Responsibilities

• Print Product Ownership
  • Lead the print strategy, vision, roadmap, and P&L
  • Oversee forecasting, budgeting, and margin targets for the print line
  • Identify growth opportunities and product expansions
  • Lead end-to-end print product development lifecycle (concept, design, editorial, composite, production, launch, iteration)
• Internal Print Coordination
  • Develop and maintain detailed production schedules for print projects and proactively manage risks or delays
  • Manage content, design and proof review cycles to ensure timely approvals while maintaining version control and documentation across print assets
  • Communicate production status updates to internal stakeholders
  • Coordinate and monitor print runs as needed
  • Ensure final products meet quality, brand, and instructional standards
  • Track production costs and support budget reconciliation
  • Manage relationship with print and ship vendor, including issue resolution and contract negotiations
• Customer-facing Operations
  • Serve as a primary point of contact for customers regarding our print products (in coordination with customers’ account managers), including production timelines, specifications, and delivery expectations
  • Ensure alignment between customer requirements and production capabilities
  • Oversee shipping schedules and logistics to ensure on-time delivery to customers
  • Proactively address production or delivery issues and communicate resolution plans

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree required
• 3 - 5+ years of experience in print production or a similar role highly preferred
• Strong understanding of print workflows and specifications
• Experience successfully managing customer communications and delivery timelines
• Familiarity with shipping/logistics coordination
• Proficiency in project management tools
• Strong organizational, communication, and stakeholder management skills
• Excellent time-management skills

Physical & Additional Requirements

This role involves prolonged periods in a stationary position at a desk and working on a computer.

Salary & Benefits

Salary: $80,000 - $100,000

At CommonLit, we are committed to fostering a supportive and inclusive company culture that values work-life balance and adapts to life’s changes. We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support our employees’ health, well-being, and financial security:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• HSA and FSA Plans, including Medical FSA, Limited FSA, and Dependent Care FSA options
• Company-sponsored basic life insurance, with additional options for supplemental life insurance
• Legal insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with a 4% safe harbor employer match
• Access to exclusive discounts, including pet insurance, hotel booking discounts, and more
• Remote work support, including a home office set-up stipend

Generous Time Off, Including:

• 16 paid holidays annually
• Paid time off accruals and sick leave
• Paid family leave, including caregiver leave, medical leave, and 12 weeks of paid parental leave
• 2 floating holidays
• Volunteer and school visitation leave
• Jury duty leave
• Bereavement and compassionate leave
• Blood, bone marrow, and organ donation leave
• Flexible work options
• Low-stress weeks around Thanksgiving and in late December

As a Remote-first Organization, CommonLit Has Team Members In Nearly 30 States And Washington, D.C. We Strive To Create a Collaborative And Engaging Workplace Through Various Connection Opportunities:

• Monthly remote activities, such as dumpling-making, yoga, and virtual escape rooms
• Monthly "CoffeeLit" sessions for connecting with colleagues
• Learning and development opportunities for teams and individuals

Key skills/competency

• Print Production
• Project Management
• Vendor Management
• Customer Communication
• Logistics Coordination
• Budgeting
• Quality Assurance
• Scheduling
• Risk Mitigation
• Product Development Lifecycle