Production Manager (Mondo Collectibles)
Description
Funko Overview
Welcome to the Funko-verse, a world built on pure imagination, a land governed by the philosophy that stories matter, a universe comprised of characters from countless fandoms, a galaxy of once upon a times and happily ever afters.
But what does Funko do?
Funko is a purveyor of pop culture and licensed-focused collectibles company. Funko currently holds thousands of lenses and the rights to create tens of thousands of characters – one of the largest portfolios in the pop culture and collectibles industry. Funko’s Pop! Vinyl is the number one stylized vinyl collectible on the market, selling millions of figures to fans around the world.
Mondo is a pop culture brand, built for collectors. We work with incredible artists who share our passions to create collectibles, posters, soundtracks, and more – products that share a rare, unexpectedly vivid, and timeless quality. Originally founded in Austin, TX, the Mondo team now collaborates across the country, with an office in Burbank.
As the Production Manager for Collectibles, you will be a key member of the Mondo Collectibles Team producing high end collectibles such as 1/6 scale articulated figures, soft vinyl, and other figures. You will be responsible for managing the development of all Mondo Collectibles products, from design to prototyping, pricing, costing, development, and delivery to customers. You will support and partner with a team of experts in all these areas as you drive product development, budget, product costing, project schedule and quality of results.
What You’ll Do
- Lead selection, on-boarding and on-going management of all factories utilized for Mondo Collectibles, ensuring that we are maximizing quality, schedule and budget, along with social and environmental compliance.
- Get quotes for all Collectibles orders and re-orders, managing total product cost to ensure profitability, including volume expectations over time, the amortization of tooling and product costs itself.
- Work with internal team to ensure POs are issued on time and are up to date with any changes, proofing the POs to confirm all details match product specifications.
- Manage production schedules to ensure that promised x-factory commitments and quality delivery standards are met; change factories when necessary if there are unacceptable delays or QC issues.
- Work with category lead to maintain and update the 18 -24 month look ahead for Collectibles line list.
- Lead interaction with Funko compliance team to ensure that Mondo Collectibles stay ahead of global changes in compliance environment.
- Manage sample availability for product photography and for pre-launch marketing efforts.
- Work with production and creative team to perform detailed factory sample reviews at every stage of production and provide photography of samples for licensing approvals.
- Work with creative and production team to manage overseas QC inspectors.
What You’ll Bring
- Passion for pop culture.
- Minimum of 3 years of experience in high end collectibles product development.
- Background in the design and production of high-end collectible product is essential.
- Proficiency with advanced features of Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint.
- Experience with project management and accounting software desirable, including FilemakerPro, Wrike, BaseCamp, Asana, and/or NAV.
- Experience working directly with factories in Far East.
- Experience administrating contracts and agreements desired.
- Background in a creative environment and/or previous work with artists desirable.
- Unparalleled organizational skills and unwavering attention to detail.
- Clear, concise communication skills and excellent interpersonal skills.
- Possess an entrepreneurial and generative spirit.
- Thrives in autonomous environments - self motivator.
- Strong deductive reasoning and attention to detail.
- Ability to work proactively, independently and reliably on multiple projects under tight timeframes in a fast-paced production environment.
- Highly collaborative with the ability to be fluid and respond positively to change and new ideas.
- Ability to pivot quickly and be resourceful, think practically
Salary Information
The base salary range for this position in the selected city is $73,600 - $92,000 annually. Compensation may vary outside of this range depending on a number of factors, including a candidate’s qualifications, skills, competencies and experience, and location. Base pay is one part of the Total Package that is provided to compensate and recognize employees for their work, and this role may be eligible for additional discretionary bonuses/incentives, and restricted stock units.
Please note this role requires 4 days onsite in our Burbank, CA office or San Diego, CA office.
What Funko Offers
Funko offers a competitive compensation package with full benefits and a 401(K) plan with matching contributions from the company. Most importantly, we offer a creative work environment with people who love pop culture just as much as you do. Can’t wait to gush about your latest binge? Neither can we! Looking for a place where your favorite pop culture t-shirt will receive the compliments it deserves? We know how you feel!
Funko is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations and ordinances.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.