Technical Production Manager

About the role

The Technical Production Manager will provide technical consulting for retail and window display campaigns, ensuring the feasibility of designs and developing production-ready solutions. This role involves sourcing materials, managing relationships with specialized suppliers, and overseeing the prototyping process to ensure quality and cost-efficiency. The position focuses on optimizing manufacturing processes and negotiating conditions to support high-end retail projects.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical advice to project management regarding customer inquiries for window campaigns.
• Review technical drawings for feasibility and develop production-ready detail solutions.
• Research materials and sustainable alternatives for high-quality campaigns.
• Manage communication with specialized craft businesses and internal production teams.
• Obtain comparative offers and evaluate prototypes for quality and fit.
• Calculate manufacturing costs and identify potential savings in production processes.
• Negotiate terms and conditions with suppliers.

Required skills

• Project Management
• Technical Sourcing
• Supplier Management
• Material Science
• Cost Calculation
• German
• English

Qualifications

• Vocational training, Master craftsman, or Technician qualification in Wood Technology, Carpentry, Technical Product Design, or Advertising Technology
• Several years of professional experience in a technical environment

About the Company

LIGANOVA is a company that fosters a culture of inclusion and diversity, driven by the mission to create the best version of oneself. They focus on innovative solutions and sustainability through initiatives like the Green Campaign Cycle and maintain international offices in Stuttgart, Berlin, and Amsterdam.