Production Manager

About WPP Production

We are WPP Production - the unified global production company that brings together all of WPP's content producers, studios and craft experts into one connected organisation. We combine world-class human craft with next generation technology to originate, design, and deliver multi-channel content systems at scale. Built for borderless collaboration and powered by deep craft expertise, we are the production engine designed for today's always on, AI driven marketing world.

About WPP

WPP is the trusted growth partner for the world’s leading brands. We unite cutting-edge media intelligence and data solutions, world-class creativity, next-generation production, transformative enterprise solutions and expert strategic counsel in a single company – powered by exceptional talent and our agentic marketing platform, WPP Open, to help our clients navigate change, capture opportunity and deliver transformational growth. For more information, visit WPP.com.

A Hybrid working model

We believe the best work happens when we're together, fostering creativity, collaboration, and connection. That's why we’ve adopted a hybrid approach, with teams in the office around three days a week. If you require accommodations or flexibility, please discuss this with the hiring team during the interview process.

What does a Production Manager, QA do at WPP Production?

We are seeking an experienced Production Manager, QA to oversee all testing activities for websites, platforms, and other deliverables. The successful candidate will have an extensive background with quality assurance, team leadership, project management, and demonstrated ability to deliver high quality results with focus on user experience.

Key responsibilities:

• Develop testing strategies as well as be hands-on in leading your team through daily decision-making and high profile launches with constant changing timelines
• Work efficiently with cross-functional teams, understand project requirements, plan the team’s deliverables and communicate effectively
• Own functional areas, define testing strategies and create documentation while maintaining QA requirements
• Established pattern of building strong teams – attracting, hiring, motivating, and retaining the best engineers
• Strong knowledge of software development lifecycle, testing methodologies and QA processes
• Focus on continuous improvements including a good balance of appropriate testing tools, techniques and automation
• Oversee resource allotment, resource schedules and delivery milestones to ensure that team and deadlines are met
• Closely manage timelines and resources by understanding priorities and team members' strengths
• Strategically align and partner with development, product and UX teams building product knowledge enabling deeper testing collaboration
• Manage a team of QA resources focusing on automation and gray-box testing
• Be accountable for the test automation projects, mentor, and provide leadership to the QA automation developers
• Drive the testing, data gathering, and project reporting for your team
• Coordinate testing with other teams, review test plans and related documentation, monitor progress and get sign-offs at key milestones.
• Process data from multiple sources, draw meaningful conclusions, and present valuable recommendations to leadership
• Provide leadership, technical expertise, and career development for individual QA contributors

Requirements:

• 8+ years of direct people leadership and project management experience
• Strong leadership and mentoring skills with previous experience of leading a team
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to build strong relationships with key internal partners, skilled at influencing and communicating across cross-functional teams
• Experience in automation frameworks for web and mobile applications.
• Experience with web technologies like HTML, CSS, JavaScript
• Experience working with Git, SVN, CMS, and defect tracking systems
• Provide leadership, technical expertise, and career development for individual QA contributors
• Experience with testing methodologies and processes
• Must display great ability to organize and prioritize deliverables to balance speed during high profile product launches
• Ability to make key decisions and deliver results under extremely tight and stressful timelines
• Manage and provide estimates, scheduling, sourcing and oversight for all projects
• Participate in interviews, induction, training and performance evaluation of all QA members
• Bachelors in Computer Science or equivalent
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills

The base salary range for this position at the time of this posting is indicated below. Individual compensation varies based on job-related factors, including location, business needs, level of responsibility, experience, and qualifications. We offer a competitive benefits package; go to for more details.

Salary range: $158,000 - $175,750

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Why work here:
At WPP Production, you’ll help shape the future of content production at a truly global scale. We bring together world-class talent, cutting-edge studios, and advanced technology to solve some of the most complex creative and production challenges in the industry. You’ll work in a collaborative, borderless environment where craft excellence is valued, innovation is encouraged, and AI and next-generation tools are used to amplify not replace human creativity. With access to diverse projects, global career opportunities, and the backing of WPP’s unmatched network, this is a place where you can grow your skills, make real impact, and create work that performs for every audience, across every channel, at every moment.

Inclusion and Impact
WPP is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without discrimination or regard to particular characteristics. We are committed to fostering a culture of respect in which everyone feels they belong and has the same opportunities to progress in their careers.
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