Design Project Manager (Retail)

TL;DR

Design Project Manager (Retail): Providing design support and managing creative/adaptation work requirements with an accent on ensuring precise briefings, minimizing rework, and meeting client expectations and budgets. Focus on managing timelines, resource tracking, and facilitating smooth project execution.

Location: Hybrid, based in Shanghai, China

Company

hirify.global is a company focused on in-store marketing, point of sale, and O2O initiatives, seeking a Design Project Manager to oversee creative projects.

What you will do

• Provide design support and take briefs for creative or adaptation work.
• Consolidate client briefings and ensure accurate interpretation by the creative team.
• Manage timelines and track resources to ensure smooth project execution.
• Arrange internal briefings, creative reviews, and closely follow up on creative deliverables.
• Book design jobs in the system, prepare job briefs, estimations, and status reports.
• Support new business pitches and organic growth initiatives.

Requirements

• Location: Hybrid, based in Shanghai, China
• College degree in graphic design or marketing.
• 3-5+ years of experience in agency account servicing, creative services, or design.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Visio) or other process management tools.
• Ability to effectively prioritize workload and exercise time management skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Self-motivated, mature, and confident to manage projects independently.
• Team player with readiness for working overtime when required.

Nice to have

• Knowledge in In-Store Marketing implementation, Point of Sale, or O2O.
• Basic Photoshop and Illustrator skills or knowledge.

Culture & Benefits

• Work in a team-oriented environment.
• Opportunity to manage projects independently.
• Focus on meeting client expectations and budget.
• Potential for new business and organic growth support.
• Requirement for occasional overtime when needed to meet client deadlines.