Graphic Designer

ABOUT US
tms unites technology, marketing, and sourcing to drive transformational change for the world's leading brands. With 1,200+ employees across 26 countries, we offer an impressive range of solutions - from inspiration and innovation to category management and delivery.
Operating as a creative agency, a strategic consultancy, a sourcing business, and a technology provider, we engage with over 110 million customers every single day for our clients, including Starbucks, T-Mobile, O2, McDonald's, and adidas.
Most importantly, we're a place where you can achieve great things, and be recognized as the best.
WHAT MATTERS THE MOST
Breakthrough, business-driving ideas come from extraordinary people with the freedom to be their most authentic selves at work. Authenticity and diversity are critical elements of our business. They can only be realized when we create access and equity for all. We foster a culture of inclusion and belonging and aspire to be ever-evolving.
tms is a place where brilliant people are better together. If you want your ideas to be heard and to contribute to a culture of inclusion and authenticity, bring us your voice! Visit us at tmsw.com .
WHY WE THINK YOU WILL LOVE THIS ROLE
Graphic Designer will sit within our Global Merchandise Services (GMS) team. GMS helps brands bring their fan communities products that unleash badge-wearing potential, so the people who love them most can love them even more.
Through reimagining products and merchandise, designing innovative industry-leading solutions, and developing in-demand products, we spark an emotion connection with customers and have a lasting impact on people, business, and the planet. We want you to be part of it!
POSITION OVERVIEW
We are looking for a graphic designer who can support GMS in presenting, promoting and selling products by creating excellent graphics, typography, packaging designs and product renderings etc. with design concept, mood board development. You will independently take charge of the overall thematic design for Starbucks Japan market- Merch category, and you will also need to collaborate with the product team to ensure project deadlines are met and to help the project successfully launch.
WHAT YOU WILL BRING TO THE ORGANIZATION
Graphic Design

• Understand Japanese market trends and consumer insights to capture design inspiration and create engaging storylines.
• Deliver and present designs effectively to clients, helping them understand the concepts while strengthening local cultural connections.
• Maintain a holistic view of creative activities, ensuring consistency and adherence to brand guidelines.
• Translate creative direction into product and communication solutions, with a focus on color trend research and application.
• Ensure design spec and colour sample accuracy.
• Foster cross-functional collaboration with the creative and PD teams to ensure alignment of all creative deliverables.

Program & Stakeholder Management

• Develop a comprehensive design schedule for each promotional window and manage every milestone to ensure on-time delivery.
• Through close communication with SBJ customer, understand their latest requirements and design ideas. Act as a communication bridge between customer and the product design center based in Shanghai office.

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE WE WOULD LIKE YOU TO HAVE

• Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design or equivalent related experience.
• 4~5 years experience in relevant area or industry.
• Fluent English and Japanese is a must.
• Understanding of global graphics and design trends, particularly in Japan market with its culture uniqueness.
• Solid word processing and computer database skills with knowledge of Adobe Photo Shop/Illustrator etc.
• Good interpersonal skills with the ability to effectively work with individuals and groups at all organization levels; ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to respond effectively and positively to sensitive inquiries or complaints.
• Ability to balance a complex workload and prioritize tasks under multi tasks situation; good time-management, organizational, problem-prevention and problem-solving skills.

And we'd love you to have...

• Strong communication skills both written and oral.
• Passionate about product creativity and design

Any of the following would be a plus

• 3D software skills such as Rihno, Solid Works, Key shot is a plus.
• Overseas design studying or working background is a plus
• Working experience with international brands is a plus.