The Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) is a statutory body established in 1966 to promote, assist and develop Hong Kong's trade. With 51 offices globally, including 13 in the Chinese Mainland, the HKTDC promotes Hong Kong as a two-way global investment and business hub.
The HKTDC organises international exhibitions, conferences and business missions to create business opportunities for companies, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), in the mainland and international markets. The HKTDC also provides up-to-date market insights and product information via research reports and digital news channels.
As we celebrate our 60th anniversary in 2026 and begin a new three-year business cycle, our mission remains as strong as ever to help Hong Kong thrive in trade and businesses succeed in the ever-changing landscape.
Responsibilities:
Chinese Mainland
- Recruit potential participants and brands to join Online Design Gallery.
- Provide account servicing support to suppliers and coordinate with the Online Shop Operator in the following areas to ensure smooth daily operations: product selection, inventory control, POS, logistics, licensing requirements, accounting, year-round marketing campaigns and promotions, etc.
- Coordinate with the Online Shop Operator and or vendors on social-media promotion.
- Assist to produce product page layouts and visual content – from concept to production including product shooting, image enhancement, retouching, editing, that well illustrate the characteristics of the product.
- Support occasionally held pop-up promotions for both Online and Physical shops.
- Support Merchandising Team to coordinate with suppliers to provide and to upload product pictures, descriptions and specifications to the Online Shop.
- Coordinate with branch offices and suppliers on pop-up promotions including but not limit to budget planning, site selection, merchandises selection, booth design, on-site operation, online promotion, post-event report preparation, etc.
- Support Merchandising Manager to identify and recruit prospects to join window showcase & TV broadcast program to maximize revenue source.
- Perform other ad hoc duties and project-related assignments as directed by the supervisor.
Hong Kong and Overseas
- Support Merchandising Team to coordinate with suppliers to provide and to upload product pictures, descriptions and specifications to the Online Shop.
- Coordinate with branch offices and suppliers on pop-up promotions including but not limit to budget planning, site selection, merchandises selection, booth design, on-site operation, online promotion, post-event report preparation, etc.
- Support Merchandising Manager to identify and recruit prospects to join window showcase & TV broadcast program to maximize revenue source.
- Perform other ad hoc duties and project-related assignments as directed by the supervisor.
Requirements:
- Diploma holder or above
- Minimum 1-year working experience with prior experience in e-commerce/online shop operations/merchandise management would be an advantage.
- Proficient in using PC design software such as Photoshop, Illustrator, Dreamweaver would be an advantage.
- Organized, proactive and attentive to details.
- A team player with strong communication, interpersonal and customer-service skills.
- Good problem-solving and coordination skills, with the ability to priorities tasks and to meet deadlines.
- Willing to work over-time.
- Good command of spoken and written English and Chinese. Fluent in Putonghua.
Remuneration and Benefits:
Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. A competitive remuneration and benefits package, including annual leave, medical and dental benefits, will be offered.
Application Procedure:
Interested candidates are invited to complete the application form on our website. Those who do not hear from us within EIGHT WEEKS after the closing date may assume their applications were unsuccessful.
All information provided by applicants will be treated in strict confidence and used only for recruitment purposes. Applicants may be considered for other suitable positions within the Council. Their personal data will be destroyed six months after the selection is finalized.
Skills Required
- Diploma holder or above
- At least 1 year of working experience
- Prior experience in e-commerce, online shop operations, or merchandise management
- Proficiency with PC design software such as Photoshop, Illustrator, or Dreamweaver
- Organized, proactive, and attentive to detail
- Strong communication, interpersonal, and customer-service skills
- Good problem-solving and coordination skills
- Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines
- Willingness to work overtime
- Good spoken and written English and Chinese
- Fluency in Putonghua
What We Do
The Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) is a statutory body established in 1966 to promote, assist, and develop Hong Kong's trade. Its mission is to create opportunities for Hong Kong companies, especially small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), by promoting trade in goods and services globally. The HKTDC organizes international exhibitions, conferences, and business missions, providing market insights and sourcing platforms to connect businesses worldwide.
