Global Artwork Manager – Japanese or Mandarin

Gratitude Inc

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3-6 Year(s)

₱ 100 - ₱ 200K p.m

Manila, Cebu Central Visayas, Davao

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Job Description

Key Skills

Food Packaging FMCG - MARKETING

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Global Artwork Manager – Japanese or Mandarin

Location: Pasay or McKinley Hill, Taguig, Philippines
Experience: Minimum 3+ Years in FMCG Packaging Artwork / Graphics
Language Requirement: C2+ or Native Japanese or Mandarin
Work Setup: Hybrid / Onsite as required
Shift: Shifting Schedule
Salary: Open / Flexible, based on experience and evaluation
Employment Type: Full-time
Headcount: 1
Relocation: Open to expatriates and candidates willing to relocate

Job Overview

We are seeking an experienced Global Artwork Manager with strong expertise in FMCG/CPG packaging artwork, graphics, or structural design and native-level or C2+ proficiency in Japanese or Mandarin.

The successful candidate will manage the end-to-end packaging artwork lifecycle, from initial design development through artwork validation and final print production. This role will coordinate with Marketing, R&D, Design, Regulatory, external creative agencies, printing partners, and suppliers to ensure artwork accuracy, regulatory compliance, quality, and timely delivery.

Key Responsibilities

Artwork & Packaging Project Management

Manage end-to-end packaging artwork and graphics projects for consumer products.
Oversee projects from design inception and artwork development through final print production.
Coordinate artwork requirements, specifications, timelines, approvals, and deliverables.
Track project milestones, dependencies, and live deliverables using project management tools.
Ensure packaging artwork meets brand guidelines, technical specifications, and production requirements.

Cross-Functional & Stakeholder Management

Act as the primary point of contact between Marketing, R&D, Design, Regulatory, creative agencies, printers, and suppliers.
Coordinate feedback, revisions, approvals, and artwork sign-offs across stakeholders.
Facilitate clear communication and timely decision-making throughout the artwork lifecycle.
Manage competing priorities and ensure deliverables meet agreed timelines.

Artwork Quality & Compliance

Review artwork files for accuracy, completeness, print readiness, and adherence to specifications.
Ensure packaging graphics and content comply with applicable industry and regulatory requirements.
Coordinate with Regulatory and Quality teams to validate mandatory packaging information.
Identify artwork defects, inconsistencies, and production risks before final release.
Maintain appropriate artwork documentation, version control, and approval records.

Risk & Process Management

Identify production bottlenecks, project risks, and potential timeline delays.
Develop mitigation plans and escalate critical issues when required.
Monitor project progress and communicate risks and status updates to stakeholders.
Identify opportunities to improve artwork workflows, approval cycles, and print-production efficiency.

Required Skills & Qualifications

Native Japanese or Mandarin speaker, or C2+ proficiency in either language.
Minimum 3+ years of relevant experience in FMCG/CPG packaging artwork, graphics, or structural design.
Proven experience working directly with creative design teams and printing solutions.
Strong understanding of packaging artwork development and the print-production lifecycle.
Experience coordinating cross-functional teams and external vendors.
Knowledge of artwork specifications, file reviews, approval workflows, and packaging compliance.
Strong project management, organization, and time-management skills.
Excellent communication and stakeholder-management abilities.
Ability to identify risks, resolve issues, and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
Willingness to work in a hybrid/onsite arrangement in Pasay or McKinley Hill, Taguig.
Open to expatriate candidates and applicants willing to relocate to the Philippines.

Preferred Experience

Experience managing regional or global packaging artwork projects.
Familiarity with FMCG/CPG packaging processes, brand guidelines, and regulatory artwork requirements.
Experience with artwork management systems, project tracking tools, and creative approval workflows.
Exposure to packaging prepress, printing technologies, and production-quality checks.

Work Arrangement

Work Location: Pasay or McKinley Hill, Taguig, Philippines.
Work Setup: Hybrid, with onsite attendance as required.
Shift: Shifting schedule.
Salary: Flexible, depending on qualifications, relevant experience, and internal approval.
Relocation: Candidates willing to relocate may apply.

Pre-Screening Questions

Which languages do you speak?
What is your proficiency level in Japanese or Mandarin?
What is your nationality?
What city and country are you currently located in?
How many years of relevant professional experience do you have?
How many years of experience do you have in FMCG/CPG packaging artwork, graphics, or structural design?
What is your expected salary?
Are you amenable to the hybrid/onsite work arrangement in Pasay or McKinley Hill, Taguig?
What is your notice period?
Are you willing to relocate to the Philippines if required?

CV Submission Instructions

Submit the latest version of your CV, clearly highlighting:

Japanese or Mandarin proficiency and certification, if available.
FMCG/CPG packaging artwork, graphics, or structural design experience.
End-to-end artwork lifecycle and print-production project experience.
Cross-functional stakeholder and external vendor coordination.
Artwork quality checks, compliance, approvals, and project management.

Important: Prioritize candidates who meet the language requirement and have directly relevant FMCG/CPG packaging artwork experience.

Role

Database Architect/ Designer

Timings

Rotational Shifts (Permanent)

Industry

FMCG / Foods / Beverage

Work Mode

Hybrid

Process

Non-Voice

Functional Area

IT Software/Hardware

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