Mockup Design Team Manager

About the role

This position leads a large‑scale 3D mockup production operation for a fast‑growing global commerce platform. Based in Portugal, you will manage three Design Team Leads and a total of thirteen 3D designers, aligning creative output with business and merchant goals.

Key responsibilities

• Lead the evolution of the 3D mockup production workflow, overseeing three Design Team Leads and thirteen designers.
• Identify bottlenecks and implement automation, AI tools, and process improvements to increase speed and quality.
• Translate customer feedback, e‑commerce trends, and usage data into high‑performing visual assets.
• Monitor production metrics and visual asset performance to drive efficiency, conversion, and lower reprint rates.
• Plan capacity, allocate resources, and prioritize high‑value initiatives.
• Foster collaboration across design, product, operations, and other cross‑functional teams.
• Coach and mentor Design Team Leads, promoting leadership, operational discipline, and merchant centricity.
• Establish a culture of continuous improvement, experimentation, and knowledge sharing.

Required profile

• Proven experience leading and developing technical, creative, or 3D design teams.
• Background in platform, SaaS, e‑commerce, or similarly scalable technology environments.
• Strong understanding of how creative and technical operations scale digital products.
• Demonstrated process‑optimization mindset with experience introducing workflow improvements.

Required skills