Position Purpose

Responsible for the entire process from taking and editing of digital photography, to visualize, design and output to promotional print media such store circulars, POP materials and in-store signage to support store sales. Assist the Design Manager and execute creative concept and design of promotional, awareness building and maintained brand consistency across all designs and messages to evangelize the AutoZone's key attributes and services. Proofread all materials to ensure they are letter-perfect and mistake-free. Manages the production and distribution process delivery in a timely manner from printing to stores. Responsible for managing the reverse auction process to ensure the best printing value, meet budget guidelines and source new partners.

Primary Accountabilities

• Create, design and produce promotional printed media advertising material such as store circulars, POP materials, in-store signage, identity designed and brochures working cross functionally with design, creative and merchandising to ensure optimal design solutions for our customers.

• Supervise and execute the production and delivery process from print shop (third party) to stores of all campaigns including QA testing, printer schedules, delivery schedules, negotiate to meet budget guidelines and maintain vendor relations.

• Responsible for monitoring store incidents to ensure that each one has the material it needs on time.

• Design proposals for initiatives or projects from various internal and external areas, including inaugurations, exhibitions, events, and BTL activities.

• Responsible for circular delivery process via third party, purchase orders, closing invoices and delivery tracking of established objectives within budgetary and scheduled guidelines.

• Liaises to creative and design team to takes and edit digital photography to advertise products and AutoZone's services.

Education & Experience

Level of Formal Education: A Bachelor's degree (BA, BS) or equivalent.

Area of Study: Graphic Design, Industrial Design or similar.

Years of Experience: Three to five years.

Type of Experience: Retail advertising experience prefered.

Special Certifications or Technical Skills: "Able to generate new & unique design concepts within branding boundaries.

Ability to multi-task, plan, and prioritize multiple projects & tight deadlines.

Must be flexible enough to adapt to changes and deal with frequent change, delays or unexpected events.

Strong portfolio that demonstrates a sharp eye for design.

Able to work effectively as part of a team.

Proven Advance experience with Adobe Web Creative Suite design tools (Required: Photoshop, Illustrator, Indesign).

Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel

Resolved conflicts and provided solutions in a professional manner to the satisfaction of clients

Other/Preferred: Superior communication, interpersonal, creative and organizational skills.

English proficiency. Advanced knowledge of prepress/printing and digital photography.