Design Manager Resume Examples and Templates

Project and Design Manager

• Contributed to the development and design of tools for hospitals at Synthes in NJ.
• Designed and developed plate bending and forming machines for various industries in NJ.
• Created power transmission systems for industrial applications in NJ.
• Assisted engineering staff in the design and development of systems and components.
• Collaborated with fabrication managers to ensure cost effectiveness and manufacturability of designs.
• Produced design sketches and drawings in accordance with applicable standards.
• Incorporated welding symbols and tolerances into design drawings.
• Conducted structural analyses, prototype tests, and operations procedures using computer-aided engineering (CAE) and appropriate software.
• Reviewed and verified design drawings and technical documentation to ensure correctness and accuracy.

Product Design Manager

• Managed and contributed to global New Product Development (NPD) projects, ensuring alignment with business plans and roadmap.
• Oversaw the entire NPD process from concept brief to launch, meeting targets in functionality, aesthetics, and costings through effective negotiation with suppliers and factories.
• Implemented efficient departmental standards and procedures, ensuring smooth project execution.
• Coordinated and monitored external resources, internal designers, suppliers, and vendors, utilizing a cloud-based project management system.
• Established systems for efficiency, profitability, and job flow monitoring.
• Facilitated smooth product handover and introduction to marketing and sales teams, defining key marketing communication objectives and Unique Selling Points (USPs).
• Developed market-ready NPD ideas by analyzing product requirements, conducting return on investment analysis, and establishing time schedules with design, engineering, and manufacturing teams.
• Mentored the product team, providing knowledge and commercial guidance for personal development.
• Supported the Head of Product Development in managing global supplier relationships, establishing solid foundations for future business production.

Design Manager

• Led the Mechatronic Design, R&D, System Design, and Engineering functions for Horizon's Automated Guide Vehicle (AGV) Division.
• Managed a team of 7 engineers, overseeing team operations, stakeholder coordination, and budgeting.
• Designed and engineered standard or custom Automated Guided Vehicles, ensuring optimal functionality and performance.
• Conducted R&D activities to develop a new AGV model, resulting in significant orders of 23 units within the first year.
• Implemented a project to standardize the product range, enhancing quality and reducing design costs per project.
• Conducted R&D for new and customized functionality tailored to specific client applications.
• Ensured safety design through risk assessment, safety PLC programming, and validation.
• Developed, standardized, and maintained PLC and AGV software codebases for efficient operations.

Digital Design Manager

• Manages the creation, design, and production of graphic art, visual materials, imagery, multimedia elements, videos, and infographics for the marketing department, sales, and various marketing channels.
• Utilizes these assets for web pages, social media platforms, presentations, and email marketing campaigns for multiple brands.
• Converts mock-ups, wireframes, sketches, and ideas into functional web pages using HTML, CSS, and Javascript.

Store & Design Manager

• Manages store operations, ensuring smooth and efficient functioning of the store.
• Maintains relationships with high-net-worth individuals (HNIs) to foster customer loyalty and drive sales.
• Leads a team of 8 people, providing guidance and support to maximize their performance.
• Works towards achieving quarterly sales targets and implementing strategies to boost customer satisfaction and retention.
• Handles inventory planning and assortment to ensure a well-stocked store.
• Plans and executes events to promote the store and attract customers.
• Provides timely reports to management regarding store performance and key metrics.
• Takes care of window displays and store presentations to create an appealing shopping environment.
• Travels to new store setups, displays, and styling activities to ensure consistent branding and visual merchandising.
• Manages and adheres to the allocated budget for store operations.

Design Manager

• Takes on a senior role within the Design team, providing leadership and mentoring to team members.
• Manages the coordination and delivery of projects, ensuring they meet time, quality, and budgetary targets while exceeding client expectations.
• Maintains awareness of the financial status of projects and identifies resource and plant requirements.
• Builds and maintains relationships with clients and contractors, ensuring effective communication and collaboration.
• Ensures all designs are coordinated, documented, and meet contractual requirements.
• Conducts thorough checks of project deliverables, including drawings, reports, and quality assurance documentation.
• Specializes in structural design for piles, shoring systems, foundations, vertical analysis, and concrete/steel elements.

Assistant Design Manager

• Performs design checks to identify and propose solutions for various design issues, such as pavement, drainage, concrete structures, and apron services.
• Coordinates utilities between different design disciplines, ensuring effective integration of electrical, mechanical, drainage systems, and other airport utilities.
• Prepares quantity take-offs and pricing for newly acquired contracts.
• Manages the production of shop drawings for construction projects and provides technical support and design guidance to the construction team.
• Handles the production of material submittals and manages the material procurement schedule.

Design Manager

• Oversees and guides the team, ensuring they prioritize tasks effectively and maintain motivation.
• Ensures that the team consistently delivers high-quality output and pushes for innovation within the Digital team.
• Provides creative direction to all members of the design team and promotes the team's presence within the organization.
• Takes the lead in producing deliverables that meet deadlines, align with business requirements, and adhere to the provided brief.
• Leads design decisions and develops guidelines for the entire business to follow.
• Oversees and nurtures less experienced designers, leading projects and providing guidance.
• Presents and defends design decisions to various stakeholders, from developers to executives.
• Drives the discipline forward by creating unique products, exploring new techniques, and applying design in innovative ways.
• Offers training to external team members and mentors design team members.
• Addresses and resolves complex problems across design, user experience (UX), and development.
• Collaborates with the UX and Design lead, channel experience, and service design teams to ensure adherence to Global Design Standards (GDS) and user-centered design methodologies.
• Keeps up with the latest thinking and methodologies in UX and design, incorporating them into the design process and user journeys.

Web Design Manager

• Successfully developed numerous websites and online projects for clients in Australia, meeting tight deadlines.
• Interacted directly with clients, either in person or via phone, to understand their requirements and deliver the desired products.
• Handled day-to-day problem-solving and customer service for developed projects, continuously improving existing web-based portals.
• Proficient in PHP, .Net, and design tools such as Adobe Photoshop, Dreamweaver, and CSS design tools.
• Ensured high design quality assurance throughout the website and software development process.
• Integrated the front-end and back-end of various retail stores located across Australia.
• Collaborated closely with a team of 10 developers, working remotely from India and Australia, while serving as a designer.

Network Design Manager

• Successfully developed new sales corridors, resulting in annual sales growth of more than 7% for own production entities.
• Designed and implemented international train concepts to enhance the efficiency of the Horizon Cargo Group Supply Chain.
• Conducted rolling planning and coordinated sales volumes across the entire organization.
• Improved the capacity utilization of Horizon Cargo Carrier transport corridors.
• Implemented benchmarking strategies and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to monitor and measure performance.

Curriculum Design Manager

• Collaborated with various groups to develop curriculum for internal and external early talent programs, ensuring diverse representation of instructors and alignment with learning outcomes and objectives.
• Managed curriculum creation and planning for external partnerships with Canadian universities and colleges, including a significant partnership with Western University, offering courses in areas such as Design Thinking, Ethics, AI, and Cloud Computing.
• Led the process of researching and evaluating external vendors for unique curriculum needs, resulting in partnerships with leading learning industry organizations and cost savings.
• Monitored workshop success metrics to ensure achievement of learning outcomes and objectives, and improved workshop satisfaction rates.
• Identified high-potential talent from external partnerships to strengthen the early talent pipeline, contributing to the achievement of conversion goals for external partnerships.

Automation Design Manager

• Provide leadership and guidance in mechanical design activities, overseeing technical teams and customer-facing personnel.
• Mentor and train new designers in team standards and procedures to ensure consistent results across global operations.
• Coordinate resources and schedules to meet targets and adhere to project deadlines.
• Forecast anticipated demands and develop plans to achieve objectives within allocated budgets.
• Enhance employee skills, increase team value, and foster leadership potential through coaching and development opportunities.
• Manage project timelines, meeting agendas, and next steps to drive progress in cross-functional initiatives.
• Engage with customers to assess their needs, define project requirements, and effectively communicate concepts and designs.