I'm Yang Jiao, a versatile and detail-oriented project and brand environment specialist with over 6 years of experience in luxury retail. I excel at managing end-to-end store design operations, including new openings, renovations, vendor management, and delivering impactful brand storytelling in physical spaces. I have a proven track record in executing brand storytelling through retail environments, optimizing creative workflows, and collaborating cross-functionally across global teams. Fluent in English and Mandarin, I bring strong cross-cultural communication and a passion for delivering memorable consumer experiences.

Yang Jiao

I'm Yang Jiao, a versatile and detail-oriented project and brand environment specialist with over 6 years of experience in luxury retail. I excel at managing end-to-end store design operations, including new openings, renovations, vendor management, and delivering impactful brand storytelling in physical spaces. I have a proven track record in executing brand storytelling through retail environments, optimizing creative workflows, and collaborating cross-functionally across global teams. Fluent in English and Mandarin, I bring strong cross-cultural communication and a passion for delivering memorable consumer experiences.

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I’m Yang Jiao, a versatile and detail-oriented project and brand environment specialist with over 6 years of experience in luxury retail. I excel at managing end-to-end store design operations, including new openings, renovations, vendor management, and delivering impactful brand storytelling in physical spaces.

I have a proven track record in executing brand storytelling through retail environments, optimizing creative workflows, and collaborating cross-functionally across global teams. Fluent in English and Mandarin, I bring strong cross-cultural communication and a passion for delivering memorable consumer experiences.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Marketing & Brand Specialist at Flattered AB
August 1, 2025 - August 1, 2025
Collaborated with the Sales team to execute go-to-market strategies and seasonal campaigns in the China market. Created localized marketing content for WeChat, Weibo, RED and Instagram—planning, scheduling, and analyzing engagement to drive customer interaction and community growth. Contributed to market analysis and reporting using Excel and analytics tools to evaluate campaign ROI, content performance, and consumer insights. Assisted in event coordination and PR activities, including product launches and seasonal showroom presentations for buyers and dealers. Managed KOL collaborations and influencer seeding, coordinating over 120 creators to strengthen brand visibility and UGC performance.
Store Project Assistant Manager at Gucci (China) Trading Ltd., Shanghai
July 1, 2022 - July 1, 2022
Led 12+ retail projects (new openings, renovations, pop-ups) across Greater China, ensuring alignment with global design and retail guidelines. Created and tracked master project schedules in collaboration with cross-functional teams (Retail, VM, Construction). Managed store layout design execution and vendor coordination to ensure quality delivery and cost control. Conducted risk assessments and implemented process improvements for store rollouts. Led supplier selection, tendering, and contract negotiations with both local and international vendors.
Project Manager at Cosmo Construction (Shanghai) Limited Co.
February 1, 2022 - February 1, 2022
Oversaw complete lifecycle of luxury retail projects (BVLGARI/PANDORA/CALZEDONIA), from visual concept to final execution. Liaised with brand design teams and construction teams to optimize space planning and customer experience. Supervised visual merchandising installations, vendor coordination, and on-site progress.
Project Assistant at Basis Form Design Inc., Shanghai
February 1, 2021 - February 1, 2021
Coordinated store opening visual merchandising for luxury watch brands (IWC, Roger Dubuis). Edited and translated visual guidelines and construction drawings to support communication between designers and subcontractors. Ensured brand integrity and consistency during execution phases.

Education

Master’s Degree in Project Management at University of Reading, UK
September 1, 2017 - December 1, 2018
Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management at Three Georges University of Science and Technology, China
September 1, 2013 - July 1, 2017

Qualifications

AutoCAD Certification
January 1, 2018 - November 25, 2025

Industry Experience

Retail, Real Estate & Construction, Professional Services, Media & Entertainment