We are looking for a skilled Marketing Manager to lead marketing activities in Japan for a top company in the Food & Beverage industry.
This important role involves guiding the marketing team to meet business goals and drive growth in the Japanese market. The position offers significant responsibility and a clear path to becoming a Marketing Director.
Key Responsibilities:
- Create and execute marketing strategies that align with company objectives.
- Set goals and performance targets for the marketing team, improving coordination in brand management, public relations, and support.
- Lead and mentor a team of seven, including brand managers, a PR manager/designer, and an assistant. Conduct performance reviews and provide growth opportunities.
- Manage the marketing budget and assess the success of marketing activities. Present performance insights and ROI analysis to senior management.
- Work with sales and operations to enhance brand development and marketing reviews, while maintaining relationships with external partners.
- Translate for the Managing Director during key meetings.
- Lead digital marketing efforts, encourage innovative marketing approaches, and stay updated on new marketing technologies and trends.
- Monitor trends and competitor activities in the Japanese wine market, identify growth opportunities, and guide market research to inform strategy.
Candidate Profile:
- Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Business Administration, or a related field.
- 5-7 years of experience in marketing or sales, ideally in the wine or luxury goods sector, with at least 3 years in a managerial role.
- Proven success in the Japanese market with international experience.
- Native-level Japanese and business-level English skills.
- Strong knowledge of Japanese wine market trends and a passion for wine culture; JSA or WSET certification is a plus.
- Excellent communication and leadership skills, strategic thinking, and project management abilities.
- Experience managing budgets and analyzing marketing ROI, with strong networking and creative marketing skills.