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Media Planning Lead - FMCG
| Location | Tokyo - 23 Wards |
| Job Type | Permanent Full-time |
| Salary | Negotiable, based on experience |
Job Description
Drive the sourcing strategy for marketing and sales services across Japan. Collaborate regionally to execute impactful procurement plans in a key consumer goods business.
Client Details
Join a global consumer goods company known for its iconic brands and commitment to excellence. With a collaborative and international work culture, this employer offers stability, strong ethical values, and continuous professional growth across regions and functions.
Description
- Execute annual sourcing strategy for Marketing & Sales services in Japan
- Manage $30M+ spend across multiple subcategories (media, creative, digital, etc.)
- Align local strategy with global/regional procurement initiatives
- Partner with local stakeholders and global sourcing communities
- Conduct negotiations, RFPs, and supplier performance management
- Benchmark and implement marketing procurement best practices
- Lead supplier innovation and risk management strategies
- Ensure governance, compliance, and continuous improvement
- Act as key contact for supplier and internal stakeholder relationships
Job Offer
- Competitive salary.
- Opportunities for career growth within the FMCG industry.
- A supportive and collaborative work culture in the Tokyo office.
- Challenging and impactful work in a recognized company.
- Potential for professional development and skill enhancement.
If you are ready to make a significant impact as a Commercial Manager Marketing and Sales, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity in Tokyo!
To apply online please click the 'Apply' button below. For a confidential discussion about this role please contact Yuliia Chentukova at +81368328662.
General Requirements
| Minimum Experience Level | No experience |
| Career Level | Mid Career |
| Minimum English Level | Fluent |
| Minimum Japanese Level | Fluent |
| Minimum Education Level | Bachelor's Degree |
| Visa Status | Permission to work in Japan required |
Required Skills
- Solid knowledge in digital media planning, media buying, media KPI analyses to ensure effectiveness and efficiency targets
- 10+ years of working experience in media agency or in-house media planning role for mid to high budget level brands, FMCG background preferred
- Skilled in supplier relationship and performance management
- Strong commercial and negotiation acumen
- Confident communicator, experienced with cross-functional teams
- Proficient in Japanese and English (business-level fluency required)
- Comfortable working in a matrixed, regional/global setup
Job Location
- Tokyo - 23 Wards
Work Conditions
| Job Type | Permanent Full-time |
| Salary | Negotiable, based on experience |
| Industry | Other (Advertising, PR, Media) |
Job Category
- Marketing and Product Development > Sales Promotion, Marketing Planning
