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Product Manager – Consumer Goods
| Location | Tokyo - 23 Wards |
| Job Type | Permanent Full-time |
| Salary | Negotiable, based on experience |
Job Description
Product Manager – Consumer Goods
A well-established consumer products company is seeking a Product Manager to oversee the development and management of lifestyle-oriented product categories. This role will be responsible for driving product growth through market insights, product planning, supplier collaboration, and cross-functional coordination. The position offers the opportunity to influence product strategy while working closely with commercial and operational teams.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and execute product strategies for assigned consumer product categories
- Lead new product development initiatives in collaboration with external suppliers and internal stakeholders
- Manage supplier relationships, including pricing and commercial negotiations
- Partner with marketing teams on product positioning and go-to-market activities
- Monitor sales performance, demand forecasts, and inventory planning
- Ensure products meet applicable regulatory and quality requirements
- Analyze market trends, customer insights, and competitive activity to support business decisions
- Support product lifecycle management from concept through launch and ongoing optimization
- Coordinate with sales, operations, and supply chain teams to achieve business objectives
Qualifications
- Minimum 5 years of experience in product planning, product management, or product development within consumer goods or related industries
- Experience managing lifestyle, household, or consumer-oriented products
- Experience coordinating product design and development projects
- Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple initiatives
- Experience working with suppliers and negotiating commercial terms
- Knowledge of consumer market trends and product evaluation methodologies
- Understanding of relevant product regulations and compliance requirements in Japan
- Strong analytical skills with experience interpreting sales and market data
- Excellent collaboration and stakeholder management abilities
General Requirements
| Minimum Experience Level | Over 3 years |
| Career Level | Mid Career |
| Minimum English Level | Business Level |
| Minimum Japanese Level | Business Level |
| Minimum Education Level | Bachelor's Degree |
| Visa Status | Permission to work in Japan required |
Job Location
- Tokyo - 23 Wards
Work Conditions
| Job Type | Permanent Full-time |
| Salary | Negotiable, based on experience |
| Industry | Daily Necessities, Cosmetics |
