Media Planning Lead - FMCG

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.

• 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