Marketing Director

Marketing Director

Hybrid | Based in Tokyo

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About the job

The APAC Marketing team is looking for a Marketing Director based in Japan to lead our growth strategy in one of our most strategic markets.

In this role, you will translate global and regional industry priorities into market-relevant, high-impact marketing strategies, driving demand generation, pipeline growth, revenue acceleration, and strategic account engagement. You will lead and inspire a diverse team of marketers at the forefront of Data & AI innovation, shaping how we connect with customers and bring our solutions to market in Japan.

As a Marketing Director, you will:

• Direct the development of company marketing programs and services for key industries focusing on Japan and other markets within APAC region.
• Lead and execute integrated, high-impact marketing strategy aligned to business growth objectives for key industry sectors, with a focus on elevating brand reputation, driving revenue growth and strengthening relationships with customers and partners.
• Identify marketing opportunities through market research, customer feedback, analytics and best practices
• Responsible for leadership in one or more of the following marketing functions: Go-To-Market Marketing, Digital, Analyst Relations, Market Research, Product Marketing, Pricing, Campaign and Events, Customer References, Marketing Contact Center, Social Media, or Corporate Creative
• Partner cross-functionally with Sales, Customer Advisory, Customer Success, Consulting, HR etc. and global marketing teams.
• Build and manage strategic relationships with agencies, partners, and vendors
• Create shared visions and detailed plans with key stakeholders on how to maximize a given marketing function
• Lead, inspire, and develop a high-performing marketing team
• Oversee budget planning, resource allocation, and delivery excellence across all programmes
• Ensure all applicable security policies and processes are followed to support the organization's secure software development goals.
• Embrace curiosity, passion, authenticity and accountability. These are our values and influence everything we do.

Required qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in integrated B2B Marketing, preferably in the software or technology industry, including 5+ years of leadership experience with a track record of building and leading high-performing teams.
• Strong people and business leadership skills with a focus on collaboration and building value-based business partnerships across functions and regional/global stakeholders.
• Hands-on experience from strategy through execution of digital-driven integrated marketing mix, blending online and offline activities into a dynamic revenue-focused set of programs, combined with sound knowledge of integrated marketing and digital marketing principles.
• In-depth understanding of enterprise buying cycle and influencing factors, B2B sales techniques, channels, business partner relationship development strategies, and/or knowledge of a specific industry, market, technology, or relevant business initiative.
• Commercial savvy with the ability to connect marketing programs to revenue and business outcomes
• Experience collaborating effectively within a global, matrixed organisation and influencing across functions and levels.
• Business-level fluency in Japanese and English, with strong communication and presentation skills, including public speaking (preferred).
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, or a related field
• Equivalent combination of related education, training and experience may be considered in place of the above qualifications.

Benefits highlights

• Cafeteria-style benefits plan with annual points allocation
• 7-hour standard workday
• Flexible working hours plus a Work@Anywhere policy
• Long-term, employment-oriented retirement benefits, including an optional Defined Contribution Pension Plan
• Company-supported clubs & communities (sports, theatre, international groups, and more)
• In-office perks — free massage chairs and complimentary drinks
• Training & development programs, including English language learning
• Extra time off — vacation leave, birthday leave, and paid annual leave

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