About the job
Our client is a distinguished family-owned Japanese enterprise boasting over 200 years of excellence. With two primary divisions dedicated to human food and pet food, the company has firmly established itself as a frontrunner in Japan's pet food market, leading in both quality and sales. Renowned for its extensive product catalog, the company features an iconic offering that has transformed the industry landscape.
In recent years, the company has experienced significant growth, achieving the status of the No.1 pet food brand in Japan, while actively expanding its reach internationally to enhance the lives of pets and their owners around the globe.
Objective/Purpose:
- The primary objective of this role is to cultivate and sustain long-term relationships with retail partners across the region while ensuring consistent quality across all locations.
- Coordinate various marketing initiatives, conduct market research, and manage brand and intellectual property effectively. This position plays a crucial role in achieving strategic goals through:
- Planning and executing brand and communication strategies.
- Overseeing the production and distribution of communication and brand materials.
- Leading the team and assessing performance; and,
- Actively participating in brand and communication activities as required.
Principal Roles and Responsibilities:
- Analyzing retail sales data and reporting findings.
- Executing and analyzing consumer and market research projects.
- Reviewing sales forecasts.
- Coordinating meetings and sample arrangements.
- Participating in industry-related expositions.
- Preparing comprehensive long-term brand plans and marketing presentations.
- Collaborating with Headquarters on marketing plan development and execution.
- Maintaining accurate financial records and submitting sales reports in line with Headquarters timelines.
- Regularly evaluating market and consumer trends.
- Enhancing customer service standards.
- Providing training and development opportunities for staff.
- Fostering regular communication with clients.
- Ensuring quality consistency throughout the region.
- Maximizing sales and profitability in assigned territories.
- Setting and achieving sales targets for individual locations.

