<p><strong>Company Profile</strong></p><p>A Japan‑based FMCG company responsible for the import, sales, distribution, and marketing of a globally recognized non‑alcoholic beverage brand.</p><p> </p><p><strong>The Role</strong></p><ul><li>The Purchasing Manager is responsible for managing indirect and operational procurement, ensuring cost efficiency, supplier quality, and compliance with global procurement policies. The role works closely with internal stakeholders (Marketing, Sales, Operations, Finance) and global teams to support business activities in a fast‑paced FMCG environment.</li></ul><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Your Skills </strong></p><ul><li>Manage purchasing activities for indirect spend (e.g. marketing services, promotional materials, events, logistics, office‑related categories)</li><li>Source, evaluate, and manage suppliers in line with global procurement standards</li><li>Negotiate contracts, pricing, and service levels to optimize cost and quality</li><li>Oversee purchase order processes and ensure compliance with internal controls</li><li>Collaborate with regional / global procurement teams on sourcing initiatives</li></ul><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Key Highlights of the Role </strong></p><ul><li>Experience in procurement / purchasing within FMCG or consumer‑driven industries</li><li>Strong negotiation and stakeholder management skills</li><li>Understanding of non‑manufacturing, import‑based business models</li><li>Ability to work in a matrixed, international organization</li><li>Business‑level Japanese and English</li></ul><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Location </strong></p><p>Tokyo</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Salary</strong></p><p>8 million yen</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p>Reference Number: 67040-0013408063</p><p> </p><p> </p><p><em>By clicking 'apply', you are deemed to have agreed to Robert Half Japan Privacy Notice (</em><a href="https://www.roberthalf.com/jp/en/privacy"><em>https://www.roberthalf.com/jp/en/privacy</em></a><em>). Please ensure that your application documents do not include sensitive personal data such as race, beliefs, medical history, criminal record, or other information irrelevant to hiring process such as spouse or dependents. All information must be accurate and truthful, and any included hyperlinks must be safe and secure.</em></p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/a2F6dWtvLm95YS4yNzU5MS4xMDg5OEByaGlqcC5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p><strong>Company Profile</strong></p><p>Our client is a well-established international financial services and risk intelligence organization with a strong global presence. With decades of expertise supporting corporate clients in managing credit risk and making informed commercial decisions, the company is now accelerating the growth of its fastest growing divisions in Japan - targeting 40% year-over-year growth this fiscal year.</p><p> </p><p>This is a rare opportunity to lead and scale a strategic business unit within a globally recognized yet entrepreneurial environment in a white space with lots of room to grow both personally and as a business.</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>The Role</strong></p><p>The Commercial Head in Japan will be responsible for driving revenue growth, defining and executing the go-to-market strategy, and building a high-performing commercial organization, currently a team of ca. 10 people.</p><p> </p><p>Reporting directly to the Country Manager and working closely with regional/global stakeholders, this role carries full ownership of the P&L and commercial strategy.</p><p> </p><ul><li>Develop and execute the strategy in Japan, aligning short-term execution with long-term growth objectives</li><li>Own and deliver the Japan BI revenue and profitability targets</li><li>Define and implement effective go-to-market plans and commercial tactics</li><li>Drive incremental revenue growth across new logo acquisition and existing client expansion</li><li>Manage, mentor, and scale the commercial team in Japan</li><li>Recruit, train, and develop talent to ensure sustained performance</li><li>Deliver accurate forecasting and performance reporting to local and regional leadership</li><li>Optimize operational and commercial processes</li><li>Build senior-level relationships with key industry stakeholders</li><li>Represent the organization at external events and industry forums</li><li>Monitor market trends, competitive landscape, and regulatory developments to inform strategy</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Your Skills </strong></p><ul><li>10-12+ years of B2B sales experience</li><li>Minimum 3-5 years in a sales leadership or commercial management role</li><li>Experience in developing and executing a GTM strategy, ideally from 0 → 1 or 1 → 10</li><li>Proven track record of owning and delivering revenue targets</li><li>Experience working in multinational and cross-cultural environments</li><li>Experience in financial services or fintech with knowledge of credit risk</li><li>Japanese (native); English (business level)</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Key Highlights of the Role </strong></p><ul><li>Full P&L ownership of a strategic business line in Japan</li><li>Ability to shape and execute go-to-market strategy at country level</li><li>You will have the opportunity to tap into an existing client base from a well-established business proposing these "new" solutions</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Location </strong></p><p>Tokyo</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Salary</strong></p><p>22 - 26 million yen</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p>Reference Number: 06940-0013385199</p><p> </p><p> </p><p><em>By clicking 'apply', you are deemed to have agreed to Robert Half Japan Privacy Notice (</em><a href="https://www.roberthalf.com/jp/en/privacy"><em>https://www.roberthalf.com/jp/en/privacy</em></a><em>). Please ensure that your application documents do not include sensitive personal data such as race, beliefs, medical history, criminal record, or other information irrelevant to hiring process such as spouse or dependents. All information must be accurate and truthful, and any included hyperlinks must be safe and secure.</em></p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/b3NrYXIudGFrZW5ha2EuMjQ5MzYuMTA4OThAcmhpanAuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
