New Product Development Specialist / Marketing Strategy Officer (Tokyo)

Job Description

New Product Development Specialist / Marketing Strategy Officer

Location: Tokyo, Japan
Managed by: Cornerstone Recruitment Japan K.K.
Company: Confidential (Company name not publicly visible)
Posted on: November 19, 2025
Employment Type: Full-Time

Job Description

The New Product Development Specialist / Marketing Strategy Officer analyzes consumer needs, customer expectations, and market competition to guide new product development and strategic planning. Ensures effective portfolio and lifecycle management across segments, channels, and audiences.

Key Responsibilities:

• Establish business intelligence functions to gather and interpret market and competitive data
• Generate insights to support strategic initiatives and new product planning
• Partner with the Activation team to execute product launches, including timelines, merchandising, promotional campaigns, advertising, product training, marketing materials, catalogs, and trade promotions
• Monitor product line performance, assess actual sales and profit outcomes, and implement corrective strategies
• Support overall business strategies and strategic planning

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience
• Minimum 2 years of experience in product development
• Preferred background in marketing, activation, or consumer research
• Proficient in sales operating systems such as SAP or similar platforms
• Opportunity to join a leading global consumer goods company with a strong portfolio of renowned brands

Language Proficiency:

• English: Business conversation level (TOEIC 735–860)
• Japanese: Native level

Working Hours

• Full-time (details to be provided during interview)

Compensation

• Salary depends on experience