Vml & Ogilvy | Strategy Director / Senior Strategist, Japan

WPP

Tokyo, Japan
On-site
8-12 years strategy experience
Fmcg brand strategy expertise
Integrated communications design
This role leads the building of brand platforms and creative strategies for ambitious multinational and Japan-headquartered global brands in the FMCG category

Job Summary

  • This role leads the building of brand platforms and creative strategies for ambitious multinational and Japan-headquartered global brands in the FMCG category.
  • The successful candidate will translate complex business challenges into sharp strategic opportunities that unlock human truths and drive cultural relevance.
  • You will act as a trusted partner to senior client stakeholders while mentoring internal teams to raise the bar for agency strategic rigor.

Matching Summary

This role leads the building of brand platforms and creative strategies for ambitious multinational and Japan-headquartered global brands in the FMCG category.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 8-12 years strategy experience
  • FMCG brand strategy expertise
  • Integrated communications design
  • Senior client relationship management
  • Creative brief development

Nice-to-have

  • Mentoring junior strategists
  • Cross-cultural market insight
  • Pitch leadership experience
  • Data-driven storytelling skills

Key Requirements

  • 8-12+ years in strategy or planning
  • Proven track record with FMCG brands
  • Experience with multinational clients
  • Leadership in high-stakes pitches

Work Rights

Not specified

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