Wpp Media | (em) Media Planning Director

WPP

Tokyo, Japan
Hybrid (4 days in-office)
Full-funnel media strategies
Data-driven recommendations
Senior client relationships
WPP is seeking a Media Planning Director in Tokyo, Japan, to lead media strategy development, manage senior client relationships, and cultivate high-performing teams. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in media planning, strong leadership skills, and proficiency in both Japanese and English

Job Summary

  • The Planning Director is responsible for delivering high-quality, consistent media plan recommendations grounded in a deep understanding of the client’s category, brand challenges, and business objectives.
  • As a senior leadership role, the Planning Director plays a critical part in managing senior client relationships, leading integrated planning efforts, and developing high-performing teams.
  • We are committed to fostering a culture of creativity, belonging and continuous learning, attracting and developing the brightest talent, and providing exciting career opportunities that help our people grow.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 85

WPP is seeking a Media Planning Director in Tokyo, Japan, to lead media strategy development, manage senior client relationships, and cultivate high-performing teams. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in media planning, strong leadership skills, and proficiency in both Japanese and English.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • full-funnel media strategies
  • data-driven recommendations
  • senior client relationships
  • integrated planning principles
  • Japanese media landscape

Nice-to-have

  • local cultural perspective
  • innovative thinking
  • continuous improvement
  • agentic marketing platform

Key Requirements

  • 10+ years media planning experience
  • 3+ years senior leadership
  • Business Japanese & English communication
  • Ability to influence senior clients
  • Strong analytical and strategic planning skills

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