Wpp Media | Media Planning Director

WPP

Tokyo, Japan
On-site
10+ years media planning experience
3+ years senior leadership role
Japanese and english communication skills
The Planning Director is responsible for delivering high-quality, consistent media plan recommendations grounded in a deep understanding of the client's category and business objectives

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 and business objectives.
  • This senior leadership role requires managing senior client relationships, leading integrated planning efforts, and developing high-performing teams within a hybrid work culture.
  • Candidates must demonstrate strong commercial acumen to monitor performance issues proactively while championing the adoption of advanced planning and AI tools.

Matching Summary

The Planning Director is responsible for delivering high-quality, consistent media plan recommendations grounded in a deep understanding of the client's category and business objectives.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 10+ years media planning experience
  • 3+ years senior leadership role
  • Japanese and English communication skills
  • Full-funnel media strategy across TV OOH digital
  • Data-driven audience insight analysis

Nice-to-have

  • Strong understanding of Japanese media landscape
  • Experience with WPP AI planning tools
  • Ability to influence senior client stakeholders
  • Hybrid work environment adaptability
  • Global team collaboration experience

Key Requirements

  • 10+ years in media planning
  • 3+ years in senior leadership
  • Business Japanese and English fluency
  • Proven ability to manage senior stakeholders

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