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 FMCG brands across multinational and Japan-headquartered global accounts

Job Summary

  • This role leads the building of brand platforms and creative strategies for ambitious FMCG brands across multinational and Japan-headquartered global accounts.
  • The successful candidate will translate messy business challenges into sharp strategic opportunities that unlock human truths and inspire standout creative work.
  • You will act as a trusted partner to senior client stakeholders, shaping brand transformation and driving growth through holistic communication systems.

Matching Summary

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

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

  • Cultural trend mapping skills
  • Mentoring junior strategists
  • Global brand ecosystem thinking
  • Data-driven insight generation
  • Cross-functional collaboration

Key Requirements

  • 8-12+ years in strategy or planning
  • Experience with multinational clients
  • Proven track record in FMCG category

Work Rights

Not specified

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