The Planning Director is responsible for delivering high-quality 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 media plan recommendations grounded in a deep understanding of the client's category and business objectives.
This senior leadership role requires managing trusted relationships with clients while leading integrated planning efforts and developing high-performing teams.
WPP fosters a culture of creativity and belonging with a hybrid work approach requiring teams in the office around four days a week.
Matching Summary
The Planning Director is responsible for delivering high-quality 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 strategic planning capabilities
Nice-to-have
Local Japanese media landscape expertise
Experience with WPP AI planning tools
Ability to influence senior client stakeholders
Strong commercial acumen and profitability focus
Key Requirements
10+ years experience in media planning
3+ years in senior leadership overseeing teams
Business Japanese and English communication skills
Solid understanding of the Japanese media landscape