プロダクトマーケティングマネージャー/ Product Marketing Manager

A global professional tools manufacturer is looking for a Product Marketing Manager. The selected candidate will prioritise products for the Japan market, develop business plans, lead commercialisation, improve portfolio performance, and develop team capability. This is a hybrid setup role.

Responsibilities:

• Select products and set launch priorities based on customer insight, market opportunity, and existing portfolio health
• Develop business plans covering product positioning, pricing, sales forecasts, demand planning, launch timing, and resource requirements
• Lead cross-functional commercialisation to ensure product availability, sales readiness, dealer support, and customer value propositions
• Review launch performance and portfolio health and adjust plans based on demand and market conditions
• Improve inventory quality and support reliable demand planning
• Set direction, coach, and manage performance for the four-person Product Marketing team
• Develop team capability, sound decision-making, and accountability while remaining close to execution
• Work closely with Sales, Service, Supply Chain, Brand, Channel, Creative, and global Product Marketing teams to align local recommendations and execution
• Visit customers, distributors, and job sites to understand user needs, applications, and unmet requirements
• Present recommendations and business issues to Asia and global leadership and influence decisions across a matrix organisation

Requirements:

• Proven experience in product marketing, product management, category management, portfolio management, sales, or commercial leadership
• Commercial judgement demonstrated through product selection, launch priorities, pricing, forecasting, or portfolio decisions with evidence of business impact
• Proven people management experience including setting direction, developing team capability, and holding direct reports accountable
• Experience with technical products and relevant customer or channel models
• Experience in industrial equipment, construction products, automotive aftermarket, HVAC, or other B2B sectors
• Fluent level Japanese; business level English

About the Company:

A global manufacturer of high-performance power tools, hand tools, accessories and equipment designed for professional users. The organisation focuses on innovative, durable solutions for industries including construction, electrical, mechanical, HVAC and maintenance, helping professionals improve productivity, safety and efficiency on the jobsite.

Keywords:

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Job Ref: 2JZLMO