Kering Media Manager Japan

Kering is a global, family-led luxury group, home to people whose passion and expertise nurture creative Houses across couture and ready-to-wear, leather goods, jewelry, eyewear and beauty: Gucci, Saint Laurent, Bottega Veneta, Balenciaga, McQueen, Brioni, Boucheron, Pomellato, Dodo, Qeelin, Ginori 1735, as well as Kering Eyewear. In 2025, Kering employed 44,000 people and generated revenue of €14.7 billion. You will be Kering Ambassador in Japan and leading Kering Japan media across Strategy, Group Negotiations & Implementation with a strong focus on Digital, Data and Innovation as well as Media Efficiency Improvement. The position is based in Tokyo and would report to the APAC Media Director, and work along closely with several key stakeholders.

Responsibilities

Develop and execute tailored media strategies aligned with each brand’s business size, maturity, and market scale; Drive and implement the digital roadmap, establishing a data-driven marketing strategy across the full funnel; Manage media agency collaboration post-RFP; Oversee day-to-day agency operations, ensuring a robust structure, high-quality service delivery, and adherence to all processes and templates; Rigorously evaluate agency performance to challenge the status quo and continuously improve ROI; Track and report on media performance and best practices using available tools; Consolidate media budgets for the group, brands, and key partners; Ensure transparency and accuracy in media plan management systems; Lead group-level media negotiations to drive incremental efficiency; Lead the local execution of global media projects; Proactively explore innovative media opportunities with key partners; Build and animate Kering media community; Build and foster solid collaboration and trustful relationships with key stakeholders in Japan; Provide timely support and coordination for inquiries; Stay on top of market and industry trends; Share key market insights and monitoring key trends

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or above with 10+ years of digital media experience on the advertiser and/or agency side; Experience in multinational corporations (MNCs); Fluent in English and Japanese; Deep media knowledge of the Japanese market; Data-driven and results-oriented with strong analytical skills; Proficient in media/digital tools, with advanced skills in Excel and PowerPoint; Agile and self-motivated, with a passion for driving new initiatives; Able to navigate ambiguous situations and adapt to changes to support business goals; Analytical mindset with the ability to see the big picture; Capable of providing innovative guidance while maintaining impeccable operations and staying ahead of industry trends; Highly organized and detail-oriented, with the ability to manage multiple projects and stakeholder relationships simultaneously; Enthusiastic, committed, and able to work autonomously; Always represent Kering in a positive and professional manner, both internally and externally

Nice to have

Offline media experience; Strong relationships with core digital vendors (e.g., LINE)

Benefits

Commitment to building a diverse workforce; Equal Opportunity Employer; Opportunity to join Kering and contribute to business development; Dynamic team in a global Luxury Group with endless possibilities to learn and grow; Talent development and internal mobility; Leadership skills development; Stimulating and fulfilling workplace environment