Brand Manager Asia Portfolio, Salon, Global at Kao Corporation

We are excited to invite you to join Kao, a company with a rich history dating back to 1887 in Japan. Our mission is to enhance lives by creating a Kirei Life, which is a beautiful existence that honors the needs of our customers and the planet. As an organization recognized as one of the World's Most Ethical Companies for 16 consecutive years, we operate with integrity, courage, and a deep respect for one another. We are looking for a dedicated professional to join us as a Brand Manager for our Asia Portfolio within our global salon division, where you will help shape the future of our products in a collaborative, purpose-driven environment.

What you'll be doing

• You will drive the execution of our global brand strategy by managing a robust three to five year product development roadmap tailored for the Asian market.
• You will lead cross-functional projects, working closely with teams like R&D and supply chain to ensure our marketing initiatives meet specific sales and profit goals.
• You will conduct deep market research and sales analysis to identify new business opportunities, while managing budgets and agency partnerships to bring our brand vision to life.

What you'll bring

• You hold a university degree or Master's in Business Management with a specialized focus on Marketing.
• You possess significant professional experience in Brand Management, ideally within the beauty or global product management sectors.
• You have a strong ability to lead multifunctional teams, manage complex stakeholder relationships, and think both strategically and creatively.
• You are highly self-motivated with an entrepreneurial mindset and excellent proficiency in English.
• You demonstrate a solid technical understanding of the hair cosmetics industry and have a proven track record of interpreting market data to drive results.

What you'll get

• The flexibility of a hybrid work model that allows you to balance your professional and personal life effectively.
• The opportunity to build your career within a global organization that values innovation and rewards entrepreneurial thinking.
• A collaborative work environment where your voice is heard and your contributions directly impact our global success.