Marketing Manager, HNC, Japan

Job title – Marketing Manager, Japan, HNC, Japan Location – Tokyo, Japan As the Marketing Manager, Japan, HNC, Japan you will be responsible for cross-segment marketing activities across our four HNC (Health, Nutrition and Care) segments - Early Life Nutrition, Dietary Supplements, Pharma, and Medical Nutrition, in Japan. You will provide support to the business in increasing pipeline and commercialization of projects and in achieving our sales and profitability targets. You will partner closely with the account managers to enable solution selling to our customers. Your Key Responsibilities: * Work with global and regional stakeholders on product marketing of products across all segments and translating materials to meet local customer and market needs * Support the segments in their health benefit strategies and new concept generation by clearly articulating the needs of customers in Japan and translating global and regional material to meet local needs * Provide business insights and support the business with timely and relevant market insights * Lead selected strategic cross functional projects as the project manager and to drive project closure in agreed timelines * Support customer project creation activities (e.g. tradeshows, innovations workshops with customers, concept preparation). * Support and localize product launch process and materials for Innovation and existing products. * Lead and drive marketing communication and branding activities for HNC Japan * Responsible for all external and internal digital communication channels We Offer: * Unique career paths across health, nutrition and beauty – explore what drives you and get the support to make it happen. * A chance to impact millions of consumers every day – sustainability embedded in all we do. * A science led company, cutting edge research and creativity everywhere – from biotech breakthroughs to sustainability game-changers, you’ll work on what’s next. * Growth that keeps up with you – you join an industry leader that will develop your expertise and leadership. * A culture that lifts you up – with collaborative teams, shared wins, and people who cheer each other on. * A community where your voice matters – it is essential to serve our customers well. You Bring: * 8-10 years of relevant industry experience in Nutrition & Health; preferably a combination of B2B &/or B2C * Strong ability to influence both internal and external stakeholders * A sound understanding of Dietary Supplement in Japan * Experience in adapting and regionalizing effectively global campaigns to drive local interest and support leads and opportunities creation * Excellent communication and people skills * Excellent command of English * Curiosity, willingness to learn, proactive can-do attitude About dsm-firmenich At dsm-firmenich, we don’t just meet expectations – we go beyond them. Join our global team powered by science, creativity, and a shared purpose: to bring progress to life. From elevating health to making fortified food and sustainable skincare, the impact of your work here will be felt by millions – every single day. Whether it’s fragrance that helps you focus, alternative meat that’s better for the planet, or reducing sugar without losing flavor, this is where you help shape the future of nutrition, health, and beauty for everyone, everywhere. And while you’re making a difference, we’ll make sure you’re growing too. With learning that never stops, a culture that lifts you up and the freedom to move across businesses, teams, and borders. Your voice matters here. And your ideas? They’re essential to our future. Because real progress only happens when we go beyond, together. Inclusion, belonging and equal opportunity statement At dsm-firmenich, we believe being a force for good starts with the way we treat each other. When people feel supported, included, and free to be themselves, they do their best work – and that’s exactly the kind of culture we’re building. A place where opportunity is truly equal, authenticity is celebrated, and everyone has the chance to grow, contribute, and feel they belong. We’re proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we’re serious about making our hiring process as fair and inclusive as possible. From inclusive language and diverse interview panels to thoughtful sourcing, we’re committed to reflecting the world we serve. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds — no matter your gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or anything else that makes you, you. And if you have a disability or need any support through the application process, we’re here to help – just let us know what you need, and we’ll do everything we can to make it work.