French Language Marketer (Unit Leader)| Global E-Commerce Platform | Osaka #233 *No Japanese required

Company Overview

The company is a global enterprise headquartered in Osaka, specializing in cross-border e-commerce, international logistics, and overseas promotion.
It operates its own proprietary platforms that deliver Japanese products to customers worldwide, supporting over 170 countries and 19 languages.

With employees from more than 30 countries, the company offers a highly international and diverse work environment where multiple cultures come together.

 

Main Business Areas

• Proxy Purchasing Service: A service that purchases products from Japanese online stores on behalf of overseas customers and ships them internationally.

• Cross-border E-commerce Marketplace: A platform that allows Japanese sellers to easily expand and sell their products to global markets.

• Subscription Box Service: A service that delivers curated Japanese products, such as stationery, to customers overseas on a regular basis.

 

Work Environment

• International Workplace: Employees from over 30 countries across six continents, with a diverse age range from their 20s to 50s (approximately 46% non-Japanese employees as of January 2025).

• Working Style: Flexible working hours (core time: 10:00–16:00) with facilities such as an in-house cafeteria.

 

Recruitment background

The French language version featured on their proxy-purchasing platform has been their third-largest user base for years. There is immense growth potential within this market, and they are looking for a digital marketing professional to help them take the next significant step in market expansion, leading digital marketing campaigns.

This is an excellent opportunity to play a key role in expanding one of the company’s largest markets while helping shape the future of its global marketing organization.

Main Duties

• PPC Marketing
• Content Creation and Strategy Development
• Influencer Marketing
• Data Analysis and Reporting
• Team Coordination
• Email Marketing
• Project Management

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Must-Have Skills

  • Native French speaker.
  • 3+ years of digital marketing experience (PPC, SEO, influencer marketing, social media marketing).
  • Experience working in a corporate environment
  • At least 1 year of team management experience
  • Advanced English communication skills (business-level or above)

  Preferred Skills

  • Data analysis skills (Google Analytics, Google Sheets, Looker Studio, etc.)
  • Professional marketing experience focused on French-speaking markets
  • Additional marketing experience (content marketing, email marketing, etc.)
  • Web editing experience (HTML, CSS, copywriting, etc.)
  • Japanese language skills (JLPT N3 or higher)

  Personality

  ■ Excellent communication skills
  The candidate should have strong written and verbal communication skills. Familiarity with the concept of reporting, informing, and consulting is essential, indicating an ability to effectively communicate within a team structure and adhere to Japanese business communication norms.

  ■ Self-Motivated and growth-oriented
  We are looking for someone who is proactive, eager to take on new challenges, and focused on personal and professional growth. The candidate should bring innovative ideas and a positive attitude to the department, enhancing the overall team dynamic.

  ■ Cross-Cultural communication proficiency
  The ability to professionally interact with individuals from diverse backgrounds and nationalities is crucial. This includes respecting cultural differences and effectively navigating multi-cultural business environments.

  ■ Strong analytical skills
  The candidate should be adept at working with data, analyzing various metrics, and identifying areas for improvement. This involves a thorough understanding of data analysis tools and the ability to translate data insights into actionable strategies.

 

Compensation & Benefits

Salary: JPY 4,200,000 〜JPY 4,600,000per year

Based on previous experience and ability
・Bonus: twice a year (June and December)
・Salary evaluation: once a year
・3-month probationary period (Salary same as above)
・If the required period of employment is not met, the employee will not be eligible for their initial bonus.

Probation Period: 3 months

Benefits

・Complete social insurance
(workers’ compensation, employment, health, welfare pension)
・Business casual dress code
・Training system (job-specific, level-specific training)
・Japanese/English lessons
・In-house club activities (karaoke, day camp, etc.)
・Monthly company events
・Free tea and coffee

・Overtime (paid by minute)
・Transportation allowance (up to ¥30,000/month)

・Managerial allowance

Working Hours:

・Standard working hours: 9:15 AM – 6:15 PM (8 working hours / 1 hour break)
・Flextime available: Start work anytime between 7:00 AM – 10:00 AM, with up to 2 hours of break time per day.

*Standard working hours apply during the initial training period (approx. 2 months).

 

Holidays and Leave:

・5-day workweek (Saturday & Sunday off)
・New Year holiday (4 days)
・Paid leave (26 days in year 1)
・Congratulatory and condolence leave
・Maternity/paternity leave
・Child care leave
・Personal day leave
*Work is required on national holidays, excluding the New Year holiday.

Paid Vacation: 26 days of paid leave are provided from the first year, with the number increasing annually.
In 2024, the paid leave usage rate exceeded 80%.

Measures Against Secondhand Smoke: No Smoking Indoors

 

Hiring Process

• First interview – Hiring Team (45-60 mins, online or in-person)
  *Logic test + Marketing test (tests excluded for online Interviews)
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  Second interview – Second interview (45~60mins) – *in-person
  *Travel reimbursement up to ¥27,000 available for applicants outside the Kansai region
  *Logic test + Marketing test (If not completed during the first interview)Third Interview – HR Planning Team (45-60 mins, online or in-person)
  *Company culture test

• Application documents required:

  • Resume / CV

• Interview language: English

 

Please note: this position is open to candidates currently residing in Japan.