【COMPANY OVERVIEW】
A natural cosmetic brand inspired by phytotherapy and aromatherapy
[Hiring Background]
This is a newly created position.
[Desired Level]
We are looking for candidates equivalent to internal roles from Leader to Assistant Manager level.
The ideal age range is 32 to 47 years old.
[Team Structure]
This position belongs to the Operations Department, specifically in the Demand Planning Team.
Operations Department: Approximately 20 members
Demand Planning Team: 3 members including this position
Reporting Line: Reports to the Demand Planning Senior Manager
(a French national; communication is in English)
[Selection Process]
1st Interview: With the Demand Planning Senior Manager + HR (in English & Japanese)
2nd Interview: With the Operations Director + Demand Planning Senior Manager (in person)
[Compensation Budget]
Leader Level: Fixed annual salary up to approx. ¥6.3 million + incentive bonus
Assistant Manager Level: Fixed annual salary up to approx. ¥7.5 million + incentive bonus
Final compensation will be determined based on experience and skills.
Breakdown:
Fixed Annual Salary
= Monthly salary × 14 months
(Includes two seasonal bonuses and 40 hours of deemed overtime pay)
Incentive Bonus Standard
= 10% of fixed annual salary
(Monthly salary × 4 months × 10%, variable based on company and individual performance)
[Work Style]
Employees are required to work in the office 2 days per week.
Remote work is allowed
on the remaining weekdays.
(Example: For a 5-day workweek: 2 days in-office, 3 days remote)
Job Details
Job Function / Position: Demand Planning – Leader ~ Assistant Manager
Job Title: N/A
Employment Type: Full-time
Salary: N/A
Location:
Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo
Directly connected to Tokyo Metro Hanzomon
Line "Hanzomon
Station"
About 5 minutes on foot from Yurakucho
Line "Kojimachi
Station"
Benefits
2 annual bonuses
1 performance-based bonus per year (based on company and personal performance)
Annual salary review (based on company and personal performance)
Commuting allowance (as per company policy)
Full social insurance coverage
Employee discount system
Annual health check-up
Group welfare insurance
Defined contribution pension system
Anniversary leave system
Volunteer leave system
Access to company resorts and sports club facilities
Holidays & Leave
5-day workweek (weekends and public holidays off)
Year-end and New Year holidays
Working Hours
Flextime system (Standard working day: 7.5 hours)
No core time
Flexible time: 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Minimum 4 hours of work per day within the
flexible time range
Required to work in the office at least 8 days per month
(remaining weekdays can be remote)
Position Overview and Mission
The Demand Planning team is at the heart of business planning, working closely with Marketing, Sales, Finance, and the Leadership team in Japan, as well as the supply planning teams in Geneva and Manosque. The team is split into two areas: Demand Planning/Forecasting and Procurement. This role focuses on demand planning for assigned brands, collaborating with the Senior Demand Planning Manager, and coordinating with Procurement, Logistics, and Customer Service & Support within Japan.
Job Responsibilities
1. Forecasting (60%)
Lead the local S&OP
process to ensure accurate, insight-driven forecasts
Implement continuous improvement initiatives aligned with business goals
Build strong relationships across Marketing, Sales, Finance, and Supply Chain
2. Cross-Functional Collaboration (20%)
Collaborate
within the Demand Planning team
Work closely with Logistics, Sales, Marketing, and Finance departments
3. Other Support Tasks (10%)
Forecasting of training materials, samples, and testers
Forecasting for packaging such as wrapping and boxes
4. Supply Planning (10%)
Support the supply planning function
Requirements
English Proficiency: High Business to Fluent
Able to participate in meetings, discussions, and debates in English
Can independently prepare English materials and presentations
Can handle professional English communication via email
Must-Have
2+ years of experience in the retail or FMCG supply chain sector
(including S&OP or Procurement)
Financial knowledge and data analysis experience
Proficient in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint
Japanese fluency at N1 level or higher
Nice-to-Have
Experience in Demand Planning
Background in cosmetics, fashion/apparel, or owned-brand retail
Competencies
Strong communication and collaboration
Action-oriented and results-driven
Self-starter with strong ownership
Team player, excellent relationship builder
Organized and detail-oriented
Resilient and adaptable
Strong under pressure
Commitment to continuous improvement