The Regional Manager role offers an outstanding opportunity to lead and grow the Japan business of a global premium fashion and lifestyle brand. This position combines strategic leadership with commercial ownership, overseeing omnichannel operations while driving sustainable growth, customer engagement, and long-term market success.
Responsibilities
Lead the overall Japan business strategy, driving sales growth, market expansion, and long-term commercial performance.
Oversee omnichannel operations across retail stores, owned e-commerce platforms, and online marketplaces to deliver a seamless customer experience.
Drive customer acquisition, conversion, retention, and performance across the digital ecosystem.
Manage merchandising, inventory planning, product launches, and pricing strategies to support business objectives.
Utilise data and analytics to improve sales results, customer experience, and operational efficiency.
Lead localisation initiatives to ensure products, services, and customer experiences align with Japanese consumer preferences and market trends.
Manage budgets, profitability, compliance, and business risks while collaborating with regional stakeholders to establish scalable processes and support sustainable growth.
Requirements
Proven experience in a senior management, business leadership, e-commerce, or omnichannel leadership role.
Strong understanding of the Japanese consumer market, particularly within retail, fashion, lifestyle, or premium brand environments.
Demonstrated success managing online marketplaces, direct-to-consumer channels, or multi-channel retail operations.
Strong commercial acumen with excellent analytical, financial, and operational management capabilities.
Experience leading cross-functional teams and delivering business growth in a dynamic environment.
Ability to develop and execute market-entry, expansion, or business transformation strategies.
Fluent Japanese and business-level English communication skills.
Additional Asian language skills would be advantageous.
Entrepreneurial mindset with the ability to balance strategic planning and hands-on execution.
Benefits
Health Insurance
National Pension
Employment Insurance
Accident Insurance
About the company
A company in the fashion and lifestyle industry, this multinational organisation is recognised for its premium products and strong international presence. With a focus on quality, innovation, and customer experience, the business continues to strengthen its position through strategic growth and market development initiatives.