Staff Manager, Marketing Communications & Partner Marketing (Japan)

Integrated Comms Strategy & Messaging Develop, align, and execute Japan marketing communications plans for priority products/initiatives and strategic partnerships. Own message architecture and storytelling, translating technical value into compelling narratives for press, partners, and customers. Coordinate enablement programs with OEM training/category teams to scale product knowledge across sales/marketing/training organizations. Manage PR programs including media relations, briefing planning, and news release/content operations in Japan. Collaborate with digital marketing teammates to convert initiatives into actionable workstreams. Manage partner engagement and local GTM planning in coordination with cross-functional teams. Support and manage local MDF / revenue programs with channel partners where applicable. Provide regular project updates to internal stakeholders; drive approvals and workflows using tools such as Workfront. Manage agency/vendor engagement and ensure compliance with internal processes. Bachelor's degree and 8+ years of Communications, Marketing, Public Relations, or related experience OR Associate's degree and 10+ years of relevant experience Proven experience leading integrated communication programs (PR + partner marketing + digital + events) with multiple stakeholders. Business-level Japanese and English communication skills (written and verbal). Ability to manage multiple simultaneous programs with strong ownership, structured planning, and on-time delivery. Experience in technology/consumer electronics and partner/OEM co-marketing. Hands-on project management using marketing workflow tools and cross-functional governance. Data-driven mindset with KPI design, performance reporting, and optimization. Bachelor's degree and 6+ years of Communications, Marketing, Public Relations, or related work experience. OR Associate's degree or equivalent degree and 8+ years of Communications, Marketing, Public Relations, or related work experience. OR High school Diploma or equivalent and 10+ years of Communications, Marketing, Public Relations, or related work experience. Completed advanced degrees in a relevant field may be substituted for up to two years (Master's = one year, Doctorate = two years) of work experience.