WPP Production | Interactive Project Director, Japan

WPP

WPP is the trusted growth partner for the world’s leading brands.  We unite cutting-edge media intelligence and data solutions, world-class creativity, next-generation production, transformative enterprise solutions and expert strategic counsel in a single company – powered by exceptional talent and our agentic marketing platform, WPP Open, to help our clients navigate change, capture opportunity and deliver transformational growth.    We work with the world's most valuable brands and have global reach across 100+ markets, with deep local expertise.   Our people are the key to our success. We're committed to fostering a culture of creativity, belonging and continuous learning, attracting and developing the brightest talent, and providing exciting career opportunities that help our people grow.    For more information, visit WPP.com.   About WPP Production We are WPP Production - the unified global production company that brings together all of WPP's content producers, studios and craft experts into one connected organisation. We combine world-class human craft with next generation technology to originate, design, and deliver multi-channel content systems at scale. Built for borderless collaboration and powered by deep craft expertise, we are the production engine designed for today's always on, AI driven marketing world. WPP Production is part of WPP. Description This role will be working directly with creative and technology teams and a wide array of business stakeholders, delivering high-volume and ever expanding websites and email communications successfully in a rapidly-changing, fast-paced, time-sensitive environment.          Key Responsibilities include: * Lead, manage and maintain the assigned projects to deliver the flawless localization across our global marketing websites and email communications for all of global product launches, seasonal campaigns, corporate initiatives and sustain projects. * Prioritize projects and changes effectively in real time and align with stakeholders in Japan and WW teams. * Build strong relationships and effectively collaborate with creative, development, and cross-functional teams within Japan and WW. Minimum Qualifications: * A Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience is required.          * Business Level proficiency in Japanese and English. * 7+ years of relevant work experience in a leading digital creative agency, in-house marketing communications, or digital marketing department is preferred. Preferred Qualifications: * Excellent written and verbal communicator with great interpersonal, negotiation and presentation skills in Japanese and English. * Demonstrated track record of leadership at a project delivery level: strong team playing abilities with ability to communicate high-level concepts and overall business direction. * Exceptional relationship-building skills and ability to develop strong working partnerships. * Outstanding cross functional team working skills with an ability to collaborate closely with other teams to solve problems and implement programs that achieve core business objectives. * Strategic thinker, comfortable navigating and ensuring alignment with overall business strategy. * Excellent project and time management skills to deliver complex programs with ambiguity in fast paced and changing environments under tight deadlines. * Able to organize information quickly and summarize succinctly. * Committed to excellence and an outstanding attention to detail. * Solid understanding of end-to-end web technologies. Flexibility to working during non-business hours as needed, to support projects such as global product launches, campaigns, and other business critical requests. Manage risk and resources in real time, and refine the end to end delivery processes and workflows based on feedback, and drive innovation and improvement.        * Hands on experience managing and developing for large-scale and high-volume corporate digital platforms using enterprise level content management systems .　                  * Knowledge and understanding of data analytics and AI are preferred.　　　　　                                                         #LI-DNP We believe the best work happens when we're together, fostering creativity, collaboration, and connection. That's why we’ve adopted a hybrid approach, with teams in the office around four days a week. If you require accommodations or flexibility, please discuss this with the hiring team during the interview process. WPP is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without discrimination or regard to particular characteristics. We are committed to fostering a culture of respect in which everyone feels they belong and has the same opportunities to progress in their careers. PLEASE READ OUR PRIVACY NOTICE (HTTPS://WWW.WPP.COM/EN/CAREERS/WPP-PRIVACY-POLICY-FOR-RECRUITMENT) FOR MORE INFORMATION ON HOW WE PROCESS THE INFORMATION YOU PROVIDE.

WPP

WPP is the trusted growth partner for the world’s leading brands.  We unite cutting-edge media intelligence and data solutions, world-class creativity, next-generation production, transformative enterprise solutions and expert strategic counsel in a single company – powered by exceptional talent and our agentic marketing platform, WPP Open, to help our clients navigate change, capture opportunity and deliver transformational growth.    We work with the world's most valuable brands and have global reach across 100+ markets, with deep local expertise.   Our people are the key to our success. We're committed to fostering a culture of creativity, belonging and continuous learning, attracting and developing the brightest talent, and providing exciting career opportunities that help our people grow.    For more information, visit WPP.com.   What does a Project Manager do at WPP Production?  The Project Manager (Print Retail) is one of the primary day-to-day contacts with our clients’ Marketing Communication team. Working closely with the clients, Print Production Managers, and Retail Sales Program Managers, the PM will support the implementation of campaigns with our client’s retail partners in Japan. Role: * Build strong client relationships which enable a clear understanding of our clients’ retail partner structure and print vendors. Be the ‘go-to’ person for Retail Marketing asset localization and production. * Build strong internal relationships across the agency (Traffic, Content, Interactive, Studio, Print Production, Finance and Operations) * Attend status meetings/VCs on a regular basis * Update daily tracker during live project – shared with clients and Deployment * Own the basics of client service including creating and updating agendas, timing plans, contact reports, and cost estimates * Demonstrate expertise in the delivery of projects through management of client expectations, internal processes and department involvement * Communicate the briefs to the studio and print production teams, and ensure that the correct creative direction is being taken * Immerse yourself in the client’s brand and offering * Set and manage client expectations ensuring they follow the agreed workflows * Build strong, trusting relationships with all key stakeholders, function leads, cross functional producers, senior managers and 3rd party vendors that are directly involved with the work * Manage the approval of quarterly budgets, flagging important budget fluctuations to the client and line manager * The ability to write, prepare and present documents, presentations and reports * Ensure that the line manager is aware of all client issues and proposed solutions (including potential delays) to ensure swift resolution and avoid further escalation * Ensure your account consistently delivers against all contractual obligations including SLAs and KPIs * Act as a brand QC/Guardian – always ensure brand guidelines, QC checklists and procedures are followed * Ensure the best external talent is always used – freelancers, translators, proofreaders, copywriters, and planners where necessary (liaise with relevant department heads and ensure they pass relevant tests) * Demonstrate a thorough understanding of the Hogarth business model, services and technology * Organise teamwork, create a balanced work schedule and ensure people are able to deliver results Requirements: * A minimum of 5 years solid advertising agency experience preferred, gained working on global retail and/or shopper accounts, from creative development to final production * Experience in financial management and understanding the importance of accurate financial management * Excellent spreadsheet skills in both Excel and Numbers. Demonstration of past experience in managing complex spreadsheets * Excellent communication skills, written and verbal, in Japanese. Fluency in English is advantageous. * Attention to detail, analytical thinking ability and passion for the work are essential * A hands-on, can-do approach to solving problems * The ability to prioritise and work quickly and efficiently within very tight time frames. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- What does a Project Manager do at WPP Production?  プロジェクトマネージャー（Print Retail）は、クライアントのマーケティングコミュニケーションチームとの日常的な連絡窓口の1つです。 PMは、クライアント、プリントプロダクションマネージャー、リテールセールスプログラムマネージャーと緊密に連携して、クライアントの日本のリテールパートナーとキャンペーンの実施をサポートします。 Role: * クライアントと深い関係性を構築し、クライアントのリテールパートナー構造と印刷業社を明確に理解できる。 * リテールマーケティングアセットのローカリゼーションと制作に関してクライアントから信頼される人物。 * 社内関係者としっかりした信頼関係を構築する（トラフィック、コンテンツ、インタラクティブ、スタジオ、印刷物制作、ファイナンス、オペレーション）。 * ステータスミーティング/ VCに定期的に参加する。 * プロジェクト実施中は毎日のトラッカーを更新しそれをクライアントにも正確に共有する。 * 問題提起、適切なスケジュール立案、関係者への適切な報告、コスト見積もりの作成と更新など、クライアントサービスの基本について理解し、それを実行する。 * クライアントの期待、内部プロセス、管理を通じて、プロジェクト実行に関する専門知識を実証する * スタジオおよび印刷制作チームにブリーフィング内容を伝え、正しい創造的な方向性のもと実行されることを確認する。 * クライアントのブランドとサービスのために尽力を尽くす。 * クライアントの期待値を常に正しい方向に導き、合意されたワークフローに確実に従う。 * 作業に直接関与するすべての主要な関係者、ファンクションリード、クロスファンクショナルプロデューサー、シニアマネージャー、サードパーティベンダーとの間に強力で信頼できる関係を構築する。 Requirements: * クリエイティブ提案から最終的な制作物納品まで、グローバル環境での小売業またはShopper Account等を最低5年担当した代理店経験が望ましい。 * 財務管理経験及び正確な財務管理の重要性に関する理解。 * ExcelとNumbers、両方での優れたスプレッドシートスキル。 複雑なスプレッドシート管理経験。 * 日本語による文書および口頭での優れたコミュニケーション能力。 * 業務において英語使用経験があるとより望ましい。 * 詳細に物事を管理できるだけの注意深さ、分析的思考能力、及び仕事への情熱。 * 問題を解決するための実践的で実行可能なアプローチ方法の知識と経験。 * 厳しいタイムスケジュールと高いプレッシャーの元で、迅速かつ効率的に優先順位を付けて作業できる能力。     #LI-DNP We believe the best work happens when we're together, fostering creativity, collaboration, and connection. That's why we’ve adopted a hybrid approach, with teams in the office around four days a week. If you require accommodations or flexibility, please discuss this with the hiring team during the interview process. WPP is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without discrimination or regard to particular characteristics. We are committed to fostering a culture of respect in which everyone feels they belong and has the same opportunities to progress in their careers. PLEASE READ OUR PRIVACY NOTICE (HTTPS://WWW.WPP.COM/EN/CAREERS/WPP-PRIVACY-POLICY-FOR-RECRUITMENT) FOR MORE INFORMATION ON HOW WE PROCESS THE INFORMATION YOU PROVIDE.

WPP

WPP is the trusted growth partner for the world’s leading brands.  We unite cutting-edge media intelligence and data solutions, world-class creativity, next-generation production, transformative enterprise solutions and expert strategic counsel in a single company – powered by exceptional talent and our agentic marketing platform, WPP Open, to help our clients navigate change, capture opportunity and deliver transformational growth.    We work with the world's most valuable brands and have global reach across 100+ markets, with deep local expertise.   Our people are the key to our success. We're committed to fostering a culture of creativity, belonging and continuous learning, attracting and developing the brightest talent, and providing exciting career opportunities that help our people grow.    For more information, visit WPP.com.   THE COMPANY: About WPP Production We are WPP Production - the unified global production company that brings together all of WPP's content producers, studios and craft experts into one connected organisation. We combine world-class human craft with next generation technology to originate, design, and deliver multi-channel content systems at scale. Built for borderless collaboration and powered by deep craft expertise, we are the production engine designed for today's always on, AI driven marketing world.  About WPP WPP is the trusted growth partner for the world’s leading brands. We unite cutting-edge media intelligence and data solutions, world-class creativity, next-generation production, transformative enterprise solutions and expert strategic counsel in a single company – powered by exceptional talent and our agentic marketing platform, WPP Open, to help our clients navigate change, capture opportunity and deliver transformational growth. For more information, visit WPP.com. The Role: The Project Manager works closely with the client's Program Owner, Producers and external vendors to cross-functional project manage across different stakeholders in Marcom and Segment Marketing, ensuring the readiness of multiple mini projects with respective deliverables and activities leading up to a unified launch. It's important to have steady and reliable project management skill, attention to details and ability to keep high-level view, as well as flexibility and proactive communication with DRIs for each project deliverables, in both JP/EN.   Key Responsibilities: * Own the basics of client service including creating and updating agendas, timing plans, resource management and contact reports * Discuss with Client Producers and Program Owner weekly status of projects noting down milestones and flag any potential delays/missing pieces. * Communicate the briefs to the production teams, and ensure that the correct creative direction is being taken * Identify deliverable requirements and indicate additional instructions on briefs * Coordinate with internal teams and third party vendors on brief specifications, project requirements and resource availability, assigning tasks to required based on the timeline and provide clarification if required * Act as a brand QC/Guardian – always ensure brand guidelines, QC checklists and procedures are followed * The ability to write, prepare and present project documentation, presentations and reports Requirements: * A minimum of 3 years experience in project management and/or account manager gained working on global retail and/or shopper accounts, from creative development to final production * Good knowledge of print, digital artwork and photo/video productions processes and best practices; including web site builds, POS, Motion Graphics and email marketing * A flexible, creative, solution-oriented self-starter with a hands-on, can-do approach to solving problems * Excellent communication skills, written and verbal, in both Japanese and English * Attention to detail, analytical thinking ability and passion for the work are essential * The ability to prioritize and work quickly and efficiently within tight time frames             #LI-DNP We believe the best work happens when we're together, fostering creativity, collaboration, and connection. That's why we’ve adopted a hybrid approach, with teams in the office around four days a week. If you require accommodations or flexibility, please discuss this with the hiring team during the interview process. WPP is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without discrimination or regard to particular characteristics. We are committed to fostering a culture of respect in which everyone feels they belong and has the same opportunities to progress in their careers. PLEASE READ OUR PRIVACY NOTICE (HTTPS://WWW.WPP.COM/EN/CAREERS/WPP-PRIVACY-POLICY-FOR-RECRUITMENT) FOR MORE INFORMATION ON HOW WE PROCESS THE INFORMATION YOU PROVIDE.