Marketing Director

Global European Medical Device company covering class i-III products is looking for a Marketing Director. This role includes full marketing budget ownership, strategic alignment with global teams, and responsibility for market share and profitability targets. Additionally, persons in this position will have the opportunity for future promotion to General Manager position.

Key Responsibilities

• Define and execute marketing strategies to drive revenue and market share while managing the full budget.

• Serve on the Japan Leadership Team and represent the company at industry forums and with regulatory bodies.

• Lead, mentor, and build a high-performing marketing team aligned with core values.

• Spearhead new product introductions, including market analysis, competitive positioning, and regulatory strategy.

• Optimize performance and pricing for existing portfolios through trend analysis and supply chain coordination.

• Build relationships with Key Opinion Leaders and align local launch plans with global stakeholders.

• Lead annual business planning by integrating market insights into actionable commercial goals.

• Provide data-driven insights to support sales training and organizational effectiveness.

Requirements

• 12+ years of marketing or business leadership experience within the medical device industry.

• Proven track record in P&L management, team development, and strategic planning.

• Experience in new product launches and cross-functional collaboration with global teams.

• Strong financial acumen, analytical thinking, and stakeholder management skills.

• BA/BSc in Business or a related field; an MBA is preferred.

• Native-level Japanese and business-level English.

• Experience with single-use or disposable medical products is a plus.