General Manager, Japan

About the Role:The General Manager Japan role will lead transformation and growth in a dynamic market, being responsible for driving sales, market share, and profitability, while building a high-performing team and fostering strong relationships with customers, distributors, and stakeholders.Main Responsibilities:Manage country strategic development, business plans and budgets in alignment with regional objectives and agreed with the Region / Group / AreaLead business development initiatives and ensure operational execution of approved plansDevelop and execute annual sales plans and commercial policies, fostering strong partnerships Monitor and update budgets throughout the year, ensuring consistency between sales and financial targetsOversee the integration of Sales and Trade Marketing activities to maximize brand presence and profitabilityProvide market insights and strategic recommendations to regional and area managementMaintain strong relationships with internal teams, customers, distributors, and external partnersEnsure the successful launch and marketing of brands in line with company guidelines and market needs, in order to maximise brand equity, penetration and affordable profitabilityImplement marketing and media strategies in collaboration with regional teams, adapting actions for the Japanese marketIn alignment with the Marketing team, assess market positioning and identify opportunities for growth and changeEnsure a high-performing operational setup within the country, encompassing eficient management of supply chain operations and 3PL partnersOversee commercial quality priorities for the country, together with Quality team, and ensure coherence with Group standards and guidelinesAddress and manage quality issues and product recalls in accordance with company guidelines, together with respective functions and in line with Group guidelinesReinforce, expand and lead the Japan team, fostering a culture of motivation, development, and empowermentRecruit, coach, and develop team members, ensuring professional growth and alignment with company valuesAbout You:University degree in business or related fieldProven experience in the similar roles in general management, sales, or marketing leadership roles within FMCG or related industriesStrong strategic thinking and business development skills. In-depth knowledge of the Japan market landscape is valuedLeadership presence with the ability to influence across functions and levels, managing the business turnaroundExcellent communication, relationship-building, and stakeholder management skillsDemonstrated ability to lead and develop high-performing teamsResilience, self-motivation, and a proactive, dynamic leadership style with a growth mindsetFluency in English (written and spoken), Japanese is considered an advantageOur Benefits & Perks:Careers with caring built in - discover our benefits here.About Ferrero:Ferrero began its journey in the small town of Alba in Piedmont, Italy, in 1946. Today, it is one of the world’s largest sweet-packaged food companies, with many iconic brands sold in countries all over the world. Find out more about Ferrero at ferrero.com.DE&I at Ferrero:Ferrero is committed to building a diverse and inclusive culture in which all employees feel welcomed and appreciated and have the same opportunities. We believe all our people are equally talented in their own way. In nurturing the curiosity and natural abilities of our employees, we provide them, generation after generation, the means to succeed personally and professionally, enabling them to craft their journey at Ferrero. The diversity of our talents is what makes our work environment multicultural, innovative, and highly rewarding.Find out more here.