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Jobs in Japan
Explore hand-picked jobs in Japan for English speakers across tech, education, marketing, and more.
Vetted companies only. Apply from overseas.
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At ANESSA headquarters, we are seeking a product development specialist to plan and develop new products for a wide range of markets, including Japan, Asia, Europe, and Australia. Drawing on Shiseido’s cutting-edge research and technologies in UV protection, skincare, and makeup, this role creates innovative value, leads sun care trends, and brings customers around the world the joy of being “Free to shine” under the sun. For assigned products, you will research and collect and analyze the necessary data and information from the perspectives of the market, the company, consumers, and competitors, and develop products that achieve targets aligned with the brand’s portfolio strategy. You will take primary responsibility for specific areas of new products that offer differentiation and novelty, such as product information and claims, formulas and textures, and packaging, while advancing product design with team members in the group and leading related departments through to completion. You will also lead related departments in establishing and managing product costs and supply systems, and design, manage, and coordinate task schedules. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to the creation of products for a global brand originating in Japan and to learn the fundamentals of B2C and cosmetics brand marketing. You can be involved in every stage, from planning a product to bringing it to market and into customers’ hands.
- At least five years of experience planning and developing new products in-house at a cosmetics manufacturer or ODM/OEM manufacturer, or equivalent experience and knowledge - PC skills, including PowerPoint, Excel, and Word
- Strong logical thinking skills - A strong interest in and passion for cosmetics and the sun care category - Proactive in broadening and enhancing the scope of your role - Experience developing sun care products - Basic knowledge of Japan’s Pharmaceuticals and Medical Devices Act relating to skincare and/or sun care products - Business-level English or Chinese