Consultant - Marketing and Business Development (Fabric Marketing)

Job description Position Summary The Fabric Marketing Consultant/Manager will be a key driver of our growth in Japan. This role is responsible for developing and executing a comprehensive marketing strategy tailored to the Japanese Brands. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of Japanese business culture, market trends, and consumer behavior, and will be adept at building and nurturing long-term relationships with clients. This is a strategic role that requires a blend of market analysis, client-facing skills, and creative marketing expertise. Key Responsibilities Market Strategy and Analysis: Conduct in-depth market research to identify key trends, competitor activities, and opportunities within the Japanese textile market. Analyze consumer preferences and generational differences to tailor the product offerings effectively. Client Relationship Management & Marketing: Build and maintain strong, long-term relationships with key stakeholders, including fashion brands like UniQlo & Muji etc. Act as a trusted advisor to customers, providing insights and recommendations on fabric selection. Attend fabric presentation meetings to represent WPD. Support WPD design team to develop suitable marketing materials (e.g., Hangers, collections, presentations, brochures, etc. Provide market-specific feedback to product development and R&D teams to inform future fabric innovations. Collaborate with Fabric & Garment marketing teams to ensure effective marketing of WPD products. Identify and cultivate new business opportunities to expand the company's client base in Japan. Work closely with the sales team to set and achieve sales targets. Qualifications Experience: Minimum of 10 years of experience in manufacturing, marketing, sales, or a consulting role within the textile, fashion, or a related B2B industry. Experience working with Japanese companies and a solid understanding of local business practices and etiquette. Skills: Fluent in both English and Japanese. Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport and trust with Japanese business professionals. Strong analytical skills to interpret market data and translate it into actionable marketing strategies. Role: Enterprise & B2B Sales - Other Industry Type: Textile & Apparel (Fashion) Department: Sales & Business Development Employment Type: Full Time, Permanent Role Category: Enterprise & B2B Sales Education UG: B.Tech/B.E. in Textile PG: MBA/PGDM in Marketing

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