Branding Project Manager, Creative Strategy

About Woven by Toyota

Woven by Toyota, a part of the Toyota Group, is challenging the current state of mobility through human-centric innovation and empowering mobility transformation. Through our AD/ADAS technology, our automotive software development platform Arene OS, our mobility test course Toyota Woven City, and Toyota’s growth fund, Woven Capital, we are pioneering the movement of people, goods, information, and energy, weaving a future of enhanced safety, connectivity and well-being for all.

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TEAM

Toyota is redefining what it means to move. We're challenging the current state of mobility by enhancing the movement of people, goods, information and energy. Centered around three core concepts - A Living Laboratory™, Human-Centered, and Ever Evolving City™ - Woven City serves as a test course for mobility to fulfill our purpose of well-being for all.

We do this by bringing together a diverse community of people with a shared passion for the future of mobility to co-create, develop and refine innovative products and services. This cross-section of social infrastructure, mobility, and people provides a unique opportunity for inventors, residents and visitors to interact seamlessly with new technologies throughout daily life in an environment that emulates a real city.

For more information about Woven City, please visit: https://www.woven-city.global/

The Creative Strategy team builds the strategy of Woven City along with the creatives for mainly the Woven City project. The team supports projects that have company-wide impact, especially directing and advising on communication for Woven by Toyota and Woven City projects.

WHO ARE WE LOOKING FOR

We are looking for an experienced and proactive Project Manager to join our newly established Creative Strategy team. 

You will be to understand the Purpose/Vision/Mission of the company as well as the current strategy and guidelines, and to implement them in each project.

You will manage projects across teams, ensuring delivery and alignment with communication objectives. 

RESPONSIBILITIES:

This role is based in Tokyo, Japan, and reports to the Lead of the Creative Strategy Team. Below are the main scope / responsibilities of the role.

・Plan, execute and oversee projects from conception to completion

・Coordinate and collaborate with cross-functional teams, including PR, marketing, brand, and product development

・Facilitate clear and effective communication among team members and stakeholders and monitor progress to ensure successful project outcomes

・Identify and manage project risks, issues, and dependencies, providing solutions

・Conduct regular syncs and project status meetings and updates, ensuring all stakeholders are informed and engaged

・Foster a collaborative team environment, encouraging innovative thinking and problem-solving

・Maintain project documentation, including project management tools, reports, proposals, and presentations

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• 8+ years of experience in project managing in creative agencies or marketing
• Experience working with external agencies, design studios, and vendors
• Critical thinker with an understanding of project management principles, methodologies, and best practices
• Ability to manage multiple projects at once
• Excellent organizational and time management skills with attention to detail
• Experience working in a cross-functional, multicultural team environment
• Fluent in Japanese with excellent communication skills
• Business level English, and experience working in an global environment

NICE TO HAVES:

• Interested in UX, Human Centered Design, Behavioral Design, and Strategy
• Previous experience, preferably in the tech industry 
• Interested in contributing in brainstorming sessions and workshops to support in generating innovative ideas and solutions

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Important Points

・All interviews will be arranged via Google Meet, unless otherwise stated.

・The same job descriptions are available in both English and Japanese; therefore, we kindly ask that you apply to only one version.

・We kindly request that you submit your resume in English, if possible. However, Japanese resumes are also acceptable. Please note that, depending on the English proficiency requirements of the role, we may request an English version of your resume later in the process.

WHAT WE OFFER

・Competitive Salary - Based on experience

・Work Hours - Flexible working time

・Paid Holiday - 20 days per year (prorated)

・Sick Leave - 6 days per year (prorated)

・Holiday - Sat & Sun, Japanese National Holidays, and other days defined by our company

・Japanese Social Insurance - Health Insurance, Pension, Workers’ Comp, and Unemployment Insurance, Long-term care insurance

・Housing Allowance

・Retirement Benefits

・Rental Cars Support

・In-house Training Program (software study/language study)

Our Commitment

・We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity.

・Any information we receive from you will be used only in the hiring and onboarding process. Please see our privacy notice for more details.