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A Day in the Life

Job Title: Marketing Communications Specialist, Japan

Reports To: Marketing Communications Manager

Location: Japan; visits to Tokyo office required

Careers that Change Lives

As Marketing Communications Specialist within the Medtronic  Multichannel Marketing function, you will play a vital role in designing and implementing marketing strategies and marketing campaigns aimed at healthcare professionals. You will collaborate with operational units and cross-functional teams to brainstorm, strategize, develop and execute multichannel marketing campaign initiatives that effectively reach and engage target audience effectively, resulting in significant business outcome. Your efforts will contribute to the promotion and success of Medtronic products and services in a highly regulated and competitive industry. This role is a highly visible and critical member of our team, reporting to the Marketing Communications Manager.

Note： The reporting line will be the Creative Media & Design Manager. Once the Marketing Communications Manager returns from parental leave, they are expected to become the reporting line for this role.

A Day in Life
Responsibilities may include the following and other duties may be assigned.

• Strategy Consultation: Collaborate with the marketing team of operation unit to create and execute comprehensive multichannel marketing strategies and campaigns tailored to targeted healthcare professionals and patients/consumers. Ensure alignment with overall marketing goals, company objectives and targeted outcomes.
• Multichannel Campaigns Planning and Execution: End to end multichannel marketing campaigns management targeting HCPs and patients/consumers, utilizing channels not limited to email marketing, social media, website, print materials, online platforms, media planning via an agency etc.
• Analysis and Reporting: Monitor, analyze and report on the effectiveness of marketing campaigns, providing clear statistics/data and insights drawing and recommendations for optimization.

•     Content Adaptation Across Channels: Localize content across various formats and

       channels, including digital assets (e.g., landing pages, emails, social posts), sales tools,

       and patient education materials.

•     Creative Collaboration: Work closely with internal creative and content teams to refine

       messaging, managing asset production, and support campaign rollout.

•     Cross-Team Coordination: Serve as a key liaison between local teams to gather

       feedback, align on needs, and ensure smooth execution of marketing initiatives.

•     Brand Compliance: Maintain a strong understanding of brand guidelines and ensure all

       localized content aligns with Medtronic’s brand identity and voice.

•     Performance Optimization Support: Track content usage, gather insights from local

       execution, and support optimization efforts to improve performance and engagement.

•     Platform and Workflow Management: Help maintain organizational tools and  

       platforms  (e.g., Workfront) to efficiently manage assets, timelines, and deliverables.

•     Agency and Vendor Management: Manage external agencies and vendors to support

        the adaptation, production, and delivery of localized campaign assets.

Required Knowledge and Experience:

• 4+ years of relevant experience in marketing communications, or advanced degree with a minimum of 2 years relevant experience
• Project Management experience including managing stakeholder relationships, project timelines and budgets
• Experience in developing campaign strategies and conducting analysis for generating marketing qualified leads through digital marketing.
• Native-level Japanese required
• Business English required (level to discuss in calls)

• A team-first mindset, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, matrixed environment
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.

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• Bachelor's degree in marketing, communications, journalism, or a related field

• Bachelor's degree in business, healthcare, or a related field.
• Proven experience in multichannel marketing communications and campaign strategy, preferably within the healthcare or pharmaceutical industry.
• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong writing and content creation skills, with the ability to convey complex medical information in a clear and engaging manner.
• Experience in creative design
• Ability to stay updated on industry trends and healthcare developments.
• Working knowledge of regulatory requirements in the healthcare industry

• Proficiency in using marketing tools and software for campaign planning, execution, and analysis.
• Familiarity with marketing technology platforms (eg. Workfront, Adobe experience manager, Adobe analytics, digital asset management tools, Marketing Automation/Eloqua)

Work Location 

This role requires commuting to the office approximately once a week. 

Disclaimer

The above statements describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required.

About Medtronic

We lead global healthcare technology and boldly attack the most challenging health problems facing humanity by searching out and finding solutions.
Our Mission — to alleviate pain, restore health, and extend life — unites a global team of 95,000+ passionate people. 
We are engineers at heart— putting ambitious ideas to work to generate real solutions for real people. From the R&D lab, to the factory floor, to the conference room, every one of us experiments, creates, builds, improves and solves. We have the talent, diverse perspectives, and guts to engineer the extraordinary.

Learn more about our business, mission, and our commitment to diversity here

Physical Job Requirements

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this position, but they are not an exhaustive list of all the required responsibilities and skills of this position. 

Benefits & Compensation

Medtronic offers a competitive Salary and flexible Benefits Package
A commitment to our employees lives at the core of our values. We recognize their contributions. They share in the success they help to create.  We offer a wide range of benefits, resources, and competitive compensation plans designed to support you at every career and life stage.
 

This position is eligible for a short-term incentive called the Medtronic Incentive Plan (MIP).

About Medtronic

We lead global healthcare technology and boldly attack the most challenging health problems facing humanity by searching out and finding solutions.
Our Mission — to alleviate pain, restore health, and extend life — unites a global team of 95,000+ passionate people. 
We are engineers at heart— putting ambitious ideas to work to generate real solutions for real people. From the R&D lab, to the factory floor, to the conference room, every one of us experiments, creates, builds, improves and solves. We have the talent, diverse perspectives, and guts to engineer the extraordinary.

Learn more about our business, mission, and our commitment to diversity here