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Title
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Description
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We are looking for a Chief Planner with strategic thinking and strong leadership skills. The Chief Planner plays a key role in overseeing the planning and execution of projects, events, and campaigns within an organization. This role requires the ability to accurately assess market trends and customer needs, and to develop innovative and feasible plans.
In this position, you will be expected to manage project progress, budgets, and risks while coordinating with internal and external stakeholders to maximize outcomes. The ability to multitask across several projects and to mentor and guide team members is also essential.
The Chief Planner is central to understanding the company’s vision and goals and translating them into actionable strategies. You will be expected to combine creative ideas with logical thinking to deliver results that exceed client and executive expectations.
This role is applicable across various industries such as advertising agencies, event companies, consulting firms, manufacturing, and IT. We welcome candidates with flexible thinking, strong communication skills, and the ability to adapt to a fast-changing business environment.
Responsibilities
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- Develop strategies based on market research and analysis
- Lead and mentor team members
- Create and manage budgets
- Coordinate and negotiate with stakeholders
- Monitor and report on project progress
- Identify risks and implement mitigation strategies
- Present to clients and executives
- Manage multiple projects simultaneously
- Evaluate outcomes and propose improvements
Requirements
Text copied to clipboard!- 5+ years of experience in planning and strategy development
- Excellent communication and leadership skills
- Knowledge and experience in project management
- Skills in market research and data analysis
- Ability to multitask and manage time effectively
- Experience in team building
- Strong presentation skills
- Flexible thinking and problem-solving ability
- Business-level Japanese proficiency
- English proficiency is a plus
Potential interview questions
Text copied to clipboard!- What is the most successful planning project you have led?
- Tell us about your experience leading a team.
- Have you managed multiple projects at once?
- How do you conduct market research?
- How have you overcome difficult situations?
- What do you do to prevent budget overruns?
- What do you prioritize in building client relationships?
- Tell us about your experience with risk management.
- How do you maintain team motivation?
- What do you do to generate new ideas?
