Marketing Manager (Genomics)

Location: Tokyo, Japan

Company

hirify.global develops genomic technologies that support early disease detection, diagnosis, treatment innovation, and broader health equity.

What you will do

• Develop and execute strategic marketing plans aligned with Japan’s commercial goals and business plans.
• Create go-to-market strategies, product positioning, and launch plans for the current genomics portfolio and new product introductions.
• Coordinate programs, events, tradeshows, and digital marketing resources, including milestones, metrics, and budget alignment.
• Analyze customer pipeline KPIs, marketing-qualified leads, opportunities, revenue targets, product mix, and pipeline coverage.
• Build customer engagement plans with sales, specialists, strategic growth, global teams, and channel partners.
• Serve as the Japan marketing point of contact across global product and customer segment marketing functions.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences, Marketing, or a related field; an advanced degree is preferred.
• At least 8 years of marketing experience in life sciences, genomics, or healthcare.
• Proven success driving the genomics market in Japan, including strategic marketing, product launches, and demand generation.
• Experience leading people or projects for 1–3+ years and working in highly matrixed global organizations.
• Familiarity with genetic technologies and their clinical or research applications, plus strong communication, storytelling, organizational, and project management skills.
• Written and spoken Japanese proficiency and excellent English command are required. Willingness to travel up to 25% is required.

Nice to have

• Advanced degree such as an MS or PhD, or an MBA.
• Background in business strategy, product management, consulting, or commercial roles.

Culture & Benefits

• Inclusive environment focused on belonging, collaboration, openness, and alternative perspectives.
• Employee Resource Groups provide career development, cultural awareness, and social responsibility opportunities.
• Zero-net pay gap commitment regardless of gender, ethnicity, or race.
• Equal opportunity employment with reasonable accommodations available during the application and interview process.
• This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship.