Category Manager (Japan)

TL;DR

Category Manager (Japan): Growing seller communities as hirify.global launches into Japan with an accent on sourcing sellers, building partnerships, and advising sellers on business growth. Focus on marketing initiatives, on-app events, and data-driven strategic planning to propel the category forward.

Location: Remote or hybrid in Tokyo, Japan. Must live within commuting distance of the Tokyo hub.

Company

hirify.global is the largest livestream shopping platform in North America and Europe to buy, sell, and discover the things you love.

What you will do

• Source and recruit sellers to join hirify.global, leveraging social media, outbound channels, and in-person events.
• Partner with top sellers and strategic partners to build substantial businesses on hirify.global.
• Advise sellers on strategies to grow their businesses on hirify.global.
• Stay informed about seller and buyer needs to provide product feedback.
• Spearhead marketing initiatives, including influencer partnerships, to boost brand awareness.
• Organize and execute on-app events related to exciting products and fandoms.

Requirements

• 6+ years of experience in a client-facing role in high output environments (e.g., Strategy Consulting, Private Equity, or partnerships at a fast-paced tech company).
• Experience in a business development or partner-facing role.
• Ability to work in an ambiguous environment with limited guidance.
• Strong project management skills and the ability to own strategy and execution.
• Business acumen and analytical skills to understand and manipulate data.
• Fluent English and native Japanese.

Nice to have

• Experience at a high-growth startup, marketplace, or creator-focused platform.
• An existing network of sellers, creators, and influencers within a hirify.global product category.
• Proficiency in SQL.
• Passion for creator communities and/or expertise in existing hirify.global product categories.
• Experience buying and selling in online marketplaces.

Culture & Benefits

• Flexible Time off Policy and Company-wide Holidays.
• Health Insurance options including Medical, Dental, Vision.
• Work From Home Support.
• Home office setup allowance and monthly allowances for cell phone, internet, wellness, and commuter expenses.
• Annual allowance towards Childcare and lifetime benefit for family planning.
• Fully paid parental leave and pension plans.