E-Commerce Manager, North Asia (Consumer brand)

E-Commerce Manager, North Asia (Consumer brand)Job OverviewOur client is seeking a commercially driven and platform-savvy E-Commerce Manager, North Asia to lead and scale our online marketplace business across North Asia, with a strict emphasis on Japan and South Korea.In this role, you will be dedicated to third-party marketplace ecosystems. You will formulate channel strategies, manage end-to-end platform operations, optimize marketplace-native advertising, and drive GMV growth across leading North Asia (mainly Japanese and Korean ) e-commerce platforms.Key Responsibilities1. Regional Marketplace Strategy & Platform OperationsFormulate and execute full-funnel marketplace growth strategies across North Asia, holding direct P&L accountability for Japan and South Korea channel performance.Manage end-to-end platform operations across key local marketplace channels (Mainly Japan & Korea market)Oversee official brand storefront management, product listing optimization, content staging, promotional calendars, and local inventory allocation.2. Commercial Growth & Mega-Campaign ExecutionPlan, negotiate, and execute key platform shopping festivalsDesign promotional mechanics, dynamic pricing, and exclusive marketplace bundling to maximize sales conversion, average order value (AOV), and profitability.Analyze platform-specific traffic dynamics, consumer behavior, and competitor share across target marketplaces to capture strategic growth opportunities.3. In-Platform Marketing & Traffic GenerationDrive marketplace-native advertising and performance marketingPartner with local marketplace account managers (AMs/MDs) to secure key visual placements, homepage banners, and participation in platform-curated promotional events.Leverage platform messaging and engagement toolkits (e.g., Naver TalkTalk, Line Official Accounts for marketplaces) to improve brand followership and repeat purchase rates.4. Supply Chain, Inventory & CompliancePartner with local vendor and local 3PL partners to manage marketplace fulfillment modelsOversee inventory replenishment forecasting, safety stock monitoring, and local return processing per platform SLA standards.Ensure all product listings adhere strictly to local platform guidelines, consumer protection laws, tax rules, and labeling standards in Japan and South Korea.5. Agency & Platform Relationship ManagementLead relationships with local TP (Third-Party) operators, marketplace account managers, and specialized digital marketing agencies in Japan and Korea.Monitor and report core operational metrics (GMV, Marketplace Take Rate, Conversion Rate, ROAS, Inventory Turnover, Seller Ratings) to senior leadership.Qualifications & RequirementsBachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, E-Commerce, International Trade, or a related field.Minimum 5+ years of dedicated e-commerce experience, with hands-on, operational mastery of marketplace channels being mandatory.Hands on experience in managing Japan market is a MUSTDeep understanding of backend seller portals, search algorithms, listing criteria, and promotional mechanics for platformsStrong data-driven approach utilizing seller central analytics, keyword rank tracking tools, and BI dashboards to drive commercial decisions.Fluent in English; business proficiency or fluency in Japanese and/or Korean is strongly preferredApplication Method:To apply for this position, please simply click on the “APPLY” button or send your full resume to (alexandra.leung@persolapac.com) word format indicating the job title.If you are not contacted by our consultants within 2 weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful. All applications will be treated in strict confidence and used for recruitment purposes only in accordance with PERSOL Hong Kong Limited’s Privacy Policy.PERSOL Hong Kong Limited: Employment Agency Licence No. 80860