Marketing Executive (JFOODO)

About the Company:

Our client is a government-affiliated organization dedicated to promoting Japanese food and agricultural exports through strategic marketing initiatives and business development. The Hong Kong office plays a key role in supporting promotional activities, facilitating local partnerships, and enhancing the visibility of Japanese products in the market. With a strong focus on trade promotion, integrated marketing, and stakeholder engagement, the organization works to strengthen economic ties and drive mutual growth between Japan and the region.


Position: Marketing Executive (1-Year Contract)
Employment Type: Secondment Contract (Contract Employee)
Location: Wan Chai
Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM- 5:00 PM
Salary: Negotiable

Job Description

1. Promotion Support (Integrated Marketing Communication and Food Culture Promotion)

• Coordinate arrangements, contract procedures, and communications based on instructions from the headquarters.
• Act as the local liaison for events and activities commissioned by the headquarters.
• Provide support for business trips by visiting staff from the headquarters.
• Assist in the implementation of locally commissioned integrated marketing communication activities, including:
• Stakeholder hearing
• Content planning and preparation
• Public tender and contract procedures
• Logistics and other arrangements
• Translation and interpretation
• Progress tracking
• Coordination with contractors and on-site management
• Report compilation and expense processing
• Liaison and coordination with stakeholders

2. Support for Field Marketers

• Manage contract execution, payment procedures, and related communications.
• Receive and review monthly reports and submit them to the headquarters.

3. Export Support Platform Operations (Local Market)

• Assist with platform-related tasks, including:
• Stakeholder hearing
• Preparations and logistics
• Report compilation and expense processing
• Participate in regular meetings.
• Support business network expansion by:
• Approaching wholesalers, restaurants, and retailers
• Scheduling appointments
• Attending interviews
• Preparing meeting notes

4. Other Responsibilities

• Manage general inquiries and act as the local contact point.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in corporate promotion or sales; experience in the food industry is a plus.
• Business-level proficiency in Japanese, Cantonese, and English, with strong communication skills to engage effectively with stakeholders.
• Proficient in standard software applications (e-mail, web browsers) and Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Accurate and efficient in data entry and editing, with strong attention to detail.
• Extension of the contract period and/or change in employment type after the contract ends is subject to discussion.