Spotify

Growth Manager - Japan

Tokyo, Japan

Not SpecifiedCompensation
Mid-level (3 to 4 years), Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Consumer Software, Entertainment, Data & AnalyticsIndustries

Requirements

Candidates should have a minimum of 3+ years of experience in growth marketing, subscription-based business models, or digital consumer products, with a proven track record of driving user growth and engagement in the Japan market. They should be comfortable driving hands-on execution of CRM campaign setups, using tools and platforms to deliver impactful results, and analyzing campaign performance through Tableau dashboards and BigQuery data, turning insights into actionable improvements. A deep understanding of Japanese consumer behaviors, media trends, and cultural nuances is also required.

Responsibilities

As a Growth Manager, you will strategically apply on-platform tools and off-platform media to drive user acquisition and retention, leading and managing the full lifecycle of growth campaigns from initiation to post-campaign analysis. You will discover opportunities to test new platforms and tools, collaborate with diverse teams including Marketing, Content, Analytics, Product, Business Strategy, and external partners to ensure campaigns are aligned with business goals and localized for the Japanese market. A key focus will be on enhancing scalability across multiple markets by regionalizing successful initiatives and driving Japan-specific initiatives while working to improve the user journey across touchpoints.

Skills

User Acquisition
Retention
Campaign Management
Data Analysis
Marketing
Growth Strategies
Digital Marketing
Social Media
Product Marketing
A/B Testing
Localization
Cross-functional Collaboration

Spotify

Digital music streaming service with podcasts

About Spotify

Spotify provides a digital music streaming service that allows users to access millions of songs and podcasts from various artists and creators. Users can choose between a free plan, which includes advertisements, and a premium subscription that offers an ad-free experience along with features like offline listening and higher sound quality. This tiered model caters to different user preferences and budgets. Spotify generates revenue through subscription fees from premium users and advertising from the free tier. Unlike its competitors, Spotify stands out with its extensive music library, user-friendly interface, and personalized playlists. The company's goal is to connect listeners with a wide range of audio content while supporting artists and advertisers.

Key Metrics

Stockholms kommun, SwedenHeadquarters
2006Year Founded
$2,004.2MTotal Funding
IPOCompany Stage
Consumer Software, EntertainmentIndustries
10,001+Employees

Benefits

Extensive learning opportunities, through our dedicated team, GreenHouse
Global parental leave, six months off - fully paid - for all new parents
Flexible public holidays, swap days off according to your values and beliefs
Flexible share incentives letting you choose how you share in our success
All The Feels, our employee assistance program and self-care hub
Spotify On Tour, join your colleagues on trips to industry festivals and events

Risks

Accidental display of adult content may harm Spotify's reputation.
Creating its own music to avoid royalties could lead to legal issues.
Layoffs may affect Spotify's operational efficiency and employee morale.

Differentiation

Spotify offers a vast library of music and podcasts globally.
The platform's user-friendly interface enhances user experience and engagement.
Spotify's personalized playlists cater to individual user preferences.

Upsides

Spotify's AI-powered Wrapped feature enhances user engagement and personalization.
Expansion into political podcasting taps into new audience segments.
Growing podcast popularity in Africa presents expansion opportunities for Spotify.

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