Principal Strategic Planning Associate (CRM @ Tokyo) at Medtronic

Koto-ku, Tokyo, Japan

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Mid-level (3 to 4 years), Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Medical Devices, HealthcareIndustries

Requirements

5+ years of experience in strategy/business planning or marketing in medical devices, pharmaceuticals, or healthcare industry
Practical business experience in English (e.g., business presentations and negotiations via phone conferences)
Experience leading cross-departmental projects
Experience in change management
Project management skills
Research, data analysis, and slide creation skills
Presentation skills
Business-level English proficiency in reading, writing, and conversation (e.g., capable of presentations and communication with overseas employees and physicians)
Ability to collaborate with diverse stakeholders internally/externally and domestically/internationally
Logical, data-driven thinking
Proactive in identifying issues, proposing solutions, and executing actions
Ability to handle multitasking
Ability to create change, engage others, and deliver results
Strong teamwork orientation
Bachelor's degree or higher (any field/major)

Responsibilities

Market and competitor analysis
Formulation of mid-to-long-term strategies
Compilation of global and domestic business reviews
Development and tracking of business unit scorecards
Proposal, launch, and promotion of new projects
Project management
Change management
Sharing of best practices

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Project ManagementMarket AnalysisCompetitor AnalysisData AnalysisStrategic PlanningChange ManagementPresentation SkillsBusiness EnglishSlide Creation

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What is the work arrangement for this role?

Remote work is the main working style, with in-person attendance required at the Shinagawa office for business reviews about 1-2 times every three months, and travel as needed.

What are the must-have skills and experience for this position?

Must-haves include 5 years of strategy/business planning or marketing experience in medical devices, pharmaceuticals, or healthcare; business-level English for presentations and negotiations; experience leading cross-departmental projects and change management; project management, research/data analysis, slide creation, and presentation skills.

What benefits does Medtronic offer?

Benefits include up to 360,000 yen annual childcare support, 6 weeks of leave for family caregiving or adoption, babysitter/childcare matching services, career development via mentor programs and e-learning, women's career network, stock purchase program, commuting/overtime/holiday allowances, and various holidays and leaves.

What is the salary for this position?

Medtronic offers a competitive salary and flexible benefits package, and this position is eligible for the Medtronic Incentive Plan (MIP) short-term incentive. No specific salary range is provided.

What qualities make a strong candidate for this role?

Strong candidates can collaborate with diverse stakeholders domestically and internationally, think logically and data-driven, proactively identify issues and drive solutions, handle multitasking, create change while engaging others, and value teamwork.

Medtronic

Develops and manufactures medical devices and therapies

About Medtronic

Medtronic provides medical technology, services, and solutions to improve patient care. The company develops a variety of medical devices, including pacemakers, insulin pumps, surgical tools, and neurostimulation devices, which help diagnose, prevent, and treat chronic diseases. These products are used by hospitals, clinics, and healthcare professionals around the world. Medtronic stands out from competitors by investing significantly in research and development to create new products and offering additional services like training and patient management programs. The goal of Medtronic is to enhance patient outcomes and lower healthcare costs through its comprehensive range of medical solutions.

Fridley, MinnesotaHeadquarters

1949Year Founded

$3.2MTotal Funding

IPOCompany Stage

Biotechnology, HealthcareIndustries

10,001+Employees