<p><strong>ABOUT KHAITE</strong></p> <p><em>KHAITE is a way of looking at the world. Shaped by formative encounters, cultural touchstones, and secret desires, this point of view comes to life through womenswear and accessories that find confidence in contrast. Each piece proposes a fresh balance of opposing elements- masculine and feminine, strength and softness, structure and fluidity- while embodying a signature sensuality and ease. </em></p> <p><em>Founded in 2016 by creative director Catherine Holstein and based in New York, KHAITE evolves with each season, building upon a foundation of robust yet polished items distinguished by exceptional materials, exquisite craftsmanship, and subtle yet striking details. </em></p> <p> </p> <p><strong>ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY</strong></p> <p>KHAITE is seeking a dynamic and strategic <strong>Senior Marketing Manager, Japan</strong> to lead and execute the brand’s marketing strategy and activities in the Japanese market. This role will be responsible for translating KHAITE’s global brand vision into locally relevant initiatives that drive brand awareness, client engagement, and retail performance.</p> <p>The Senior Marketing Manager will work closely with KHAITE’s Japan retail and commercial teams, department store marketing divisions, local PR agencies, external partners, and KHAITE’s New York headquarters. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of the Japanese luxury market, excellent relationship-building skills, strong project management capabilities, and a sophisticated understanding of luxury brand marketing and client engagement.</p> <p> </p> <p><strong>ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES</strong><strong> </strong></p> <p><strong>Japan Marketing Strategy & Execution</strong></p> <ul> <li>Develop and execute localized marketing initiatives that align with KHAITE’s global brand strategy and objectives.</li> <li>Manage the planning, execution, and measurement of marketing activities across Japan, ensuring consistency with KHAITE’s global brand identity.</li> <li>Identify opportunities to increase KHAITE’s visibility and engagement within the Japanese luxury market.</li> <li>Develop local marketing calendars and coordinate campaigns, activations, launches, and key brand moments.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Department Store & Local Partner Collaboration</strong></p> <ul> <li>Build and maintain strong relationships with department store marketing divisions and key local partners.</li> <li>Collaborate with department store teams on co-branded marketing initiatives, in-store campaigns, events, customer activations, and promotional opportunities.</li> <li>Coordinate with department store partners to maximize visibility and engagement around key product launches and retail moments.</li> <li>Manage timelines, deliverables, approvals, and reporting for department store marketing initiatives.</li> <li>Ensure all opportunities are vetted and approved with respective HQ partners.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Client & Retail Activations</strong></p> <ul> <li>Partner closely with the local Japan team to develop and execute client-focused activations that strengthen customer relationships and drive engagement aligning to Global Events & Experiences Guidelines.</li> <li>Plan and manage local events, including VIC experiences, trunk shows, private appointments, store events, and other client-facing initiatives.</li> <li>Identify opportunities to create meaningful experiences for KHAITE’s existing and prospective clients.</li> <li>Collaborate with retail teams to ensure marketing initiatives support commercial and clienteling objectives.</li> <li>Ensure all opportunities are vetted and approved with respective HQ partners.</li> </ul> <p><strong>LINE & Local Digital Marketing</strong></p> <ul> <li>Manage KHAITE’s Japan LINE presence, including channel launch, content planning best practices, scheduling, publishing, and ongoing optimization.</li> <li>Identify opportunities for localized LINE content that reflects KHAITE’s global social strategy and brand voice while being relevant to the Japanese consumer.</li> <li>Manage local digital and social content in close collaboration with HQ and external partners.</li> <li>Monitor engagement and performance and identify opportunities to grow KHAITE’s digital presence in Japan.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Content & Localization</strong></p> <ul> <li>Coordinate translation, localization, and adaptation of global brand content into Japanese while maintaining KHAITE’s brand voice and visual standards.</li> <li>Partner with HQ Marketing and Creative teams to ensure timely delivery of global assets and appropriate localization for Japan.</li> <li>Maintain a strong understanding of the Japanese luxury consumer and ensure content is culturally relevant and locally appropriate.</li> </ul> <p><strong>PR & Agency Management</strong></p> <ul> <li>Serve as a key point of contact for KHAITE’s local PR agency partners.</li> <li>Coordinate with agencies on PR, VIP dressing, influencer, media, event, and brand initiatives.</li> <li>Provide clear briefs, timelines, and brand direction to external partners.</li> <li>Monitor agency deliverables and ensure activities are aligned with KHAITE’s broader global mark