Company Description
At Western Digital, our vision is to power global innovation and push the boundaries of technology to make what you thought was once impossible, possible.
At our core, Western Digital is a company of problem solvers. People achieve extraordinary things given the right technology. For decades, we've been doing just that. Our technology helped people put a man on the moon.
We are a key partner to some of the largest and highest growth organizations in the world. From energizing the most competitive gaming platforms, to enabling systems to make cities safer and cars smarter and more connected, to powering the data centers behind many of the world's biggest companies and public cloud, Western Digital is fueling a brighter, smarter future.
Binge-watch any shows, use social media or shop online lately? You'll find Western Digital supporting the storage infrastructure behind many of these platforms. And, that flash memory card that captures and preserves your most precious moments? That's us, too.
We offer an expansive portfolio of technologies, storage devices and platforms for business and consumers alike. Our data-centric solutions are comprised of the Western Digital, G-Technology, SanDisk and WD brands.
Today's exceptional challenges require your unique skills. It's You & Western Digital. Together, we're the next BIG thing in data.
Job Description
<採用ポジション>
PR&コミュニケーションマネージャー (PR & Communications Manager)
<職務内容>
ウエスタンデジタルでは、日本およびAPJC地域において、コーポレート・コミュニケーションおよび製品広報プログラムを企画・推進し、当社の企業評価、ブランド力、プレゼンスの向上を実現する、成果志向のコミュニケーション専門人材を募集しています。Japan PR & Communications Managerとして、経営陣と緊密に連携し、主要市場におけるコミュニケーション課題の特定と優先順位付けを行っていただきます。グローバルコミュニケーション戦略に沿いながら、日本におけるビジネスをサポートする各種プログラムを企画・実行していただきます。PR チーム、代理店チームと連携し、エンゲージメント向上を目指したストーリー展開やコミュニケーション施策を開発していただきます。
アーンドメディア、ソーシャルメディア、インフルエンサー、イベント、スポンサードコンテンツを担当範囲とし、より幅広いキャンペーンにも参画していただきます。本ポジションはグローバル・コーポレート・マーケティング組織に属し、日本国内のPR会社およびソーシャルメディア代理店チームをマネジメントし、地域内の主要なコーポレート、マーケティング、セールス部門の関係者と密接に協力していただきます。
勤務地は神奈川県藤沢市のオフィスとなり、APJC コーポレート・コミュニケーションチームへレポートします。国内の頻繁な出張、および、海外出張が発生する場合があります。ビジネスレベル(Fluency)英語力、及び、ネイティブレベルの日本語能力は必須です。
具体的な業務は以下の通り。
- 日本におけるPR&コミュニケーション戦略を統括し、地域代理店チームをマネジメント・指導
- グローバルコミュニケーション部門、日本のマーケティング・セールス責任者と協働し、アーンドメディアとペイドメディアを横断したコミュニケーションプログラム・キャンペーンを展開
- 合意されたKPIに基づき、地域代理店による活動実施をマネジメント
- コンシューマー製品のレビュー・アワードプログラムをサポート
- コミュニケーション計画の策定および実行を監督
- 製品・企業ニュースの地域展開・配信をマネジメントし、代理店と協力してローカルコンテンツを生成
- 主要なビジネス・業界メディアとの関係構築・維持
- 地域内の主要イベントに関するコミュニケーション活動をマネジメント
- メインニュースサイクル以外でのモメンタム創出のための革新的キャンペーンを実施
Western Digital is looking for a results-oriented communications professional to develop and drive corporate and product communications programs for Japan and within the APJC region to increase Western Digital's reputation, brand and presence. As Japan PR & Communications Manager, you'll partner closely with senior regional leadership to identify and prioritize communications needs across key markets. Experienced in integrated communications, you'll develop and oversee regional programs that support local business priorities while laddering up to the global communications strategy. You'll work with subject matter experts and your internal PR and agency teams to develop narratives, story angles, and communications assets to boost engagement with our audiences.
Covering earned media, social media, influencers, events and sponsored content, with involvement in wider integrated campaigns, this role reports into the Global Corporate Marketing organization. The role will manage retained PR and social media agency teams in Japan and will cooperate closely with key corporate, marketing and sales stakeholders in region.
The role will be based in our Fujisawa, Japan office, and will report into the APJC corporate communications team. Frequent travel within the region and infrequent international travel may be expected. Fluent in English and native level Japanese are required.
Responsibilities
- Oversee the PR & Communications strategy for the Japan region, managing and guiding the regional agency team
- Work with international communications and regional marketing and sales leads to deliver integrated communications programs and campaigns across earned and paid media
- Manage regional agencies to execute regional activities against agreed KPIs
- Support a reviews and awards program for consumer products
- Develop and oversee the implementation of communications plans
- Manage and assist in regionalizing and distributing product and company news and work with agencies to generate local content
- Develop and manage relationships with key business & trade media
- Manage communications around key events in region
- Execute creative campaigns for momentum media activity outside main news cycle
Qualifications
<必須となる経験、資格、スキル>
- コミュニケーション、マーケティング、または関連分野の学士号(修士号以上歓迎)
- グローバルテクノロジー企業または代理店におけるコミュニケーション・リーダーシップ経験 6年以上
- B2B/エンタープライズ・テクノロジー分野における確固たる実務経験
- アジア太平洋地域、特に日本におけるキャンペーンのリード経験
- エンタープライズおよびコンシューマー向けテクノロジー製品のマルチチャネル・コミュニケーションキャンペーンの企画・マネジメント経験
- あらゆるステークホルダーと協働でき、経営陣への戦略的アドバイザーとして行動できる能力
- Western Digitalの戦略的・競争的ポジションへの理解
- スピード感のあるダイナミックな環境下で、複数プロジェクトを円滑に遂行できる能力
- 卓越したコミュニケーション力、ライティングスキル、プレゼンテーション能力
- 英語:ビジネスレベル(Fluency)
- 日本語:ネイティブレベル
- Bachelor's degree in Communications, Marketing or related field of study. Advanced degree is a plus
- 6+ years communications leadership experience within a global technology company or agency
- A strong background of B2B / enterprise technology experience.
- Demonstrated experience leading integrated regional campaigns across Asia Pacific, specifically Japan.
- Experience creating and managing multi-channel communications campaigns for enterprise and consumer technologies.
- The ability to interface with stakeholders at all levels, across departments and geographies and act as a strategic advisor to senior leadership.
- Understanding of Western Digital's strategic and competitive position
- Ability to gracefully handle multiple projects in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
- Exceptional communications, writing and presentation skills.
Additional Information
<求人概要>
【想定年収】800万円 ~ 1200万円
月給:60万円以上 ※経験・スキルを勘案の上、決定
【雇用会社】ウエスタンデジタルテクノロジーズ合同会社/ウエスタンデジタルマーケティング合同会社
【勤務地詳細】神奈川県藤沢市桐原町1番地 (湘南台駅よりバス10分)
【勤務時間】8:45~17:15 (休憩1時間)※実働7時間30分/日
【諸手当】
-通勤手当(上限15万円/月)
※電車・バス・自家用車(ガソリン代支給)通勤可
-入社に伴い転居が必要な方に対する手当※社内規定による
引越手当(独身者/単身者:450,000円、家族帯同:750,000円)
家賃補助(最長入社から6年間)
【昇給】あり
【賞与】年1回 (インセンティブボーナス)
【休日休暇】
-完全週休2日制(土日)、祝日、年末年始、夏季休暇、GW休暇
-年間休日 126日(2025年実績)
-休暇制度(有給、傷病、慶弔、リフレッシュ、介護、出産 他)
※有給休暇:初年度は入社月によって2日-24日付与(翌年1月より24日付与)
※傷病休暇:風邪・病気や怪我の際に使用でき、年間5日付与
【各種保険】
健康保険(健康保険組合)、厚生年金、雇用保険、労災保険
【福利厚生】
退職金・年金制度(退職一時金、確定給付企業年金、確定拠出年金:401K)、
財形貯蓄制度、自社株購入制度、弔慰金・祝金・見舞金、制度保険(団体生命
・団体医療保険)
【試用期間】あり(入社後3ヶ月)
【選考フロー】
書類選考(履歴書、職務経歴書)→ 面接4回程度(対面・オンライン)
※応募書類: 履歴書・職務経歴書(いずれも日本語)、及び、英語レジュメ
※英語面接を実施予定
Western Digital thrives on the power and potential of diversity. As a global company, we believe the most effective way to embrace the diversity of our customers and communities is to mirror it from within. We believe the fusion of various perspectives results in the best outcomes for our employees, our company, our customers, and the world around us. We are committed to an inclusive environment where every individual can thrive through a sense of belonging, respect and contribution.
Western Digital is committed to offering opportunities to applicants with disabilities and ensuring all candidates can successfully navigate our careers website and our hiring process. Please contact us at [email protected] to advise us of your accommodation request. In your email, please include a description of the specific accommodation you are requesting as well as the job title and requisition number of the position for which you are applying.
Notice To Candidates: Please be aware that Western Digital and its subsidiaries will never request payment as a condition for applying for a position or receiving an offer of employment. Should you encounter any such requests, please report it immediately to Western Digital Ethics Helpline or email [email protected].
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