Senior Manager, Strategy and Operations - Tokyo - Japan
Core
Senior Manager acting as the General Manager's force multiplier in Japan, converting strategic ambition into structured execution and driving cross-functional initiatives.
Role type
Senior Manager, Strategy and Operations (Individual Contributor)
Builds
Strategic roadmaps, operating rhythms, and high-impact project portfolios for an AI commerce platform.
Domain
AI commerce, e-commerce, consumer technology, and strategic partnerships in Japan.
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Strategic problem structuring, analytical work for board materials, cross-functional project management, external alliance architecture, CXO-level representation, market entry execution, deal structuring
Preferred skills
Operating with ambiguity, influencing without authority, matrixed environment experience
Technologies
Vertex AI, Gemini, Imagen
Responsibilities
Develop and stress-test the Glance AI strategy including product positioning and monetization; lead analytical work for strategy reviews and annual operating plans; own and drive a portfolio of 3–5 cross-functional initiatives; architect the Japan partner landscape across device distribution and platform partners; represent the GM in CXO-level conversations with carriers, OEMs, and regulators
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC