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Schrödinger, Inc.

Head of Marketing, Japan Tokyo

Schrödinger, Inc., Jackson, Mississippi, United States

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Schrödinger KK, a Japanese subsidiary of Schrödinger in the United States, seeks a

Head of Marketing

to lead our marketing initiatives across Japan.

As the Head of Marketing for Japan, you will build and lead a high performing marketing team while establishing Schrödinger as the premier choice for computational chemistry and life science and material science solutions among pharmaceutical, biotech, and materials companies across Japan. As part of this role, the Head of Marketing is expected to lead beyond the marketing function and act as a key voice in shaping the company's growth trajectory in Japan.

Who will love this job:

A strategic marketing leader with experience in B2B technology or scientific software marketing

A data-driven marketer who excels at measuring campaign performance and ROI

An excellent communicator with exceptional presentation skills

A collaborative builder who can construct and manage a high-performance team

A detail-oriented professional who thrives in an innovative environment

An adaptable strategist who enjoys navigating the unique aspects of the Japanese market

What you’ll do:

Serve as a core member of the Japan Leadership Team (JLT), contributing to the strategic direction, organizational development, and overall success of Schrödinger KK

Analyze Japan's market trends, customer behavior, and competitive landscape to provide strategic insights and contribute directly to the development of the Medium-Term Financial Plan (MTFP)

Drive strategic new customer acquisition in the Materials and Life Science sectors by identifying high-potential segments and executing focused campaigns to establish a robust presence in untapped markets

Develop and execute comprehensive marketing strategies for the Japan market to drive brand awareness, lead generation, and market penetration

Take ownership of key marketing performance indicators, including MQLs, SQLs, MGOs, and MGRs , while developing comprehensive strategies across the entire sales cycle

Actively promote Schrödinger Japan through external media such as TV appearances, public speaking engagements, and industry panels

Lead internal PR initiatives, including the planning and facilitation of company-wide townhalls, to foster organizational alignment and enhance internal communication across all departments

Plan and manage participation in key industry conferences, trade shows, and academic conferences

Collaborate with global Marketing team to localize campaigns and adapt global strategies for the Japanese market

Work closely with Japan Sales and Application Scientists teams to developing marketing qualified leads and support the entire customer journey from awareness to conversion

Coordinate with headquarters to ensure consistent global brand messaging while maintaining local business and cultural relevance for Japanese customers

What you’ll need:

Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Business, or related fields

At least eight years of marketing experience

Proven track record of developing successful marketing strategies and marketing teams

Demonstrated expertise in lead management, sales funnel optimization, and marketing KPI tracking

Native Japanese language skills for all business communications, content creation, and market research

Proficient English communication skills

Fluency in marketing platforms, CRM systems, digital marketing tools, and analytics platforms

Understanding of the Japanese business culture and B2B sales cycles

Pay and Perks: Schrödinger understands that it’s people that make a company great. Because of this, we’re prepared to offer a competitive salary, bonus plan, and benefits, which includes mutual-aid retirement plans, over three weeks of paid vacation time, numerous company holidays, a parental and care giver leave program, and healthcare through our partnership with the Japanese Health Insurance Association, and professional development opportunities including trainings and continuous education support.

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