Key Objectives
Join our Buying team in Tokyo and report to the Head of Buying. You will
build seasonal buy plans, source inventory through trusted marketplace
partners and ensure every purchase aligns to the customer needs and
commercial goals of Eco Brand Japan.
Your Personality
We're searching for business-minded fashion enthusiasts with a sharp eye
for trends. Success in this role comes from balancing an analytical,
data-driven mindset with confident communication and relationship
building, both locally and internationally.
Requirements
- Exceptional organisation and multi-tasking across a fast-moving schedule.
- Advanced spreadsheet skills including vlookup, sumproduct and index functions.
- Positive, energetic outlook with excellent verbal and written communication.
- Ability to suggest data-informed action plans with creativity and clarity.
- Comfort receiving regular feedback and iterating quickly.
- Experience thriving in changing environments with proven self-initiative.
- Collaborative mindset with the independence to own your workload.
- Availability to travel domestically and internationally on a regular basis.
- Confident negotiator with persuasive storytelling and research-driven insights.
- Detail-oriented, research-focused approach and luxury brand knowledge (nice to have).
- Valid Japan work visa with at least one year of eligibility remaining.
Main Duties & Responsibilities
- Master our product database, pricing architecture and compliance standards.
- Research emerging trends and resale pricing to inform buying strategies.
- Participate in domestic and international marketplaces, including live bidding.
- Expand sourcing opportunities by nurturing new and existing partnerships.
- Authenticate handbags, accessories, apparel and more to protect brand trust.
- Develop business relationships with local companies and suppliers.
- Support physical review of inventory, including standing, bending, lifting and travel.
This overview reflects core responsibilities. Additional duties may be assigned as our business evolves.
Hours & Travel
This is a full-time, 40-hour role with regular travel within and beyond
Tokyo. When office-based, the schedule runs Monday to Friday, 9:30 to
18:30. Travel may require weekend work with compensatory days off to
maintain a five-day work week.
The six-month probation period includes two months focused on office
training, followed by four months of travel across Tokyo and other
domestic regions depending on performance.
Education & Language
- Bachelor's degree or higher.
- Japanese language proficiency of JLPT N2 or above.
- Fluent or native English communication.
- Mandarin, Cantonese or Korean at business level is highly valued.
Compensation & Benefits
- Commission bonus eligibility after one year, paid monthly based on results.
- Reimbursed commuter costs from home to office.
- Company-covered travel expenses for assignments outside Greater Tokyo, including transport, hotels and meals.
- Regular domestic and international travel opportunities after probation, up to 30–40% of time.
What You Need to Know
- Eligibility: Working Holiday Visa holders are not eligible to apply. Visa renewal sponsorship after six months of proven performance.
Interview Process
- Video conference (initial screen).
- In-person interview.
- Job offer.
Applicants living in Tokyo will be given priority. If you plan to relocate to the Greater Tokyo Area, please mention it in your cover letter.
Submit Your Application
Upload your resume and cover letter so we can learn more about your experience. PDF,
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