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Event Operations Manager | International Environment

Tokyo 23 Wards Permanent ¥70,000,000 - ¥90,000,000 per year Foreign Multinational View Job Description
Lead the planning and execution of logistics for corporate events, conferences, and brand experiences across Japan and APAC.Manage venues, suppliers, transportation, accommodation, budgets, and on-site operations to ensure seamless event delivery.
  • Work on high-profile events for internationally recognized brands.
  • Collaborate with global teams in a fast-paced, creative environment.

About Our Client

Our client is a globally recognized experiential marketing agency that creates memorable brand experiences for leading international brands. With a collaborative, people-first culture and a strong focus on creativity and operational excellence, the company offers the opportunity to work on exciting, large-scale projects in a dynamic and international environment.

Job Description

  • Lead logistics planning and operations for meetings, conferences, brand activations, and experiential events.
  • Develop detailed operational plans, production schedules, and event timelines.
  • Coordinate transportation, accommodation, venue operations, catering, staffing, security, and guest services.
  • Manage attendee registration, airport transfers, VIP logistics, and on-site guest experiences.
  • Prepare operational documentation including run sheets, transport schedules, venue plans, and contingency plans.
  • Ensure compliance with health, safety, and risk management requirements.
  • Research, source, and negotiate with venues, hotels, and external suppliers.
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with vendors and service providers.
  • Work closely with producers, account teams, creatives, and external partners to deliver successful events.
  • Manage logistics budgets, track supplier costs, and oversee post-event reconciliations.
  • Lead on-site event operations and resolve operational issues efficiently.



The Successful Applicant

  • Business-level Japanese and fluent-level English communication skills.
  • 5+ years of experience in event operations, logistics, hospitality, travel, MICE, DMC, or large-scale event management.
  • Experience coordinating transportation, accommodation, and venue logistics for corporate events.
  • Strong project management and organizational skills with excellent attention to detail.

What's on Offer

  • Opportunity to work for a leading global experiential marketing agency.
  • Exposure to high-profile international events and brand experience projects.
  • Collaborative and multicultural working environment.
  • High level of ownership and autonomy over event operations.
  • Opportunity to work across Japan and the Asia-Pacific region.
  • Career growth within an internationally recognized organization.
  • Dynamic, creative, and fast-paced workplace where no two projects are the same.



Contact
Airi Sato
Quote job ref
JN-072026-7061827
Phone number
+81 366276107

Job summary

Function
Marketing
Specialisation
Exhibitions / Events & Experiential
Specialisation
Media & Agency
Location
Tokyo 23 Wards
Job Type
Permanent
Consultant name
Airi Sato
Consultant phone
+81 366276107
Job Reference
JN-072026-7061827
Company Type
Foreign Multinational

Diversity & Inclusion at Michael Page

We don't just accept difference - we celebrate it. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply for this role and are committed to building inclusive, diverse workplaces where everyone can thrive. If you require any support or reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know.