
Manager, System Economics & Competitive Intelligence
About the role
Job Description Summary: Manager, System Economics & Competitive Intelligence Reports to: Senior Director, Financial Planning & Analysis Location: Tokyo, Japan Job Summary
The Manager, System Economics & Competitive Intelligence for the Japan & South Korea Operating Unit is responsible for integrating the analysis of system economics, competitive dynamics, and market performance to inform strategic decision‑making, identifying risks, opportunities.
Focus, Scope, & Impact:
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Partner with Performance Management and Business Insights managers to run the analysis of macro-economic trends (e.g., GDP, inflation, FX, consumer confidence, demographics, regulation) and assess implications for system performance in Japan and South Korea.
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Monitor and interpret industry and beverage market trends, including category growth, channel shifts, changing consumption occasions, and customer dynamics.
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Lead competitive intelligence, including monitoring competitor strategies, pricing actions, promotions, innovation, and route-to-market shifts.
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Synthesize internal and external data to assess competitive threats and opportunities.
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Own and lead Industry OI pool calculation for Japan & South Korea, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and timely delivery.
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Partner with Franchise Finance teams to consolidate and benchmark the OU System view, identify and track system risks and opportunities.
KEY SUCCESS PARAMETERSKnowledge & Experience
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More than 5 years' experience in financial planning or commercial finance
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Ability to work in a diverse cultural environment as a highly effective communicator and influencer at all levels with the ability to communicate complex situations in simple ways
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Experience in managing bottling relations
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Profound understanding of existing business models and competitive dynamics Work Focus
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