Ukrainian Language Marketer (Unit Leader)

Why we are hiring

For years, Japanese products have enjoyed strong global popularity, and at ZenMarket, our mission remains to bridge the gap between Japan and the world. Our Ukrainian-language marketing team is now entering a phase of new leadership, and we are looking for a dedicated digital marketing specialist to help us reach new records in the Ukrainian-speaking market.

In this role, you will leverage your expertise in paid advertising, social media, and influencer partnerships to develop innovative strategies for expanding our Ukrainian-speaking user base. If you are seeking a new challenge, join our international team of over 40 digital marketing professionals and grow your career in an environment that encourages ownership, creativity, and continuous development.

Main Duties

• PPC marketing (Google Ads, FB Ads, Reddit Ads, native paid channels)
• Social media marketing (IG, FB, X, Reddit and others)
• Influencer marketing (Sponsorship, Collaboration, Integration,etc.)
• Content Marketing (SEO, Organic Marketing,etc.)
• Email marketing (Mass & Niche Marketing)
• Data analysis (Google Analytics, Google Sheets, Looker Studio, etc.)
• Localization (Translate EN content in Italian)
• Project Management (experience setting KPIs and leading projects to improve the Italian market)

Who We Are Looking For

Must-Have Skills

• Proven leadership experience (team lead, project lead, or equivalent)
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in digital marketing (PPC, SEO, Social media, etc.)
• Strong proficiency in Google Sheets (data management, analysis, and reporting)

Preferred Skills

• Hands-on experience with GA4 and Looker Studio
• Practical experience managing PPC campaigns, including Google Ads and Meta Ads
• Strong analytical and reporting skills, with the ability to derive actionable insights from data

Personality

• Data-Focused
  Brings practical experience with PPC campaigns and naturally bases decisions on metrics. Enthusiastic about using data to identify opportunities, solve problems, and improve performance.
  
• Adaptable & Culturally Aware
  Comfortable working in a multicultural environment and able to adjust communication styles to collaborate effectively with digital marketers from around the world.
  
• Proactive Attitude
  Self-motivated to grow professionally and achieve goals. Enjoys taking on challenges, maintains a positive mindset when facing obstacles, and takes initiative without requiring constant supervision.
  
• Team-Oriented
  Values clear communication and collaboration to reach shared goals. Open to giving and receiving constructive feedback to support team growth.
  
• Can-Do Mindset
  Maintains focus and positivity in a fast-paced environment, with the flexibility to pivot quickly when priorities change.
  

About Us

ZenGroup is an e-commerce company based in Osaka, Japan, with over 400 active employees across our headquarters and logistics centers. With a diverse workforce representing more than 34 nationalities, we support the international market in purchasing products from Japan and help Japanese companies sell their products overseas.

ZenGroup currently operates the following six services:

• ZenMarket: A proxy-buying platform that enables international customers to shop in their own language on major Japanese e-commerce sites such as Mercari, Yahoo Auctions, Yahoo Shopping, and more.
  
• ZenPlus: An e-commerce marketplace that connects over 3,000 small to mid-sized Japanese businesses with international customers.
  
• ZenPromo: A promotional service that helps Japanese companies refine their international marketing strategies and build global brand awareness.
  
• ZenPop: A monthly subscription box service offering curated stationery items that highlight Japanese kawaii culture and other cultural elements.
  
• ZenLink: An HTML tag-based service for Japanese e-commerce companies that enables their products to be purchased on ZenMarket, driving international web traffic to their stores.
  
• ZenStudio: A creative agency specializing in web design and video production, supporting businesses entering digital media or enhancing their e-commerce presence to meet modern trends.
  
  Today, our platform has over 2 million registered users, is available in 19 languages, and serves customers in over 181 countries across six continents—delivering Japanese products to the world.

Selection Process

Position	Ukrainian Language Marketer (Unit Leader)
Department	ZenMarket Marketing Division, Ukrainian Language Unit, Marketer: 1
Contract Type	Permanent employee (full time)
Positions Available	1
Reason for hire	Vacancy
Working Hours	Standard working hours: 9:15 AM – 6:15 PM (8 working hours / 1 hour break) Flextime available: Start work anytime between 7:00 AM – 10:00 AM, with up to 2 hours of break time per day. *Standard working hours apply during the initial training period (approx. 2 months).
Work Location	Osaka Sakaisuji L Tower, 1 Chome-7-7 Kawaramachi, Chuo, Osaka, Osaka Prefecture, Japan *On-site
Access	Osaka Metro Chuo Line Sakaisuji Honmachi Station 6 mins
Salary	Based on previous experience and ability ・Bonus: twice a year (June and December) ・Salary evaluation: once a year ・3-month probationary period (Salary same as above) ・If the required period of employment is not met, the employee will not be eligible for their initial bonus.
Other Allowances	・Overtime (paid by minute) ・Transportation allowance (up to ¥30,000/month) ・Managerial allowance
Days Off & Vacation Leave	・5-day workweek (Saturday & Sunday off) ・New Year holiday (4 days) ・Paid leave (26 days in year 1) ・Congratulatory and condolence leave ・Maternity/paternity leave ・Child care leave ・Personal day leave *Work is required on national holidays, excluding the New Year holiday.
Benefits	・Complete social insurance (workers’ compensation, employment, health, welfare pension) ・Business casual dress code ・Training system (job-specific, level-specific training) ・Japanese/English lessons ・In-house club activities (karaoke, day camp, etc.) ・Monthly company events ・Free tea and coffee
Regarding Paid Vacation	26 days of paid leave are provided from the first year, with the number increasing annually. In 2024, the paid leave usage rate exceeded 80%.