A leading global fintech organization is seeking a Senior Manager - Data Science & Strategy Analytics to drive data-driven decision-making across its Japan business. This role sits at the intersection of advanced analytics, commercial strategy, and executive stakeholder engagement, helping unlock insights from large-scale transactional and operational data. You will partner with senior leadership to support revenue growth, market expansion, and strategic planning initiatives in the digital payments ecosystem.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead high-impact data science initiatives supporting business growth and market strategy in Japan.
- Apply advanced statistical modeling and machine learning techniques to large-scale transactional datasets.
- Develop scalable analytical models to optimize revenue, performance, and operational efficiency.
- Translate analytical insights into clear, actionable recommendations for senior stakeholders.
- Support annual strategic planning and long-term growth forecasting processes.
- Identify performance gaps and market opportunities through data analysis and benchmarking.
- Build and maintain executive dashboards to ensure reporting accuracy and data integrity.
- Conduct root-cause analysis to investigate performance issues and data discrepancies.
- Collaborate cross-functionally with product, sales, marketing, consulting, and operations teams.
- Present analytical findings and strategic recommendations to senior leadership.
- Mentor team members and promote best practices in analytics and data science.
Required Skills and Qualifications
Experience:
- 10+ years of experience applying statistical analysis and machine learning techniques to business problems.
- Advanced degree in a quantitative field such as Statistics, Mathematics, Economics, Engineering, or Computer Science.
- Hands-on experience working with large-scale datasets and predictive modeling.
- Strong programming expertise in SQL and Python (experience with R, Spark, Hive, TensorFlow, PyTorch, or scikit-learn is beneficial).
- Experience developing scalable predictive models and forecasting frameworks.
- Experience with data visualization tools such as Tableau or Power BI.
- Deep knowledge of statistical modeling techniques including regression, gradient boosting, neural networks, and forecasting methods.
- Strong business acumen with the ability to link analytics insights to revenue and profitability outcomes.
- Experience in fintech, payments, retail banking, or related financial services industries.
Soft Skills:
- Strategic thinker with strong analytical and critical reasoning ability.
- Executive presence and confidence communicating with senior stakeholders.
- Highly collaborative mindset with the ability to work across cross-functional teams.
- Detail-oriented approach with strong analytical rigor.
- Ability to translate complex data models into clear business narratives.
- Strong intellectual curiosity and continuous learning mindset.
- Comfortable operating in dynamic, matrixed environments.
Language Requirements:
- Japanese: Fluent
- English: Fluent
Preferred Skills & Qualifications
- Experience supporting corporate strategy or business planning initiatives.
- Exposure to pricing analytics, revenue optimization, or economic modeling.
- Experience working in high-volume transactional or platform-based business environments.
- Experience in regional or global organizations.
- Experience leading analytics teams or mentoring data scientists.
About the Company
Our client is a global technology company operating at the center of the digital commerce and financial services ecosystem. The organization provides secure, scalable infrastructure and advanced analytics solutions that enable businesses and consumers to transact seamlessly across international markets.
Why You'll Love Working Here
- Competitive executive-level compensation package (¥17M-¥20M).
- Direct exposure to senior leadership and strategic decision-making.
- Opportunity to influence revenue growth and market expansion strategies.
- Access to large-scale, high-quality data assets across international markets.
- Collaboration with high-performing regional and global teams.
- Strong long-term career growth within a globally recognized fintech organization.
- Hybrid working environment offering flexibility and work-life balance.
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