Marketing Supervisor (Courtyard by Marriott Nagoya)

Role summary

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The Marketing Supervisor supports the hotel’s marketing, communications, promotions, digital presence, and local partnership activities. Requirements typically include experience in hotel marketing, public relations, communications, or a related field; strong written and spoken Japanese and English; good knowledge of social media and digital marketing; and confidence working with media, agencies, guests, and hotel departments. The successful candidate is expected to be organized, creative, commercially aware, and able to manage several campaigns and deadlines at once. Familiarity with Marriott brand standards, local tourism trends, content creation, and basic marketing analysis would be advantageous. Hospitality experience and the ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment are likely to be valued.

About the employer

Courtyard by Marriott Nagoya is part of Marriott International’s Courtyard brand, which serves business and leisure travelers seeking practical, comfortable accommodation with modern services. The property operates within Marriott’s global hospitality network and benefits from established standards in guest service, food and beverage, technology, training, and loyalty programs. A hotel marketing team typically works closely with rooms, food and beverage, sales, revenue management, and external tourism partners to promote the property and attract local and international guests. Marriott is one of the world’s largest hotel companies, with a broad portfolio of brands and properties across many countries. Employees may gain exposure to international operating standards, structured training, career mobility, and a multicultural working environment. Exact benefits, responsibilities, and employment terms depend on the hotel and the final offer.

Working in Japan

Japan offers opportunities in hotels, restaurants, tourism, retail, technology, education, and international business, especially in cities such as Tokyo, Osaka, Kyoto, Nagoya, and Fukuoka. Work culture generally values punctuality, preparation, teamwork, courtesy, and respect for hierarchy, although international hotels are often more diverse and flexible. Japan provides excellent public transport, reliable services, safe neighborhoods, and varied lifestyles, from busy urban living to quieter coastal and mountain communities. Housing in major cities can be expensive, and Japanese language ability greatly improves both career prospects and daily life. Foreign employees normally need a suitable work status, such as Engineer/Specialist in Humanities/International Services, and should secure employer sponsorship before starting work. The employer usually supports the Certificate of Eligibility process, but applicants must meet immigration and document requirements. New arrivals should budget for deposits, transport, health insurance, pension, taxes, and settling-in costs.