10 results for Country Manager jobs

Operations and Governance Senior Manager

Tokyo,
remote
Permanent
10.0M - 15.0M JPY / Yearly
Company Profile A global professional services company supporting international businesses with corporate, accounting, payroll, tax, and related operational services is looking for a Senior Manager, Operations & Governance. The Role <ul><li>Reporting to the Japan Country Managing Director, you will coordinate internal governance, compliance, and cross-functional operational activities across the Japan business.</li><li>You will manage governance calendars, Board and shareholder meeting coordination, internal committees, action trackers, audit requests, compliance remediation, and regulatory licence renewals.</li><li>You will also oversee centralized non-client contract management and support projects involving corporate secretarial, payroll, banking, accounting, and tax teams.</li><li>This is an individual contributor role requiring strong influence and follow-through across multiple departments without direct reporting authority.</li></ul> Your Skills <ul><li>Fluent Japanese and business-level English are required, with strong written and verbal communication skills in both languages.</li><li>Experience working in a multinational organization and coordinating across multiple departments and senior stakeholders is essential.</li><li>Strong organizational skills and experience managing recurring deadlines, governance calendars, registers, trackers, and action logs are required.</li><li>Experience supporting governance, compliance, audits, regulatory licences, contracts, or operational risk activities is highly beneficial.</li><li>Experience within professional services, corporate services, consulting, outsourcing, legal, accounting, or another compliance-sensitive environment is preferred.</li><li>Familiarity with SharePoint or a similar document management system would be advantageous.</li></ul> Key Highlights of the Role <ul><li>Work directly with the Japan Country Managing Director and department heads.</li><li>Gain broad exposure across governance, compliance, audits, regulatory licences, contracts, and operational improvement.</li><li>Act as a central coordinator across several professional service functions.</li><li>Join a hybrid role based in Nihonbashi, with an approximately 50% work-from-home arrangement after the initial training period.</li><li>Take ownership of improving structure, consistency, and follow-through across the Japan business.</li></ul> Location Tokyo Salary 10 - 15 million yen Reference Number: 06940-0013467831 By clicking 'apply', you are deemed to have agreed to Robert Half Japan Privacy Notice (<a href="https://www.roberthalf.com/jp/en/privacy">https://www.roberthalf.com/jp/en/privacy</a>). Please ensure that your application documents do not include sensitive personal data such as race, beliefs, medical history, criminal record, or other information irrelevant to hiring process such as spouse or dependents. All information must be accurate and truthful, and any included hyperlinks must be safe and secure. <img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/TWVyZWkuSGF0YW5ha2EuMDE1ODYuMTA4OThAcmhpanAuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
2026-07-14T00:31:08Z

Accounting Manager

Tokyo,
remote
Permanent
8.0M - 12.0M JPY / Yearly
Company Profile<ul><li>An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced accounting professional to join a rapidly expanding international organization operating within the renewable energy and energy trading sector. This role will take ownership of the Japan accounting function, acting as the primary finance lead in-country while partnering closely with regional and global stakeholders.</li><li>This position is ideal for a hands-on accounting manager who enjoys working in a dynamic environment, establishing best practices, and supporting business growth.</li></ul> The Role<ul><li>Manage the full spectrum of accounting and financial reporting activities for the Japan entity</li><li>Oversee month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closing processes</li><li>Ensure compliance with Japanese GAAP, statutory, tax, and regulatory requirements</li><li>Coordinate external audits, tax filings, and relationships with accounting advisors</li><li>Prepare financial statements, management reports, and analysis for local and regional leadership</li><li>Manage cash flow monitoring and support treasury-related activities</li><li>Strengthen internal controls, governance, and accounting processes</li><li>Support budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning activities</li><li>Partner with business leaders and global finance teams on operational and strategic initiatives</li><li>Act as the primary finance representative for the Japan business</li></ul> Your Skills <ul><li>Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field</li><li>Solid accounting experience gained within multinational companies, energy, trading, technology, or professional services environments</li><li>Strong knowledge of Japan accounting and reporting requirements</li><li>Experience independently managing the accounting function or operating as a standalone accountant/controller</li><li>Business-level Japanese and English communication skills</li><li>Strong stakeholder management and business partnering capabilities</li><li>Hands-on approach with the ability to work autonomously in a growing organization</li></ul>Preferred Qualifications<ul><li>CPA, USCPA, Nissho Boki, or equivalent professional qualification</li><li>Experience working within international or matrix organizations</li><li>Exposure to IFRS reporting and multinational finance environments</li><li>Background in energy, utilities, commodities, infrastructure, or trading sectors</li></ul> Key Highlights of the Role <ul><li>Opportunity to take ownership of the Japan finance function</li><li>Fast-growing international organization within the energy transition sector</li><li>High visibility role with exposure to regional and global leadership</li><li>Collaborative and entrepreneurial work environment</li><li>Competitive compensation and long-term career growth opportunities</li></ul> Location Tokyo Salary8 - 12 million yen Reference Number: 06940-0013484757 By clicking 'apply', you are deemed to have agreed to Robert Half Japan Privacy Notice (<a href="https://www.roberthalf.com/jp/en/privacy">https://www.roberthalf.com/jp/en/privacy</a>). Please ensure that your application documents do not include sensitive personal data such as race, beliefs, medical history, criminal record, or other information irrelevant to hiring process such as spouse or dependents. All information must be accurate and truthful, and any included hyperlinks must be safe and secure. <img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/Z2luYS5raWt1Y2hpLjc1MjgyLjEwODk4QHJoaWpwLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-08-14T04:34:33Z

Finance Director

Tokyo,
remote
Permanent
15.0M - 18.0M JPY / Yearly
Company Overview Our client is a well-established international business operating within the entertainment, technology, and consumer services sector. With a strong global presence and a growing footprint in Japan, the company is seeking a hands-on Finance Director to lead its local finance function and serve as a key business partner to the Japan leadership team. The Japan organization is relatively lean and entrepreneurial, offering an opportunity for an experienced finance leader to make a visible impact on both financial operations and business performance. The Role<ul><li>Reporting to the Regional Finance leadership team and partnering closely with the Japan Country Head, the Finance Director will have full responsibility for the finance function in Japan.</li><li>This is a highly hands-on leadership position requiring someone who is comfortable rolling up their sleeves and being directly involved in month-end close, financial reporting, compliance, and operational finance activities, while also acting as a trusted advisor to the business. </li></ul>Key responsibilities include:<ul><li>Lead all aspects of financial accounting, reporting, month-end and year-end close activities</li><li>Ensure compliance with local statutory, tax, audit, and regulatory requirements</li><li>Prepare and review management reports, forecasts, budgets, and financial analysis</li><li>Partner with commercial and operational stakeholders to support strategic decision-making</li><li>Provide insights on business performance, profitability, cost management, and growth initiatives</li><li>Drive budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning processes</li><li>Manage relationships with external auditors, tax advisors, and outsourced service providers</li><li>Strengthen financial controls, processes, and governance frameworks</li><li>Support regional and global finance initiatives, systems improvements, and transformation projects</li><li>Lead and develop a small finance team while remaining actively involved in day-to-day operations</li></ul> Your Profile<ul><li>Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline</li><li>CPA, ACCA, or equivalent qualification preferred</li><li>Extensive finance leadership experience within an international organization</li><li>Proven track record in both controllership and business partnering responsibilities</li><li>Strong understanding of JGAAP, USGAAP, and local tax requirements</li><li>Comfortable working in a lean organization where hands-on involvement is required</li><li>Experience working within SMEs, growth-stage businesses, or organizations with limited local resources is highly desirable</li><li>Ability to operate effectively in a dynamic and entrepreneurial environment</li><li>Strong communication and stakeholder management skills</li><li>Native level of Japanese and Business level English required</li></ul> Why Apply?<ul><li>Opportunity to lead the entire Japan finance function</li><li>Broad exposure across finance operations, commercial partnering, and strategic decision-making</li><li>Highly visible role with direct interaction with senior leadership</li><li>Dynamic international environment with a collaborative culture</li><li>Ideal for a finance leader who enjoys balancing hands-on execution with business partnering responsibilities</li></ul> Location Tokyo Salary15 - 18 million yen Reference Number: 67040- 0013464810 By clicking 'apply', you are deemed to have agreed to Robert Half Japan Privacy Notice (<a href="https://www.roberthalf.com/jp/en/privacy">https://www.roberthalf.com/jp/en/privacy</a>). Please ensure that your application documents do not include sensitive personal data such as race, beliefs, medical history, criminal record, or other information irrelevant to hiring process such as spouse or dependents. All information must be accurate and truthful, and any included hyperlinks must be safe and secure. <img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/Z2luYS5raWt1Y2hpLjI0MzA1LjEwODk4QHJoaWpwLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-07-03T05:18:19Z

Finance Director

Tokyo,
remote
Permanent
16.0M - 20.0M JPY / Yearly
Company ProfileA global multinational company with a strong consumer and healthcare presence is seeking an experienced Finance leader to head the Japan finance organization. The company is undergoing a strategic finance transformation focused on enhancing business partnership, governance, operational efficiency, and organizational alignment across multiple business channels The Role<ul><li>Serve as the single point of accountability for the Finance function in Japan, overseeing financial performance, governance, and transparency across all business channels.</li><li>Lead and unify the Japan Finance organization, ensuring consistent standards, controls, and alignment with global finance strategy.</li><li>Act as a strategic business partner to local leadership, providing financial insight, driving business performance, and supporting growth initiatives.</li><li>Drive finance transformation through process standardization, automation, shared services implementation, and organizational efficiency initiatives.</li><li>Partner closely with APAC and Global Finance teams to deliver a unified financial narrative and ensure compliance with Group policies and controls.</li><li>Lead planning, forecasting, budgeting, reporting, governance, and M&A-related activities within the market.</li></ul> Your Skills <ul><li>Bachelor's or Master's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field; CPA or equivalent qualification preferred.</li><li>10+ years of progressive finance leadership experience, ideally as a Finance Director, Country Finance Head, or CFO.</li><li>Strong background in financial management, business partnering, governance, performance -management, and organizational transformation.</li><li>Experience operating within complex matrix organizations and managing multiple stakeholders at senior leadership level.</li><li>Proven track record in finance operating model transformation, process standardization, shared services, and efficiency programs.</li><li>Fluent English and Japanese communication skills are required.</li><li>Experience in retail, healthcare, medical devices, consumer products, or multinational environments is advantageous.</li></ul> Key Highlights of the Role <ul><li>Newly created No.1 Finance position in Japan, reflecting Sonova's global strategy to elevate Finance as a key driver of business performance and transformation.</li><li>Lead the integration and unification of wholesale and retail finance organizations into one cohesive structure.</li><li>Significant visibility with Japan leadership, APAC Finance, and Global Finance teams, providing strong regional and international exposure.</li><li>Opportunity to shape the future finance operating model through automation, standardization, and strategic transformation initiatives.</li><li>Join the global market leader in hearing care technology with well-known premium brands and a strong commitment to innovation and growth.</li><li>Play a critical role in supporting business expansion, operational excellence, and long-term value creation in Japan</li></ul> Location Tokyo Salary16 - 20 million yen Reference Number: 06940-0013474127 By clicking 'apply', you are deemed to have agreed to Robert Half Japan Privacy Notice (<a href="https://www.roberthalf.com/jp/en/privacy">https://www.roberthalf.com/jp/en/privacy</a>). Please ensure that your application documents do not include sensitive personal data such as race, beliefs, medical history, criminal record, or other information irrelevant to hiring process such as spouse or dependents. All information must be accurate and truthful, and any included hyperlinks must be safe and secure.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/TmFsaXNhbGEuS2Fybi4wNTg4Mi4xMDg5OEByaGlqcC5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
2026-07-23T07:26:55Z

Internal IT Manager

Kobe,
remote
Permanent
10.0M - 13.0M JPY / Yearly
IT Platform Manager (Kobe) Company ProfileThe Japan subsidiary of a global company operating worldwide in the food and beverage industry. With manufacturing sites, distribution centers, headquarters, and sales offices across the country, the company operates on a stable business foundation with employees from diverse backgrounds. It drives its business in close coordination with global headquarters and regional offices, and there are many opportunities to use English internally. The RoleThis role leads the operation and improvement of the IT infrastructure supporting the business-including cloud, network, servers, storage, virtualization, internal networks, Wi-Fi, and communication tools-across the company's factories, distribution centers, headquarters, and sales offices nationwide. Leading a team of approximately 30, you will work closely with internal departments, domestic and global IT teams, and external partners to deliver IT services that are safe, stable, and cost-efficient, while also driving infrastructure improvements, cloud adoption, security/compliance, and project execution in a role closely connected to the business.<ul><li>Lead the operation and improvement of overall IT infrastructure, including cloud, network, servers, and storage</li><li>Manage multiple IT infrastructure projects, including budget, schedule, and resource coordination</li><li>Ensure stable operation and quality improvement of Wi-Fi, wired networks, servers, etc. at domestic sites</li><li>Investigate and respond to IT infrastructure incidents affecting internal users, and drive recurrence-prevention measures</li><li>Organize response plans during major system outages, communicate with stakeholders, and assess impact</li><li>Coordinate and collaborate with global IT teams, domestic IT teams, and external vendors</li><li>Maintain and improve the IT infrastructure environment from a security, compliance, and risk management perspective</li><li>Support the design and implementation of cloud services underpinning data analytics platforms, IoT, and web/mobile applications</li><li>Understand the challenges and needs of business departments and propose/drive optimal IT solutions</li><li>Develop team members and foster a collaborative team environment</li></ul> Your Skills <ul><li>10+ years of hands-on experience in IT infrastructure</li><li>3+ years of team management experience</li><li>Broad knowledge and experience in IT infrastructure, including enterprise networks, servers, and cloud</li><li>Experience driving work in collaboration with global teams, domestic/international stakeholders, and external vendors</li><li>Experience managing cloud services (AWS, Azure, etc.) and enterprise networks</li><li>Language skills: Business-level English (used when collaborating with overseas IT teams and global stakeholders); Japanese is the primary language used internally</li></ul>|Preferred Qualifications<ul><li>Experience designing and operating IT infrastructure supporting consumer services, web services, mobile applications, etc.</li><li>Knowledge and experience in architecture</li><li>Experience working at a global company or in an organization spanning multiple departments</li><li>Experience managing IT vendors with a focus on quality, cost, and delivery</li><li>Knowledge and hands-on experience with network equipment such as Cisco and Aruba</li><li>Cloud-related certifications</li></ul> Key Highlights of the Role <ul><li>Relocation allowance</li><li>Company housing support</li></ul> Location Kobe Salary10 - 13 million yen Reference Number: 06940-0013458333 By clicking 'apply', you are deemed to have agreed to Robert Half Japan Privacy Notice (<a href="https://www.roberthalf.com/jp/en/privacy">https://www.roberthalf.com/jp/en/privacy</a>). Please ensure that your application documents do not include sensitive personal data such as race, beliefs, medical history, criminal record, or other information irrelevant to hiring process such as spouse or dependents. All information must be accurate and truthful, and any included hyperlinks must be safe and secure.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/RnJhbmNlcy5GYW4uNTU5MTcuMTA4OThAcmhpanAuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
2026-06-25T01:45:07Z

Head of Procurement Japan

Osaka,
remote
Permanent
15.0M - 15.0M JPY / Yearly
Company Profile<ul><li>A global healthcare company dedicated to improving patient outcomes through innovative medicines, healthcare solutions, and scientific advancements. Operating across multiple markets, the organization collaborates closely with regional and global teams to drive business growth, operational excellence, and long-term value creation.</li></ul>The Role<ul><li>Lead the Commercial Procurement function in Japan and serve as a key member of the Asia Pacific Procurement leadership team</li><li>Develop and execute procurement strategies aligned with local business priorities and regional objectives</li><li>Act as the primary liaison between local stakeholders and regional/global procurement teams to ensure business needs are effectively represented</li><li>Partner closely with senior leadership, including finance and business executives, to drive strategic procurement initiatives</li><li>Manage and coordinate procurement projects across local, regional, and global teams</li><li>Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, leverage scale, and deliver value through procurement excellence</li></ul>Your Skills<ul><li>Extensive experience in procurement, strategic sourcing, purchasing, or supply chain management</li><li>Proven people leadership and stakeholder management experience within a multinational environment</li><li>Experience partnering with senior business leaders and finance stakeholders</li><li>Strong ability to influence and collaborate across local, regional, and global functions</li><li>Demonstrated success in driving procurement transformation, cost optimization, and process improvement initiatives</li><li>Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship management skills</li><li>Business-level Japanese and English communication capabilities</li><li>Strong commercial acumen and strategic thinking skills</li></ul>Key Highlights of the Role<ul><li>Leadership position with responsibility for a country-level procurement organization</li><li>Opportunity to influence procurement strategy across both local and regional operations</li><li>Close partnership with executive leadership and key business stakeholders</li><li>Exposure to international projects and collaboration with global procurement teams</li><li>Join a highly respected global organization committed to innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement</li></ul>LocationOsakaAnnual SalaryJPY 15,000,000Reference Number06940-0013470955 By clicking "Apply", you are deemed to have agreed to Robert Half Japan's Privacy Notice (<a href="https://www.roberthalf.com/jp/en/privacy">https://www.roberthalf.com/jp/en/privacy</a>). Please ensure that your application documents do not include sensitive personal data such as race, beliefs, medical history, criminal record, or other information unrelated to the hiring process, including information regarding spouses or dependents. All information provided must be accurate and truthful, and any hyperlinks included must be safe and secure.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/dGFrdS55YW1hc2hpdGEuODAwNDEuMTA4OThAcmhpanAuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
2026-08-04T07:59:57Z

Strategy & Operations Manager

Tokyo,
remote
Permanent
10.0M - 10.0M JPY / Yearly
Company ProfileA global technology services company focused on supply chain, device lifecycle management, and operational excellence. The Role<ul><li>Lead cross-functional SCM and operations initiatives</li><li>Manage strategic projects and business improvement programs</li><li>Analyze logistics and operational performance data</li><li>Track KPIs for quality, delivery, cost, and productivity</li><li>Drive process improvement, standardization, and governance</li><li>Support key client projects and stakeholder alignment</li><li>Promote digital transformation and AI adoption</li><li>Support compliance, audit, and risk management activities</li></ul> Your Skills <ul><li>Experience in SCM, logistics, operations, business planning, or project management</li><li>Strong project management and stakeholder coordination skills</li><li>Data analysis and KPI management experience</li><li>Understanding of cost control and operational performance</li><li>Process improvement and problem-solving skills</li><li>Advanced Excel and PowerPoint skills</li><li>Experience with digital tools, automation, or AI initiatives</li><li>Strong communication and presentation skills</li></ul> Key Highlights of the Role <ul><li>Strategic and operational leadership role</li><li>High visibility across multiple functions</li><li>Drive business transformation initiatives</li><li>Strong ownership without people management</li></ul> Location Tokyo Salary10 million yen Reference Number: 06940-0013470968 By clicking 'apply', you are deemed to have agreed to Robert Half Japan Privacy Notice (<a href="https://www.roberthalf.com/jp/en/privacy">https://www.roberthalf.com/jp/en/privacy</a>). Please ensure that your application documents do not include sensitive personal data such as race, beliefs, medical history, criminal record, or other information irrelevant to hiring process such as spouse or dependents. All information must be accurate and truthful, and any included hyperlinks must be safe and secure.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/dGFrdS55YW1hc2hpdGEuNTYxOTYuMTA4OThAcmhpanAuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
2026-08-06T08:32:08Z

In-house - Business Strategy Director - FMCG

Tokyo,
remote
Permanent
18.0M - 23.0M JPY / Yearly
*Fluent level Japanese is needed Company ProfileA large, diversified retail and consumer services group operating multiple business lines, currently undergoing a major organization-wide transformation. The Role The organization currently leans heavily toward execution and is looking to strengthen its strategic capability. This role is responsible for bringing a business-strategy lens to a core business unit and leading its transformation from concept through execution. The Director will define the mid- to long-term growth strategy based on market, customer, competitive, and profitability analysis, identify priority issues, set the strategic agenda, build execution roadmaps, and drive key initiatives forward - engaging senior management and stakeholders in both Japanese and English. Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Develop the mid- to long-term strategy for the relevant business unit and translate it into a transformation roadmap, based on analysis of market, customer, competitive, and profitability dynamics</li><li>Define and prioritize strategic themes, and build execution plans with clear investment decisions and KPIs</li><li>Drive execution of strategic initiatives in partnership with Sales, Operations, Finance, HR, IT, and other departments</li><li>Report to senior management on business issues, strategic options, ROI, and progress; support key decisions and resolve issues as they arise</li><li>Align with global/regional stakeholders to build consensus on strategic direction</li><li>Help embed strategic thinking and prioritization into an organization that has historically been execution-focused, and support longer-term planning capability</li></ul> Your Skills <ul><li>Business-level Japanese and English, with the ability to negotiate and build consensus with senior management and global stakeholders</li><li>Working experience in Consulting/FMCG/Retail/Logistics/Trading Companies... are welcome to apply</li><li>Can manage a team above 10ppl</li><li>Track record of developing and executing business strategy end-to-end, ideally from an operating company, consulting firm, or similar environment</li><li>Strong analytical and problem-framing skills - able to identify root causes and structure complex issues into clear, decision-ready insights</li><li>Strategic thinking to define the future state of the business, paired with the ownership to see it through to execution</li><li>Strong leadership and stakeholder management, able to drive cross-functional projects across differing interests</li><li>Sound business judgment, balancing revenue, profitability, ROI, and operational impact, with the ability to act under ambiguity</li><li>Strong communication skills across both senior management and frontline teams</li></ul> Key Highlights of the Role <ul><li>New position in the company</li><li>Strategy + execution, not just planning</li><li>Broad, cross-functional experience</li></ul> Location Tokyo Salary18 - 23 million yen Reference Number: 06940-0013478213 By clicking 'apply', you are deemed to have agreed to Robert Half Japan Privacy Notice (<a href="https://www.roberthalf.com/jp/en/privacy">https://www.roberthalf.com/jp/en/privacy</a>). Please ensure that your application documents do not include sensitive personal data such as race, beliefs, medical history, criminal record, or other information irrelevant to hiring process such as spouse or dependents. All information must be accurate and truthful, and any included hyperlinks must be safe and secure. <img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/RnJhbmNlcy5GYW4uNzg5ODcuMTA4OThAcmhpanAuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
2026-07-29T00:43:59Z

[In-House] Digital Lead for Japan - Global leading FMCG company

Tokyo,
remote
Permanent
15.0M - 20.0M JPY / Yearly
Company ProfileA global consumer goods company with a strong presence in food, nutrition, and veterinary care, operating in over 80 countries with several well-known brands. They are currently driving a global digital transformation - modernizing core systems, building data and analytics capabilities, and exploring AI across the business. Japan is a key market in this effort. The Role<ul><li>Own the Japan digital agenda by partnering with the Japan Leadership Team to align and prioritize digital initiatives. Deliver digital capabilities to the business by coordinating global, regional, and local resources, and ensure strong support delivery through the global services organization.</li></ul> Your Skills <ul><li>Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field (preferred)</li><li>5+ years leading a digital function (IT or Data & Analytics)</li><li>Proven business partnership experience in a complex, multi-country, cross-functional environment</li><li>Strong English communication and negotiation skills</li><li>Track record delivering through others across local, regional, and global teams</li><li>Experience building and executing digital strategy with a leadership team</li><li>Strong understanding of information security, data protection, and compliance</li><li>Budget planning and cost management experience</li><li>FMCG industry experience preferred</li><li>Comfortable operating independently in an ambiguous, fast-changing environment</li><li>Preferred technical background: sales/trade technologies (TPM, revenue management), marketing automation, or digital commerce</li></ul> Key Highlights of the Role <ul><li>Act as the digital leader on the Japan Leadership Team, contributing to strategic discussions and translating business strategy into a digital roadmap</li><li>Serve as the main point of contact between Japan and regional/global Digital, Data & Analytics, and PMO teams</li><li>Maintain a single, prioritized view of all digital projects; track progress, risk, and value delivery</li><li>Mobilize and coordinate resources across product teams, vendors, and local/regional/global teams to ensure delivery</li><li>Own governance across budget, risk, and milestone tracking; escalate and resolve project risks</li><li>Manage the local digital function budget and participate in financial planning cycles</li><li>Partner with global shared services to ensure quality application support, escalating when service levels fall short</li><li>Ensure compliance with information security and data protection policies</li><li>Lead and develop the local digital team</li><li>Track emerging technologies and assess relevance to the business</li></ul> Location Tokyo Salary15 - 20 million yen Reference Number: 06940-0013465472 By clicking 'apply', you are deemed to have agreed to Robert Half Japan Privacy Notice (<a href="https://www.roberthalf.com/jp/en/privacy">https://www.roberthalf.com/jp/en/privacy</a>). Please ensure that your application documents do not include sensitive personal data such as race, beliefs, medical history, criminal record, or other information irrelevant to hiring process such as spouse or dependents. All information must be accurate and truthful, and any included hyperlinks must be safe and secure.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/RnJhbmNlcy5GYW4uNzA0NjYuMTA4OThAcmhpanAuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
2026-07-06T07:10:54Z

In-House Cloud Architect - (Leading Consumer goods distributor)

Tokyo,
remote
Permanent
10.0M - 15.0M JPY / Yearly
Company Profile A leading Global beverage enterprise with over 10k employees in Japan, producing and distributing diverse products across the country. Operating independently with a commitment to innovation, it collaborates with a global brand while catering to local preferences. The Role The company is upgrading its entire digital system and transitioning to a completely new cloud environment. Currently, they lack strong technical experts to successfully execute this large-scale project alongside the IT organization. Primary Responsibilities <ul><li>Architect end-to-end SAP technical solutions (sizing, HA/DR, performance)</li><li>Build Azure infrastructure for SAP workloads (VMs, storage, networking)</li><li>Implement monitoring, backup, and security frameworks</li><li>Integrate BTP, RISE with SAP, and hybrid cloud models</li><li>Drive cost optimization and governance standards</li><li>Partner with stakeholders on migration/transformation projects</li></ul>Core Requirements <ul><li>Experience: 12+ years in IT infrastructure</li><li>Azure cloud architecture: 5+ years minimum</li><li>SAP S/4HANA implementations: 2+ full lifecycle projects preferred</li><li>FMCG/retail sector: strong preference</li></ul> Your Skills <ul><li>Azure expertise: Hub-Spoke topology, Landing Zones, networking, security, cost governance</li><li>SAP Basis + HA/DR configurations (HANA replication, SQL Always On, Data Guard)</li><li>DevOps automation: IaC, CI/CD pipelines, GitHub</li><li>Multi-OS/database environments: Linux, Windows, Oracle, HANA, DB2, SQL Server</li><li>Native level of Japanese communication skill will be needed for this role</li></ul> Key Highlights of the Role <ul><li>You can play a key role as the strategic mind behind cloud architecture and have a good size of change management team and IT operational team to support achieve your goals</li><li>Completely global environment</li><li>Large-scale enterprise projects</li></ul> Location Tokyo Salary 10 - 15 million yen Reference Number: 06940-0013373737 By clicking 'apply', you are deemed to have agreed to Robert Half Japan Privacy Notice (<a href="https://www.roberthalf.com/jp/en/privacy">https://www.roberthalf.com/jp/en/privacy</a>). Please ensure that your application documents do not include sensitive personal data such as race, beliefs, medical history, criminal record, or other information irrelevant to hiring process such as spouse or dependents. All information must be accurate and truthful, and any included hyperlinks must be safe and secure. <img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/RnJhbmNlcy5GYW4uOTAxMzguMTA4OThAcmhpanAuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
2026-07-29T00:52:30Z