4 results for Supply Chain Consultant in Japan

Global Mobility Value & Supply Chain Strategy Specialist

Tokyo,
remote
Permanent
10.0M - 10.0M JPY / Yearly
Business OverviewYou will be responsible for global business design, operational planning, and ongoing management. Depending on the assignment, overseas travel or relocation may be required. Main Responsibilities:<ol><li>Design value chains in collaboration with business strategy and relevant internal departments.</li><li>Plan and manage supply chain operations, including developing production and sales inventory plans for finished vehicles.</li><li>Plan and operate logistics systems in partnership with logistics providers.</li><li>Develop procurement strategies for key strategic parts under your management.</li></ol> Examples of Specific Duties:<ul><li>Utilize digital data and coordinate with local subsidiaries and marketing teams to collect market and customer trend information; lead optimal production and sales inventory planning with relevant internal departments.</li><li>Select partners and plan logistics operations to ensure products are delivered directly and promptly to customers.</li><li>Identify potential supply chain risks from social conditions, and develop strategies and solutions to address them.</li><li>Create procurement strategies for essential parts and materials, establishing the foundation for new value propositions.</li></ul> Background for RecruitmentOur company is redefining the relationship between people and mobility, focusing on delivering new experience value through software technology. We are building high-value products, a circular supply chain, and an online direct sales channel that allows deep and lasting customer connections. With a zero-to-one launch planned in North America and Japan from 2026 onwards, we are simultaneously conducting mid- and long-term strategy planning. We are looking for individuals who can act hands-on in unexplored areas, implementing unique partnership and asset-light approaches distinctive to our company. Team StructureYou will be part of a small team, working directly with domestic and international partners, as well as internal stakeholders in management, procurement, and the US local entity. Required Skills & Experience<ul><li>Required:<ul><li>Industry experience is not required; you must have experience launching new initiatives from scratch, not just managing existing operations.</li><li>Experience setting high targets and leading reform in the following areas: business strategy, value chain planning, supply chain planning, business planning, logistics planning, procurement, production management, sales.</li><li>Experience negotiating with external partners.</li></ul></li><li>Preferred:<ul><li>Experience in the automotive or EV industry.</li><li>Experience working overseas, especially in North America.</li><li>Experience in a leadership or similar role.</li></ul></li></ul> Language Ability<ul><li>TOEIC score of 600 or above.</li><li>Higher English proficiency is preferred, as assignments may require frequent communication with overseas partners and travel.</li></ul> Career Development OpportunitiesAfter launching a project, you can:<ul><li>Gain experience in managing value chains and supply chains.</li><li>Expand your career into advanced strategy and planning roles. As we offer products and services globally, you will have the opportunity to implement your own initiatives on-site and be involved with projects end-to-end.</li></ul> Location Tokyo Salary10 million yen Reference Number: 06940-0013404201 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/dGFrdS55YW1hc2hpdGEuMjMyMzEuMTA4OThAcmhpanAuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
2026-04-09T07:40:20Z

Project Manager

Tokyo,
remote
Permanent
13.0M - 16.0M JPY / Yearly
Company ProfileThey are one of the most respected IT Software and IT Services provider within supply chain and logistic industry. With exponential increase in online consumption, their business is expected to double in the next 3-5 years. The Role<ul><li>Manages multiple, concurrent consulting projects of moderate to high complexity</li><li>Resolves project issues including budget, timeline, and scope</li><li>Provides regular project communication and status reporting</li><li>Manages project quality to ensure customer satisfaction and ROI</li><li>Builds collaborative relationship that increases customer's perception of the value The company brings to their business and expands future business opportunities</li><li>Leads project team in the resolution of customer project issues, escalating to appropriate parties as needed</li><li>Collaborates with appropriate The company resources on customer's business, organization and culture to strengthen customer relationships</li><li>Facilitates Change Request process during active projects</li><li>Identifies project resource requirements and updates appropriate systems to drive forecast and resource needs</li><li>Creates and manages project budgets, invoice process and Accounting process for the various types of project (i.e., time & materials, fixed bid, milestone acceptance, etc..)</li><li>Manages A/R for all Consulting Projects to ensure payments are processed within the negotiated terms</li><li>Maximizes margin on Consulting projects</li><li>Maintains Customer and Project sites within The company tools</li><li>Coordinates and facilitates system handover to Support Services</li><li>Provides guidance, feedback, coaching, mentoring and developmental experiences to project team</li><li>Ensures compliance with The company's implemenation methodology on each Consulting project</li><li>Able to perform The company project quality audits</li><li>Maintain the Global Project dashboard for their active projects and manages remedy plan for escalated Consulting projects</li><li>Manages Project Teams of 3 to 12 Associates, including self</li><li>Travels within JAPAN region as required for project success</li></ul> Your Skills <ul><li>Minimum 5+ years enterprise application software implementation project management experience, with a proven track record delivering large scale complex projects.</li><li>Experience in S&OP, Demand Planning, Supply Planning, Factory Planning, Warehouse Management or Transport Management experience is highly advantageous.</li><li>Proven track record of successfully managing projects of at least USD750k in value, on-time and on-budget. Outstanding presentation, facilitation, communication and negotiation skills.</li><li>Highly organized and ability to multi-task on multiple workstreams</li><li>Customer-focused account and stakeholder management skills.</li><li>Knowledge and understanding of the consulting services offering and complexity of implementations.</li><li>Understanding of broad competitive services market.</li><li>Demonstrated relationships with Industry system integrators.</li><li>High comfort level and presence with senior executives</li><li>Experience and success selling implementation consulting services.</li><li>Ability to manage project challenges and risks with proposed mitigation plans</li></ul> Key Highlights of the Role <ul><li>This role will focus on managing the delivery of large scale/multi-streams implementation projects for key/strategic clients, across Japan region.</li><li>Based in Japan, this person will manage all aspects of packaged software implementation projects, leading multiple work streams and delivering through a team of colleagues from across Japan and globally.</li></ul> Location Tokyo Salary13 - 16 million yen Reference Number: 06940-0013424887 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/YWhtYWQucm95YW5pLjE5MTU5LjEwODk4QHJoaWpwLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-05-12T00:47:15Z

Lead Specialist , Distribution & Logistics

Tokyo,
remote
Permanent
7.0M - 7.0M JPY / Yearly
Company Overview<ul><li>This is a stable and growing company providing logistics and supply chain solutions to the global market. The organization emphasizes site-based operations and teamwork, continuously striving to enhance customer satisfaction both domestically and internationally. Employees can expect an environment focused on ongoing improvement and close interdepartmental collaboration across multiple sites.</li></ul> Position Summary<ul><li>Monitor daily warehouse operations, adjusting work schedules and personnel assignments for optimal efficiency</li><li>Coordinate with external partners to prioritize tasks, manage delivery deadlines, and improve operational processes</li><li>Track, analyze, and report on operational quality and performance metrics to drive ongoing process improvement</li><li>Organize and compile operational data, preparing reports using Excel and other tools</li><li>Build and strengthen relationships with internal and external stakeholders, supporting warehouse operations during peak periods or emergencies as needed</li></ul> Qualifications<ul><li>Hands-on experience in warehouse operations or the 3PL (third-party logistics) industry</li><li>User experience with ERP, WMS, or other integrated management systems</li><li>Demonstrated history of implementing efficiency and quality improvements in operational settings</li><li>Leadership or supervisory experience is preferred</li><li>Strong logical thinking skills, with proficiency in Excel (including functions), Word, and PowerPoint</li><li>Knowledge or practical experience in quality control or statistical analysis is an advantage</li><li>English reading and writing skills are welcomed</li></ul> Key Points<ul><li>Opportunity to improve operational processes at a growing company with a diverse, international clientele</li><li>Hands-on environment where you can contribute to workflow design and process optimization</li><li>Workplace emphasizes teamwork and collaboration, supporting career growth through diverse partnerships</li></ul> Location Tokyo Salary 7,000,000 JPY Reference Number: 06940-0013403349 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/dGFrdS55YW1hc2hpdGEuMTE3OTUuMTA4OThAcmhpanAuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
2026-04-16T00:38:42Z

[In-House] Logistics system Project Manager

Tokyo,
remote
Permanent
9.0M - 12.5M JPY / Yearly
Company ProfileA 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 - [In-House] Logistics system Project Manager - (Leading Consumer goods distributor) We are driving a company-wide digital transformation to become a world-class organization. You will join the Transformation Office and lead the digitalization of our logistics operations - bridging business needs and technology to deliver real impact. What You'll Do<ul><li>Define and drive the product strategy and roadmap for SCM/logistics systems (TMS/WMS)</li><li>Act as the bridge between business and IT teams - translating requirements in both directions</li><li>Manage stakeholders across departments and ensure project goals stay aligned with business needs</li><li>Support change management and help new processes take root across the organization</li><li>Track KPIs, report progress, and identify areas for continuous improvement</li></ul> Your Skills <ul><li>Fluent level Japanese</li><li>5+ years of project or product management experience</li><li>Hands-on experience with TMS, WMS, or broader SCM operations</li><li>Strong understanding of logistics technology (IoT, AI/ML, etc.)</li><li>Ability to translate business goals into digital solutions</li><li>Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills</li><li>Strong analytical and problem-solving mindset</li></ul> Nice to Have<ul><li>Experience leading large-scale DX projects</li><li>Vendor management experience</li><li>Background in FMCG or manufacturing</li><li>Business-level English</li></ul> Key Highlights of the Role <ul><li>Join one of the largest enterprise-level transformation programs in a stable, profitable industry</li><li>Be part of a newly established, globally diverse team - over 90% of members have joined within the last two years</li></ul> Location Tokyo Salary9 - 12.5 million yen Reference Number: 06940-0013439174 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/RnJhbmNlcy5GYW4uNjgzNTcuMTA4OThAcmhpanAuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
2026-05-18T07:17:19Z