<p>Job <span class="Y2IQFc" lang="en">Description</span></p><ul><li>Proven experience delivering modernization initiatives for legacy systems at scale.</li><li>Comprehensive knowledge of cloud platforms and integrating artificial intelligence and machine learning solutions.</li><li>Skilled in DevOps methodologies and tools including container orchestration technologies.</li><li>Track record of leading enterprise architecture transformation projects for various sectors.</li><li>Experienced in presenting to executive-level stakeholders. Demonstrated ability to collaborate across teams and manage stakeholder relationships effectively.</li><li>Native-level proficiency in Japanese and professional fluency in English.</li></ul><p>Reference No. ：06940-0013325954</p><p> </p><p><em>By clicking 'apply', you are deemed to have agreed to Robert Half Japan Privacy Notice (</em><em><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><a href="https://www.roberthalf.com/jp/en/privacy">https://www.roberthalf.com/jp/en/privacy</a></span></em><em>). 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.</em></p><hr /><p><em>「応募」をクリックすることにより、お客様はロバート・ハーフ（以下、当社）のプライバシー通知（</em><em><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><a href="https://www.roberthalf.com/jp/ja/privacy">https://www.roberthalf.com/jp/ja/privacy</a></span></em><em>）に同意したものとみなされます。</em> <em>応募書類には、人種、信条、社会的身分、病歴、犯罪の経歴などの要配慮個人情報や、配偶者、扶養家族など採用選考に無関係な情報を含めないようご注意ください。記載する情報はすべて正確かつ真実であること、また、ハイパーリンクを含める場合には、安全性と信頼性が確保されていることをご確認ください。</em></p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/b3NrYXIudGFrZW5ha2EuNjY3NTEuMTA4OThAcmhpanAuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p>*Fluent Japanese/Business-level English will be needed for this role</p><p><strong>Company Profile<br /></strong><br />European-headquartered global retail company with a long-established presence in Japan. The group operates multiple business lines including fashion, lifestyle...<br /><br />This is a newly created position within the Japan organization, offering strong stability, long employee tenure, and close collaboration with the European HQ.<br /><br /><strong>The Role<br /></strong><br />The Head of IT will oversee all IT functions in Japan, covering both Infrastructure and Application domains. You will manage a team of IT professionals and work closely with senior stakeholders in Japan and Europe.<br /><br /><strong>Your Skills</strong></p><ul><li>Lead and manage all IT functions in Japan, including IT infrastructure, enterprise systems, and business applications</li><li>Oversee both Infrastructure and Application teams, ensuring stable operations and effective collaboration</li><li>Ensure effective use and operation of SAP systems (hands-on knowledge required)</li><li>Supervise systems related to business applications, e-commerce platforms (localization), and POS systems</li><li>Act as the primary IT contact for European HQ, aligning local requirements with global standards</li><li>Oversee vendor management and support issue resolution, particularly where coordination between infra and applications is required</li></ul><p>Required Qualifications<br />*Fluent Japanese/Business-level English</p><ul><li>Proven experience leading IT functions or major IT domains with people management skill set.</li><li>Strong background in IT Infrastructure</li><li>SAP knowledge is mandatory</li><li>Experience with POS systems and retail-related IT environments preferred</li><li>Retail industry or luxury experience preferred</li></ul><p><strong>Key Highlights of the Role</strong></p><ul><li>Newly created leadership role in stable environment with long employee tenure</li><li>Opportunity to develop people and influence business operations</li><li>Broad IT scope rather than narrow specialization</li><li>Total Compensation: Approx. JPY 15-16M, flexible depending on profile</li></ul><p><strong>Location</strong> <br />Tokyo</p><p><strong>Salary<br /></strong>13 million - 16 million yen</p><p>Reference Number: 06940-0013355646</p><p> </p><p><em>By clicking 'apply', you are deemed to have agreed to Robert Half Japan Privacy Notice (</em><a href="https://www.roberthalf.com/jp/en/privacy"><em>https://www.roberthalf.com/jp/en/privacy</em></a><em>). 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.</em></p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/RnJhbmNlcy5GYW4uODc5MjguMTA4OThAcmhpanAuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
