<p><strong>Company Profile </strong><br /><br />Our client is a fast-growing, late-stage AI (Artifical Intelligence) startup company (Series-E, backed by top-tier investors) on a mission to transform how organizations make complex decisions. The business is accelerating its global expansion, particularly across North America and Europe, and seeking to hire one (1) experienced member to its Tokyo-based global strategy office.<br /><br />This remains a confidential search at this stage, and we are working directly with the Global Head of Strategy to introduce a small, carefully selected group of qualified candidates into the interview process.<br /><br /><strong>The Role </strong><br /><br />We are seeking a Strategy Lead to join a team of three and report to Global CSO based in Tokyo. The new hire will manage firm-wide strategic projects (at both the corporate and product-strategy level), including both organic and inorganic (M&A) growth initiatives, with a strong emphasis on global expansion, particularly across the US and Europe.<br /><br />This role partners closely with senior leadership and works across functions to shape long-term strategy, evaluate new opportunities, and support execution in a dynamic, high-growth environment.<br /><br />In this position you will:<br /><br />* Work alongside Global CSO and lead global firm-wide strategic initiatives across growth, product portfolio strategy, market expansion, and overall corporate strategy, with a strong focus on further accelerating expansion across the US, Europe.<br /><br />* Support opportunistic inorganic growth activities overseas (e.g. acqusitions, other equity tie-ups or alliances) including market screening, business case development, DD and M&A-related work.<br /><br />* Work closely with product and business leaders on product-level strategy and prioritization.<br /><br />* Conduct high-impact analyses and develop clear, data-driven recommendations for senior stakeholders.<br /><br />* Act as a strategic bridge between global and local teams.<br /><br />* The role does not manage people directly, but involves signficant stakeholders mangement.<br /><br /><br /><strong>Your Skills </strong><br /><br />* 7-15 years of experience; background in strategy or management consulting at a reputable firm (manager level or equivalent strongly preferred) or startup experience in similar role, or a combination of consulting and startup / high-growth company experience.<br /><br />* Bicultural profile, with dynamic mindset with strong cross-cultural communication skills. Fully fluent in English (strategy team operates largerly in English), Business-level Japanese fluency (N1 or equivalent) to engage with local teams.<br /><br />* Proven ability to work independently and drive initiatives with a high degree of autonomy, in a fast-growing environment, while collaborating effectively with diverse stakeholders both locally and in the US/Europe.<br /><br />* Experience with due diligence and familarity with M&A is a strong plus<br /><br />* Prior exposure to AI, SaaS, or emerging technologies<br /><br /><br /><strong>Key Highlights of the Role </strong><br /><br />* High-impact role at one of the most successful and fastest-growing AI startup in its field<br /><br />* Unparalleled exposure to global business, extremely rare to find in Japan<br /><br />* Global team using english extensively, fostering a flexible, international and sustainable culture<br /> </p><p><strong>Location </strong></p><p>Tokyo</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Salary</strong></p><p>17 - 20 million yen + stock options</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p>Reference Number: 06940-0013358132</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/QWxiZXJ0by5GdXJsYW4uODk4OTYuMTA4OThAcmhpanAuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p><strong>Company Profile</strong></p><p>An internationally iconic outdoor and lifestyle brand - one whose products, values, and environmental mission have built a cult following across more than 60 countries - is growing its Japan Technology team. With a strong retail and e-commerce presence in Japan and deep integration into global systems spanning the US, EMEA, and APAC, this is a company where technology decisions carry real weight, and where the culture genuinely reflects what the brand stands for.</p><p> </p><p><strong>The Role</strong></p><ul><li>The Technology division is expanding its TPM function in 2026, creating a newly defined role that sits between business strategy and technical execution - you won't be inheriting a rigid structure, you'll be helping shape one</li><li>As the Enterprise Technical Product Manager for Japan, you will own the roadmap and prioritization decisions for enterprise platforms</li><li>You will work closely with Business Analysts who surface the business challenges, then take the lead on determining which solution path is most appropriate - global adoption, local customization, or net-new build</li><li>You will represent Japan in live global platform discussions currently underway around CRM consolidation and CDP migration, aligning with US and EMEA counterparts</li><li>Day-to-day you will manage the product backlog, write user stories, drive sprint planning, and make clear trade-off decisions on scope, quality, and schedule in collaboration with Engineering, QA, and external vendors</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Your Skills </strong></p><ul><li>Some background in product management, business analysis, ERP consulting, or IT project management - seniority matters less than genuine interest in owning strategy</li><li>Working knowledge of enterprise systems such as Microsoft Dynamics 365 or Salesforce is a strong advantage; deep ERP consulting experience is particularly well-suited to this role</li><li>Native or near-native Japanese is required - the majority of internal stakeholder communication is conducted in Japanese</li><li>Business-level English for global team collaboration - live strategy conversations with international counterparts are a regular part of this role</li><li>A mindset that asks "why" before "how" - comfortable sitting with ambiguity and working toward a reasoned recommendation rather than jumping to the first available solution</li><li>Currently based in Japan and holds valid work authorization (Japanese citizenship, permanent residency, or a valid work visa)</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Key Highlights of the Role </strong></p><ul><li>Full flextime with no core hours</li><li>Overtime is fully compensated on top of base salary - a meaningful differentiator in Japan's IT market where unpaid overtime is still common</li><li>A company-wide day off once a month, no on-call obligations after hours, and genuinely low overtime expectations</li><li>Regular use of English with global teams across the US and EMEA - a real opportunity for professionals who want international exposure built into their daily work</li><li>Personal discount on the brand's own products, ski resort access and company-organized outdoor events</li><li>Hybrid working with just two office days per week</li></ul><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Location </strong></p><p>Kanagawa</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Salary</strong></p><p>6 - 9 million yen</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p>Reference Number: 06940-0013400740</p><p> </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/S2hhbmcuTGUuMTM5NTQuMTA4OThAcmhpanAuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p><strong>Company Profile</strong></p><p>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.</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>The Role</strong></p><p>As an Integration Manager, you will play a central role in driving a multi-year ERP and DX initiative - bridging corporate strategy and on-the-ground execution. You'll oversee cross-functional project delivery, manage risks and dependencies across workstreams, and ensure new systems, processes, and ways of working are successfully adopted across the organization.<br /><br />What You'll Do</p><ul><li>Plan, manage, and integrate multiple projects and workstreams end-to-end, including schedule, cost, risk, quality, and dependency tracking (RAID log management)</li><li>Identify and escalate cross-program issues and risks; facilitate decision-making and consensus-building with senior stakeholders</li><li>Act as a key connector between leadership, business units, IT, operations, and external partners</li><li>Standardize data definitions and processes across departments to drive company-wide optimization</li><li>Leverage PM tools, BI platforms, and AI to improve operational efficiency and enable data-driven decisions</li><li>Support change management, team capability building, and sustainable adoption of new ways of working</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Your Skills </strong></p><p>What We're Looking For</p><ul><li>-Proven track record leading large-scale DX or ERP transformation programs (PMO, PM, or consulting background welcomed)</li><li>-Strong project management skills; PMP certification a plus</li><li>-Excellent cross-functional coordination, stakeholder management, and communication skills</li><li>-Structured thinking with the ability to prepare executive-level reporting materials</li></ul><p><br />Nice to Have</p><ul><li>-SAP S/4HANA migration experience (Greenfield or Brownfield)</li><li>-Multi-project program management experience</li><li>-Background in consumer goods or manufacturing industry reform</li><li>-Business and system requirements definition experience</li><li>-Hands-on experience with AI and data analytics implementation </li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Key Highlights of the Role </strong></p><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><p> </p><p><strong>Location </strong></p><p>Tokyo</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Salary</strong></p><p>10 - 16 million yen</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p>Reference Number: 06940-0013395404</p><p> </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/RnJhbmNlcy5GYW4uMTg5OTEuMTA4OThAcmhpanAuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p><strong>The Role</strong></p><ul><li>Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution or equivalent professional experience in equity and derivatives operations</li><li>Professional proficiency in both Japanese and English, including business-level written and oral communication skills</li><li>Previous experience in settlement operations within financial institutions (such as brokerage firms, custodian banks, or clearinghouses)</li><li>In-depth knowledge and hands-on experience with financial products, specifically equity trading and/or derivatives</li><li>Strong skills in Microsoft Office programs (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Location </strong></p><p>Tokyo</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Salary</strong></p><p>10 million yen</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p>Reference Number: 67040-0013352179</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/b3NrYXIudGFrZW5ha2EuNjU2NjUuMTA4OThAcmhpanAuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
