The Role
The Site Leader in Japan is responsible for Kobe factory and office as well as Tokyo sales office. As the aims of business are focussed towards growth profits and increasing shareholder return it is the responsibility of the Site leader to ensure that the company strategy is geared towards this. The Site Leader will report to the vertical president of Power and Nuclear and has full P&L responsibility.
Main Responsibilities
Develop and execute the companys business strategies in order to ensure customer excellence
Oversee the companys financial performance investments operational and risk management
Ensure company policies and legal guidelines are communicated all the way from the top down in the company and that they are followed at all times
Communicate and maintain trust relationships with shareholders business partners and authorities
Build on high performance culture with team managers to strengthen succesion and development
Lead continuous improvements by leveraging digital technology and optimizing manufacturing capabilities and Best Cost Country method
Work Environment
Opportunity to join a stable hard-working Japanese team that is dedicated to serving our customers
Strong Career progression opportunities
What We Are Looking For
Proven experience as Site leader or other managerial position with project-based manufacturing
Demonstrable experience in developing strategic and business plans and good planning and forecasting
Thorough knowledge of Japanese market changes and forces that influence the company
Strong understanding of corporate finance and measures of performance and financial acumen
Familiarity with corporate law and management best practices
Excellent communication negotiation interpersonal and presentation skills in Japanese language
Able to work across the organisation globally and with cultural sensitivity towards major Japanese firms
The successful candidate will be required to hit the ground running and quickly analyse the market and competition to understand the key challenges and opportunities. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing and driving strategy and comfortable balancing both short- and long-term results.
We do much more than creating simple components for customers – we look for ways of solving industry problems that have an impact on everyday life.