Applus IDIADA
Automotive Engineering
BranchManagerJapan
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“Branch Manager Japan at Applus IDIADA. Skills: Country management, Financial management, Operations management. Oversee office management operations. Ensure implementation of policies and procedures”
Industry & Context.
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
10+ years country management, Bachelor's in Business, Finance, or Engineering, Native or fluent Japanese, Advanced English (written and spoken), Proven track record managing multi-site operations, Financial management expertise
Nice to Have
Experience in automotive, engineering services, or IT sectors
What You'll Do.
Oversee office management operations
Ensure implementation of policies and procedures
Serve as legal representative
Manage office facilities
Manage vendor relationships
Manage IT infrastructure
Manage administrative systems
Take responsibility for Japan budget planning
Administer Japan budget
Prepare consolidated financial reports
Prepare variance analysis
Control operational expenses
Optimize cost-effectiveness
Identify operational improvements
Identify efficiency opportunities
Ensure compliance with local labor laws
Ensure compliance with HR policies
Oversee employee relations
Support performance management
Support team development initiatives
Drive employee engagement
Foster IDIADA's culture
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Manage diverse stakeholders; Support from IDIADA HQ; Support from other business units
Communication Scope
Interpersonal skills
Full Job Description
Shaping the Future of Automotive Engineering Applus+ IDIADA is a global leader in automotive engineering, offering a dynamic and rewarding career opportunity for professionals passionate about shaping the future of mobility. As a TOP Employer certified company with over 3000 professionals from more than 22 countries, we provide a diverse and inclusive work environment that fosters innovation and growth with colleagues from over 57 nationalities contributing to a safer, more efficient, and sustainable vehicles. Why join us? Enjoy a highly flexible hybrid work model in a company that takes care of the employees’ wellbeing, offering work-life balance benefits such as subsidized canteen, free language courses, transport and coaching services. Join a company that has a deep commitment to sustainability and push yourself to reach your full potential in a dynamic and challenging setting that values innovation and expertise. Come & join us on the road to success. #LI-Hybrid We are looking for an experienced Branch Manager to lead our operations in Japan. As Country Manager, you will oversee our offices in Tokyo and Nagoya , ensuring operational excellence, financial performance, and strategic alignment with corporate strategy and HQ. This is ahigh-impact leadership role where you'll be responsible for office management, team development, financial administration, and regulatory compliance—all while fostering IDIADA's culture of innovation and excellence in the Japanese market. Key Responsibilities General office management * Oversee office management operations in alignment with IDIADA standards: OHS, HR, Finance, IT, Legal & Compliance, Procurement & Logistics, leveraging support from IDIADA HQ and other business units * Ensure implementation of Applus+ and IDIADA policies and procedures region-wide * Serve aslegal representative in Japan, ensuring full regulatory compliance * Manage office facilities, vendor relationships, IT infrastructure, and administrative systems Fin
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