Branch Manager Japan at Applus IDIADA

Tachikawa, , Japan -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

06 Sep, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

08 Jun, 26

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Country Management, Financial Management, Budget Planning, P&L Analysis, Operational Excellence, Regulatory Compliance, Team Development, Stakeholder Management, HR Management, Office Management, Japanese Fluency, English Fluency

Industry

Engineering Services

Description

Company 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 Job Description 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 a high-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 as legal representative in Japan, ensuring full regulatory compliance Manage office facilities, vendor relationships, IT infrastructure, and administrative systems Financial Management Take full responsibility for Japan budget planning, monitoring, and administration Prepare consolidated financial reports, forecasts, and variance analysis Control operational expenses and optimize cost-effectiveness across all locations Identify operational improvements and efficiency opportunities HR & Team Support Ensure compliance with local labor laws and HR policies, with support from HQ as needed Oversee recruitment, onboarding, and employee relations Support performance management and team development initiatives Drive employee engagement and foster IDIADA's culture Qualifications 10+ years of experience in country management, preferably in automotive, engineering services, or IT sectors Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, or Engineering Native or fluent Japanese and advanced English (written and spoken) Proven track record managing multi-site operations within a multinational organization Strong financial management expertise (budgeting, forecasting, P&L analysis) Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to manage diverse stakeholders across different cultures Additional Information Applus IDIADA is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion. We don’t put limits on you, so don’t put limits on yourself either. There is a place for everyone.

Responsibilities

Lead operations in Tokyo and Nagoya, overseeing office management, financial performance, and strategic alignment with corporate HQ. The role involves managing budgets, ensuring regulatory compliance, and driving team development within the Japanese market.