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業務改善ビジネスパートナー/ Operational Excellence Business Partner

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A renowned pharmaceutical company is looking for an Operational Excellence Business Partner. The selected candidate will advance site-wide Lean initiatives, lead improvement projects, and strengthen operational performance across manufacturing, quality, and safety.

Responsibilities:

  • Develop and implement the manufacturing site's continuous improvement agenda
  • Lead cross-functional projects that improve productivity, quality, cost efficiency, and asset utilisation
  • Coach site leaders and project managers on Lean, Six Sigma, and operational excellence practices
  • Provide technical guidance and training on continuous improvement methodologies and internal standards
  • Coordinate governance, planning, and operational alignment with site stakeholders and global teams
  • Track improvement initiatives, communicate progress, recognise achievements, and escalate critical issues

Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s degree or above in engineering, finance, business administration, or science
  • More than 5 years of experience in the industry
  • Experience in Lean, Six Sigma and Continuous Improvement areas
  • Prior experience in delivering results through OCM (Organisational Change Management)
  • Business level Japanese and written and verbal English

Preferred requirements:

  • Experience in pharmaceutical industry

About the Company:

A reliable supplier of pharmaceutical solutions and high-quality medicines for decades. With a clear vision and a commitment to improvement, the company is recognised as a leader in its field.

Keywords:

オペレーショナルエクセレンス、継続的改善、リーン生産、製薬、生産性向上、品質改善, 求人, 外資系, 大阪 求人

Job Ref: HBGANB

Contract Type: Perm

Specialism: Healthcare

Focus: General Management

Industry: Pharmaceuticals

Salary: ¥8,000,000 - ¥22,000,000 per annum

Workplace Type: On-site

Experience Level: Mid Management

Language: Japanese - Professional working

Second Language: English - Business level

Location: Hyogo

Job Reference: HBGANB-06AC5DE4

Date posted: 22 July 2026

Consultant: Yota Fujimura