Head of Operations
A renowned company in the construction sector is looking for a Head of Operations. The selected candidate will lead operational functions across material management, logistics, customer service, performance optimisation and team development.
Responsibilities:
- Oversee material management, yard operations, customer service, order management, site supervision and freight management
- Drive operational and material KPIs, profitability, efficiency and cost optimisation
- Implement and continuously improve commercial, reverse logistics, material management and facility processes
- Integrate operational and material planning with financial planning processes
- Manage material quality, portfolio performance and strategic improvement initiatives
- Coordinate Operations with Sales, Engineering and Finance while recruiting and developing Operations staff
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree or above in the field of business management, general management or operations / logistics
- More than 5 years of operational / logistics experience (construction services environment is a plus)
- Experience in leadership and people development
- Understanding of company business models, operational procedures, and market approach
- Knowledge of PSD and other related systems
- Familiarity with cost control and management
- Proficient in MS Office Suite
- Excellent management, intercultural and social skills
- Possess valid health and safety Qualification
- Native level English and Japanese
About the Company:
The company is a global provider of innovative formwork and scaffolding solutions for the construction industry, supporting projects of varying scales and complexity. It combines engineering expertise with advanced construction systems to help improve efficiency, safety and quality on job sites.
Keywords:
建設業界、オペレーションマネージャー、物流, 求人, 外資系
Job Ref: 2CNT1A
About the job
Contract Type: Perm
Specialism: Procurement & Supply Chain
Focus: Operations
Industry: Building and Construction
Salary: ¥8,000,000 - ¥10,000,000 per annum
Workplace Type: On-site
Experience Level: Mid Management
Language: English - Native
Second Language: Japanese - Native
Location: Tokyo
FULL_TIMEJob Reference: 2CNT1A-E0FEEDE7
Date posted: 26 August 2026
Consultant: Yuki Sekiguchi
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