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Supply Chain Transformation Head

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A global consumer goods company is seeking a Supply Chain Transformation Head. The successful candidate will oversee OMP system optimisation, strengthen Sales & Operations Execution (S&OE) processes, advance Target Operating Model (TOM) maturity and develop team capabilities. This is a hybrid setup role.

Responsibilities:

  • Lead OMP system optimisation, configuration, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement as the Functional Expert
  • Drive local OMP system enhancements and functional rollouts in collaboration with the Global OMP team
  • Ensure data integrity and synchronisation between SAP ERP and OMP to improve planning accuracy
  • Strengthen S&OE governance, demand and supply planning, decision-making, and exception handling
  • Advance Target Operating Model (TOM) maturity and standardise planning processes
  • Provide advanced functional training and support to OMP Key Users
  • Develop and maintain SCM training programmes and materials to support onboarding and capability development
  • Drive cross-functional collaboration and identify opportunities to improve operational efficiency
  • Lead change initiatives and communicate improvement proposals across teams
  • Identify and escalate operational challenges requiring management support
  • Facilitate stakeholder alignment and promote effective communication across functions
  • Drive planning system standardisation by expanding OMP into Excel-based planning areas and transitioning package planning to SAP MRP

Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s degree or above in Supply Chain Management or a related discipline
  • Proven experience as a key user, system specialist, or implementation lead in demand and supply planning tools or systems
  • Solid experience in S&OE or equivalent process design and execution
  • Experience leading cross-functional process improvement or system implementation projects
  • Strong expertise in bridging business processes and system functionalities
  • Knowledge of end-to-end supply chain planning, digital capabilities, and data-driven business recommendations
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, project management, and stakeholder management skills
  • Business level English (TOEIC 800+) and Japanese

Preferred requirements:

  • Experience with Kinaxis RapidResponse, Blue Yonder, or SAP APO
  • Supply Chain Management or a related academic background
  • Fluent level Japanese

About the Company:

A global consumer goods company specialising in confectionery, food and pet care, with a diverse portfolio of internationally recognised brands serving consumers worldwide. Employees benefit from career growth, professional development and opportunities to contribute to innovation within a collaborative and internationally connected workplace.

Keywords:

サプライチェーンマネジメント, サプライチェーン改革, 需給計画, 生産計画, 業務プロセス改善, システム導入, プロジェクトマネジメント, デジタルトランスフォーメーション, 求人, 外資系

Job Ref: JIN6K9

Contract Type: Perm

Specialism: Procurement & Supply Chain

Focus: Supply Chain

Industry: FMCG

Salary: ¥10,000,000 - ¥15,000,000 per annum

Workplace Type: Hybrid

Experience Level: Director

Language: Japanese - Professional working

Second Language: English - Business level

Location: Tokyo

Job Reference: JIN6K9-B4AB955C

Date posted: 9 November 2026

Consultant: Angel Flores