Senior Manager, Material Operations & Sourcing - Japan/Korea
Yesterday• Hikone, Japan
Location(s):
Japan
City/Cities:
Shiga
Travel Required:
00% - 25%
Relocation Provided:
Yes
Job Posting End Date:
March 18, 2026
Shift:
The Technical, Innovation & Supply Chain (TI&SC) teams connect the global system supply chain end to end to capture scale and competitive advantage, while driving productivity and sharing best practices. We are seeking a Supply Chain Consultant who will provide technical leadership and execution support to our assigned territory. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of technical risk management, project management frameworks, and commercialization processes.
What you'll do for us:
- Lead mitigation plans for ensuring supply continuity at plant level (risk analysis, supply continuity taskforce lead, mitigation plan follow-up, and related reporting)
- Lead collaborative routines with key suppliers and stakeholders. (Supplier on-boarding, suppliers business review, contract status routines) for local suppliers who are not supported by our procurement partners.
- Ensure Materials Planning Transformation adoption for all new tools and the standards set by the CoE
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- Ensure missing parts and under policy report/dashboard are issued for the managed materials, root causes defined, mitigation actions monitored, and keep the plant informed
- Monitor Materials Planning KPI's at Plant level Metrics for mandated stock, SSDR, WOS, BP Target etc.
- Lead a team of Material Operations Planning Analysts ensuring they effectively manage plant materials supply, as well as supporting their continuous improvement of capabilities. The role will be responsible for engaging, developing and inspiring this team of Analyst
- Lead the team drive transformation, process improvements and also lead global projects as needed.
Requirements and qualifications:
- Experience in global company/function with SAP/Ariba/IBP is mandatory.
- Experience of Planning &material operations supply chain function / in plant over 5years in management.
- Communication skill with BCP and Global Planning team to follow up and execute different strategies
- Frequent connection to Suppliers to ensure supply continuity as required
- Participate in the CPS Materials Planning routines. Execute the agreed business plan commitments for CPS Materials Planning
- Execute basic routines to ensure supply continuity and lead collaborative routines with key suppliers and stakeholders
- Fluency in English and Japanese
Our Purpose and Growth Culture:
We are taking deliberate action to nurture an inclusive culture that is grounded in our company purpose, to refresh the world and make a difference. We act with a growth mindset, take an expansive approach to what's possible and believe in continuous learning to improve our business and ourselves. We focus on four key behaviors - curious, empowered, inclusive and agile - and value how we work as much as what we achieve. We believe that our culture is one of the reasons our company continues to thrive after 130+ years. Visit Our Purpose and Vision to learn more about these behaviors and how you can bring them to life in your next role at Coca-Cola.
Annual Incentive Reference Value Percentage:15
Annual Incentive reference value is a market-based competitive value for your role. It falls in the middle of the range for your role, indicating performance at target.
Client-provided location(s): Hikone, Japan
Job ID: cocacola-151472885
Employment Type: OTHER
Posted: 2026-03-17T18:43:04
Perks and Benefits
Health and Wellness
- Health Insurance
- Health Reimbursement Account
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Short-Term Disability
- Long-Term Disability
- On-Site Gym
- Life Insurance
- FSA
- HSA
Parental Benefits
- Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
- Adoption Leave
Work Flexibility
- Hybrid Work Opportunities
Office Life and Perks
- Commuter Benefits Program
- Happy Hours
- On-Site Cafeteria
- Holiday Events
Vacation and Time Off
- Paid Vacation
- Paid Holidays
- Volunteer Time Off
- Personal/Sick Days
Financial and Retirement
- 401(K) With Company Matching
- Pension
- Performance Bonus
- Financial Counseling
- Stock Purchase Program
Professional Development
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Mentor Program
- Access to Online Courses
- Internship Program
- Leadership Training Program
- Professional Coaching
Diversity and Inclusion
- Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
- Employee Resource Groups (ERG)