About The Role
The Senior Manager will serve as a strategic advisor and operational leader, supporting the General Manager and ensuring smooth collaboration between Thai and Japanese stakeholders. This role requires strong leadership, cross-cultural communication, and deep industry knowledge.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide strategic and operational support to the General Manager across all business functions.
- Act as a liaison between the company and Japanese customers, headquarters in Japan, and Japanese suppliers.
- Lead cross-functional projects to improve operational efficiency and quality standards.
- Support business planning, budgeting, and financial control activities in collaboration with relevant departments.
- Oversee compliance with corporate governance, safety, and quality standards.
- Facilitate communication and cultural understanding between Thai and Japanese teams.
- Identify and implement process improvements to enhance productivity and cost efficiency.
- Represent the company in high-level meetings with customers, suppliers, and external stakeholders.
- Mentor and develop mid-level managers to strengthen leadership capabilities within the organization.
Qualifications & Experience
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Science, or a related field (Master's degree preferred).
- At least 5 years of experience in a senior management role within a manufacturing environment (e.g., General Manager, Plant Manager, Quality Manager, Planning Manager).
- Minimum 5 years of experience in the automotive or auto parts industry.
- Fluency in both Japanese and English for business communication (mandatory).
- Strong expertise in lean manufacturing principles, including Kaizen and Six Sigma methodologies.
- Demonstrated ability to manage cross-cultural teams and collaborate with international stakeholders.
- Proven success in strategic planning, execution, and driving operational excellence.
