Director, Country People Lead Japan

Define and champion a forward-looking People vision aligned with executive leadership and global functional priorities. Translate enterprise-wide People strategies into impactful, country-specific initiatives that accelerate business outcomes. Advise senior leaders on talent strategies that enable transformation, innovation, and growth. Leverage data and insights to anticipate workforce trends, assess organizational health, and guide strategic decisions. Coach and mentor People team members to build future-ready leadership capabilities. Elevate the visibility and impact of functional leaders through recognition and development. Influence senior stakeholders through strategic counsel, fostering alignment and trust. Strategic Thinking & Business Acumen Inclusive Leadership & Cultural Intelligence Organizational Design & Change Agility Talent Development & Succession Planning Data-Driven Decision Making Cross-Functional Collaboration & Influence Japanese & English Communication Excellence & Stakeholder Engagement Workforce Planning & Operational Execution Guide organizational design and change management to support business transformation. Facilitate effective communication between local & global functions for strategic alignment. Collaborate with Total Rewards to ensure competitive, locally relevant compensation and benefits programs.