Commercial Operations Leader, Japan at Danaher Corporation

Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo, Japan

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Life Sciences, Diagnostics, Biotechnology, Filtration, Separation, PurificationIndustries

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree plus 10 years work experience in Commercial Operations, Supply Chain, Customer Service, Logistic and Distribution, or similar fields
Leadership and supervisory experience in prior operational role (customer service, supply chain, logistics and distribution operations)
Strong people manager, team leadership skills and team player. Conflict management and problem-solving skills
Excellent communication, collaboration, influence without direct authority, and ability to effectively inspire change
Clear communicator with strong verbal and writing skills in English and Japanese local language

Responsibilities

Responsible for Japan end-to-end supply chain, warehousing logistic distribution and customer service organization with key deliverables on OTD, Inventory QIT, Operational Cost (freight & warehousing), DC operational efficiency in supporting customers and operational excellence
Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure smooth and effective communication and partnerships within local and APAC commercial operations team and other functional partners such as Sales, Manufacturing plants, Finance, Legal, etc
Be responsible for the efficient, effective and customer-focused operation of Quote-to-Cash, Procure-to-Pay and Warehouse management such as customer orders management, backlog management with supply, finished goods procurement, orders fulfillment including warehousing & logistic distribution (import/export), and order billing
Be responsible for the forecasting and achievement of Japan annual revenue shipment target together with Sales
Drive conversion of available inventory (on-hand stocks & GIT) into revenue shipment. Mitigate any blocks through customer engagement and where needed through sales & support from other functions
Drive operational excellence and continually improve the commercial end-to-end processes using DBS tools to enable business growth and remove waste, collaborating with sales and business unit partners
Implement and sustain standard global processes considering the specifics of business in Japan (i.e. Order to cash process/ import/export control, VAT, etc.)
Personally, supporting associates to ensure Safety and Compliance policies upheld

Skills

Supply Chain Management

Warehousing

Logistics

Distribution

Customer Service

OTD

Inventory Management

Operational Cost Management

DC Operations

Danaher Business System

Danaher Corporation

Water quality, diagnostics, and identification solutions

About Danaher Corporation

Danaher Corporation operates in key markets such as water quality, product identification, and diagnostics. The company provides precision instruments and advanced purification technologies for analyzing and managing water, ensuring its safety in various environments. In product identification, Danaher specializes in laser marking, coding, and packaging solutions that help maintain product freshness and accurate labeling throughout the supply chain. In the diagnostics sector, Danaher offers tools and software that enhance diagnostic confidence, enabling healthcare providers to deliver effective care. What sets Danaher apart from competitors is its unique Danaher Business System, which focuses on continuous improvement and empowers employees to drive change. The company's goal is to consistently deliver high-performance products and solutions while maintaining leadership in its markets.

Washington, District of ColumbiaHeadquarters

1969Year Founded

IPOCompany Stage

Industrial & Manufacturing, Healthcare, Consumer GoodsIndustries

10,001+Employees

Risks

Increased competition from Roche and Abbott in AI-driven diagnostics.

Potential regulatory challenges in the EU for water quality sector.

Supply chain vulnerabilities affecting precision instruments sourcing.

Differentiation

Danaher's Danaher Business System drives continuous improvement and superior financial performance.

The acquisition of Cytiva enhances Danaher's capabilities in the biopharmaceutical sector.

Danaher's advanced purification technologies meet increasing demands for sustainable water management.

Upsides

Danaher's investment in AI-driven healthcare solutions boosts its diagnostics capabilities.

Cytiva acquisition expands Danaher's market share in the biopharmaceutical sector.

Point-of-care testing demand drives growth for Danaher's diagnostic tools and software.

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