Yuichi Tanaka

- Lead and develop an 11-member HR Operations organization covering Compensation & Benefits, HR Controlling, Payroll governance, and HR systems, fostering a high-performing and collaborative team environment. - Oversee end-to-end HR operations governance for Japan within a highly matrixed global organization, ensuring compliance with Japanese labor regulations, internal policies, and global HR standards. - Lead HRIS transformation initiatives, managing vendor relationships and cross-functional stakeholders to implement system upgrades and improve HR data governance and operational efficiency. - Drive workforce cost management and HR controlling, including labor cost budgeting, headcount planning, and strategic workforce reporting to support senior management decision-making. - Lead the annual compensation review cycle for Japan, coordinating closely with HR Business Partners and central reward teams to ensure accurate and timely execution across the organization. - Support post-merger integration initiatives, including the consolidation of payroll processes and alignment of HR operational frameworks. - Handle complex employee relations and labor matters, providing expert guidance on sensitive HR issues requiring advanced knowledge of Japanese labor law and corporate governance.

- Partnered closely with the C-suite and senior leadership to support the design and implementation of compensation and performance management frameworks aligned with business strategy. - Led the HR Planning team, developing team capabilities through coaching, structured 1-on-1s, and team development initiatives. - Played a key role in the execution of the annual executive compensation and salary review cycle, working closely with the Global Center of Excellence and ensuring accurate implementation of global reward frameworks in Japan. - Led initiatives to streamline payroll and bonus administration processes, improving operational efficiency and strengthening governance across compensation programs. - Supported the local implementation of global reward programs in Japan, collaborating with global HR teams to align policies and practices with global frameworks. - Acted as a liaison between Japan HR and global reward leadership to ensure consistent execution of compensation and performance management programs.

Senior HRBP at Osaka Ibaraki Fulfillment Center - Provided day-to-day HR partnership to operations leadership, supporting people management and organizational effectiveness within a large-scale logistics environment. - Supported talent management processes including performance reviews, promotion discussions, and performance improvement management. - Handled employee relations matters, including disciplinary processes and policy compliance in coordination with site leadership and HR teams.

- Supported plant HR operations while working closely with plant management on workforce management and employee relations in a manufacturing environment. - Led labor union negotiations and labor-management discussions in coordination with plant leadership, supporting stable industrial relations at the site. - Supported talent management processes including performance evaluations and employee development initiatives. - Provided HR guidance on labor law compliance and internal HR policies to support smooth plant operations.

- Worked within the Global HR Center of Excellence to support leadership and executive development initiatives across the organization. - Took initiative in designing and proposing executive leadership development programs, including global training initiatives for senior leaders. - Planned and coordinated global leadership training programs, collaborating with international HR teams and internal stakeholders. - Contributed to global talent development initiatives aimed at strengthening leadership capabilities across the organization.

- Supported HR operations at a chemical manufacturing site, partnering with plant leadership on workforce management and employee relations matters. - Led labor union negotiations and labor-management discussions, supporting stable industrial relations and compliance with Japanese labor regulations. - Handled employee relations issues and HR administration while ensuring adherence to company policies and labor law requirements. - Took initiative in improving HR processes and supporting recruitment, onboarding, and performance management activities.

- Led sales activities for European and Southeast Asian markets, working with overseas distributors to expand business opportunities for specialty chemical products. - Participated in international exhibitions and conducted market research to identify new customers and market opportunities outside Japan. - Negotiated pricing and commercial terms with overseas distributors while coordinating internally with production and logistics teams. - Handled domestic sales activities in Western Japan, maintaining relationships with industrial customers in the region. - Supported market development initiatives by identifying distribution channels and contributing to pricing strategies for new markets.

- Handled domestic sales activities for specialty chemical products used in printing inks, paints, adhesives, and synthetic leather. - Managed relationships with key industrial customers in Eastern Japan, coordinating closely with production and supply chain teams. - Supported commercial negotiations and order coordination while maintaining stable supply to corporate customers.