Strategic Planning Manager (Japanese) – EMEA

JAC Recruitment (UK) Ltd.; Amsterdam; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Japanese Company in Amsterdam seeks a highly motivated Corporate Planning Manager (Japanese speaking). This strategic role partners with senior management across the EMEA region to drive performance, planning, reporting, and governance.

You will lead annual budgeting, mid-term and long-term plans, provide executive reporting, and build cross-functional relationships with Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and Japan. Fluent Japanese and English are required.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Business Administration, Finance, Economics, or a related field.
• 5-7 years of experience in corporate planning, strategic planning, finance, FP&A, business controlling, or a related function within an international organization.
• Fluency in both Japanese and English (written and spoken).

Responsibilities

• Lead annual budgeting, mid-term plans, and long-term business planning processes.
• Coordinate budget cycles, quarterly business reviews, and strategic planning activities.
• Translate corporate strategy into actionable business plans and measurable objectives.
• Support strategic initiatives and business transformation projects across the region.
• Monitor business performance and key strategic initiatives.
• Analyze financial and operational results to identify risks and opportunities.
• Provide meaningful insights and recommendations to improve business performance.
• Lead monthly management reporting for EMEA leadership and headquarters.

Skills

P&L management

Balance sheet management

Corporate finance

Business performance management

Education

Master's degree in Business Administration, Finance, Economics, or a related field

Job description

Japanese Company in Amsterdam seeks a highly motivated Corporate Planning Manager (Japanese speaking). This strategic role partners with senior management across the EMEA region to drive performance, planning, reporting, and governance.

You will lead annual budgeting, mid-term and long-term plans, provide executive reporting, and build cross-functional relationships with Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and Japan. Fluent Japanese and English are required.