Cross-Functional Corporate Initiatives Leader

Osaka Gas USA Corporation; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Osaka Gas USA Corporation in Houston, TX is seeking a Senior Manager, General Affairs & Corporate Initiatives to lead cross-functional programs and align U.S. operations with Japan headquarters.

This role offers exposure to senior management and a broad view of corporate governance and planning. You will coordinate initiatives, manage multiple stakeholders, support executive activities, and contribute to communications, facilities, and governance.

Qualifications

• Seven+ years of relevant professional experience in General Affairs, corporate administration, project management, or related areas.
• Native-level Japanese language proficiency and strong professional English communication skills.
• Experience using Japanese in a business environment with Japanese-speaking stakeholders.
• Ability to coordinate projects with multiple internal and external stakeholders.
• Strong organizational, project management, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and operate in a dynamic environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate cross-functional corporate initiatives and special projects from planning through execution.
• Partner with management and stakeholders to identify issues, develop solutions, and drive implementation.
• Serve as a liaison between the U.S. organization and headquarters in Japan, and affiliated companies.
• Coordinate initiatives involving U.S. and Japan-based stakeholders.
• Support executives and senior management with meetings, visits, and briefing materials.
• Coordinate internal and external corporate communications, including announcements, presentations, and website content.
• Assist General Affairs initiatives covering workplace operations, vendors, and policies.
• Contribute to corporate planning, governance, and organizational effectiveness.

Skills

Bilingual Japanese/English

Cross-functional collaboration

Project management

Stakeholder management

Analytical & problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Management, Communications, Finance, or related field

Tools

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Job description

Osaka Gas USA Corporation in Houston, TX is seeking a Senior Manager, General Affairs & Corporate Initiatives to lead cross-functional programs and align U.S. operations with Japan headquarters.

This role offers exposure to senior management and a broad view of corporate governance and planning. You will coordinate initiatives, manage multiple stakeholders, support executive activities, and contribute to communications, facilities, and governance.