General Manager - Japanese Bilingual

Pasona N A, Inc.; Carson (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Pasona N A, Inc. in Carson, CA seeks an experienced General Manager to oversee Business Development, Purchasing, Customer Service, and Export Compliance. The role focuses on building relationships with suppliers and customers in the U.S. and Japan, with a transition period under the current GM.

Primarily onsite with some hybrid flexibility, the position includes leadership of multiple departments and travel as needed to meet business goals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent professional experience.
• 5+ years of relevant management experience.
• Experience in Aerospace/Defense or related technical industries preferred.
• Strong understanding of international trade and export operations.

Responsibilities

• Oversee Business Development, Purchasing, Customer Service, and Export Compliance.
• Develop and maintain relationships with suppliers and customers; negotiate agreements.
• Support US-Japan business coordination and project initiatives.
• Act as liaison between US and Japan operations to ensure alignment.
• Travel domestically and internationally for meetings.
• Lead and develop supervisors and team members across departments.
• Resolve operational issues and coordinate cross-functional activities.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic planning

Negotiation

Cross-cultural communication

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Job description

Industry：Aerospace / Trading

Title General Manager

Location：Carson,CA

Salary: Approximately $100,000/year

Regular work schedule: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Minimal overtime expected

Primarily onsite; hybrid flexibility may be considered depending on business needs

A well-established Japanese-affiliated aerospace trading company in Carson, CA is seeking an experienced General Manager to oversee key business operations, including Business Development, Purchasing, Customer Service, and Export Compliance.

This is a leadership role with a strong focus on building and maintaining relationships with suppliers and customers in both the U.S. and Japan. The position will work closely with the current General Manager during a transition period and will gradually take over broader management responsibilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee Business Development, Purchasing, Customer Service, and Export Compliance functions
• Develop and maintain relationships with existing and potential suppliers, including negotiation of distribution and agency agreements
• Support business development projects and coordination between U.S. suppliers and Japanese customers
• Serve as a key liaison between U.S. and Japan operations, ensuring smooth communication and alignment
• Travel domestically and internationally, including Japan, for customer and supplier meetings
• Lead and support supervisors and team members across departments
• Resolve operational issues and coordinate cross-functional activities as needed
• Support export license applications and ensure compliance with applicable regulations
• Maintain and support the company’s AS9120 Quality Management System
• Report key issues and business updates to the President and Vice President

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent professional experience
• 5+ years of relevant management or business experience
• Experience in Aerospace / Defense is highly preferred
• Candidates with experience in Automotive, Manufacturing, Industrial Products, or other technical industries will also be considered
• Strong understanding of international business, export operations, and supplier/customer relationship management
• Proven leadership and people management experience
• Ability to manage multiple projects and make sound business decisions
• Strong communication, presentation, negotiation, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work effectively across Japanese and U.S. business cultures
• Flexible, professional, and dependable personality
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally as needed