Global Strategic Projects Director

American Furukawa, Inc.; Plymouth (MI); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

American Furukawa, Inc. in Plymouth, MI, seeks a Director of Special Projects to lead cross‑border initiatives across North America and Mexico.

This role partners with teams in Japan, the United States, and Mexico to drive planning, execution, and operational excellence, with extended stays in Baja California as needed. The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or Engineering, 10+ years in senior manufacturing leadership, and fluent Japanese and English, enabling

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Engineering, or related field is required.
• Minimum of 10 years of senior management experience in relevant manufacturing industries.
• Business-level proficiency in Japanese and English, written and verbal.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic projects across North America and Mexico to drive growth and organizational objectives.
• Collaborate with cross-functional, multicultural teams and senior leadership to plan and execute initiatives.
• Support investment planning, budgeting, and long-term business planning activities.
• Coordinate with Japan headquarters and North American operations to align strategies.
• Prepare executive-level reports and recommendations for decision-making.

Skills

Leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Project management

Multicultural teams

Financial acumen

Operations improvement

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Engineering, or related field

Job description

American Furukawa, Inc. in Plymouth, MI, seeks a Director of Special Projects to lead cross‑border initiatives across North America and Mexico.

This role partners with teams in Japan, the United States, and Mexico to drive planning, execution, and operational excellence, with extended stays in Baja California as needed. The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or Engineering, 10+ years in senior manufacturing leadership, and fluent Japanese and English, enabling