Location(s):

Japan

City/Cities:

Tokyo

Travel Required:

00% - 25%

Relocation Provided:

No

Job Posting End Date:

March 11, 2026

Shift:

Job Description Summary:

The Senior Manager, People & Culture role will be responsible to provide strategic business partner support for a function within the Japan and South Korea Operating Unit (JSK). This role will also be critical in supporting the execution of critical projects from the People & Culture Function in critical areas like organizational effectiveness, capability building, culture & engagement in partnership with subject matter owners in the OU P&C team and Global P&C function where required. This role will also be responsible of project planning (PMO), data analytics and building digital tools & capabilities of the OU P&C team.

Strategic Business Partnering (JSK):

• Strategic Partner: Collaborate with the business leader in the JSK Operating Unit to support the development and execution of strategies that engage employees in delivering the organization’s vision. Assist in identifying trends, barriers, risks, and opportunities that may affect the business, and provide actionable insights to help drive success. Partnered function at the time of hiring is Technical, Innovation and Supply Chain (TISC). (Subject to change in time)

• People & Culture Project Support: Assist in the execution of key People & Culture initiatives as required by the respective leads of the subject matters. This includes contributing to the development and delivery of effective communication plans, providing analytical support, and sharing relevant People & Culture data to inform decision-making and drive project success.

• Guidance and Coaching: Provide support and guidance to business leaders on leadership, team structure, managing change, and building skills within their teams. Help leaders make thoughtful decisions that align with both short-term needs and long-term goals.

• Promoting Company Culture and Employee Experience: Support efforts to foster and reinforce company culture by encouraging behaviors that align with organizational values. Assist in implementing tools and initiatives that help integrate cultural values into employees' daily activities and interactions. Oversee and consult on Employee Experience events and programs across OU.

• Supporting Change Management: Work with leaders to support change initiatives by discussing challenges, exploring solutions, and identifying risks. Help implement change plans and ensure teams are prepared for transitions, while tracking progress and outcomes using clear metrics.

• Global Collaboration: Connect closely with local, regional, and global P&C peers on talent, development, Total Rewards, and other relevant areas as needed to support and provide further insights into P&C projects and programs.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree and above

• Experience: 8+ years of experience in HR, Consulting, Organizational Development, and Talent Management within a multinational company.

• Demonstrated strong drive to learn, develop and apply new capabilities, including technological skills and tools.

• Ability to manage diverse and multiple stakeholders in a matrix and multicultural environment.

• Data driven mindset and project management skills

• Excellent communication and presentation skills

• Project Management Skills

• Japanese language proficiency will be an advantage.

Skills:

Analytics Insights, Human Resources Policies, Human Resources Training, Leadership, Strategic Human Resources Leadership, Waterfall Model

Our Purpose and Growth Culture:

We are taking deliberate action to nurture an inclusive culture that is grounded in our company purpose, to refresh the world and make a difference. We act with a growth mindset, take an expansive approach to what’s possible and believe in continuous learning to improve our business and ourselves. We focus on four key behaviors – curious, empowered, inclusive and agile – and value how we work as much as what we achieve. We believe that our culture is one of the reasons our company continues to thrive after 130+ years. Visit Our Purpose and Vision to learn more about these behaviors and how you can bring them to life in your next role at Coca-Cola.