Position: Technical Supply Chain Specialist
Company: Global FMCG / Beverage Organization
Location: Japan
Employment Type: Full-time
Overview
This role sits within a global organization focused on production, quality, and supply chain excellence across regulated industries such as food, beverage, and pharmaceuticals. The position supports local manufacturing operations by ensuring efficient and compliant supply chain processes, while maintaining high standards in quality and technical operations.
As part of a cross-functional and collaborative environment, you will work closely with QA/QC, engineering, vendors, and commercial teams to ensure seamless operations and continuous improvement.
Position Summary
The Technical Supply Chain Specialist is responsible for overseeing technical and quality aspects of supply chain operations across local production facilities. This includes managing inventory quality, supporting compliance initiatives, and ensuring alignment with regulatory standards such as GMP and HACCP.
The role also acts as a key liaison across internal and external stakeholders, contributing to operational efficiency, product quality, and supply chain optimization.
Key Responsibilities
Quality & Inventory Management
Manage quality issues and inventory of finished goods, packaging, and raw materials
Act as a key contact point for QA, QC, vendors, and commercial teams
Compliance & Audit Support
Support QA/QC and engineering teams with GMP audits, validations, and qualifications
Ensure compliance with regulatory standards and internal procedures
Training & Communication
Conduct and support training on GMP, HACCP, and SOP for production teams and partners
Manage and ensure accuracy of translated quality-related documents
Issue Resolution & Continuous Improvement
Assist in resolving deviations, nonconforming materials, and customer complaints
Participate in remediation activities and continuous improvement initiatives
Technical Review & Documentation
Lead technical reviews for compliance, including specifications, labeling, and manufacturing records
Ensure documentation is up to date and aligned with regulatory requirements
Cross-functional Collaboration
Partner with New Product Development teams to provide operational insights
Support project timelines through technical input and coordination
Supply Chain Optimization
Optimize supply chain processes and network efficiency
Support cost competitiveness for services and operations
Qualifications
Required
Bachelor’s degree in Science, Engineering, or related technical field (or equivalent experience)
Strong experience in quality management, production, or supply chain operations
Fluent in Japanese and English (business level)
Proficiency in Microsoft Office
Preferred
5+ years of experience in quality, production, or supply chain roles
Experience in food, beverage, or pharmaceutical manufacturing environments
Experience in quality leadership or engineering roles
Knowledge of GMP, HACCP, and regulatory compliance standards