Strategy and Operations Specialist

Job Description

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At Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. From seabed to outer space, you can contribute to work that matters with a company where diversity, equity and inclusion are shared values. We’re committed to fostering an environment for every teammate that’s welcoming, respectful and inclusive, with great opportunity for professional growth. We believe sustainability begins with a focus on environmental stewardship, social progress and inclusion, and values-based, transparent governance. Advancing environmental, social and governance (ESG) priorities is a focus for the company globally.

For decades, Boeing has had deep industrial and governmental relationships across North Asia.  In recent years, Boeing has begun to build its direct presence in the region as it strives to capture the opportunities and harness the unique capabilities the region has to offer.  In Japan, we established BJKK as an entity to bid directly for defense sustainment work, and we have expanded our research presence, particularly in green technologies.  In Korea, we have grown the Boeing Korea Engineering and Technology Center, as we explore defense platform co-development opportunities with the government customer. While these are opportunities in the near term, we are convinced that we have not fully defined, much less addressed, all of the ways these countries can contribute to Boeing’s future competitiveness.

To help us execute define our long-term visions for Korea and Japan, and to develop and maintain plans to achieve our near term and longer-term objectives, we are seeking a Strategy and Operations specialist who will report to the Boeing presidents in those countries with the following responsibilities.  This position is based in Tokyo, Japan.

Position Responsibilities:

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

1.Market Analysis: Perform complex analysis across varied factors, including (but not limited to) market trends, competitors, geopolitics and industrial capabilities.

2.Business Case Development: Research and suggest new business concepts, forecast financial performance and make a recommendation on an investment position.

3.Vision:  Articulate an aspirational vision and define business opportunities therein for Boeing’s growth in Japan and Korea.

4.Country Plan:  Coordinate, align, and socialize plans for Japan and Korea that identify key near-term objectives and actions that will achieve the long-term vision.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills and Experience):

-2- 5 years proven experience in relevant areas, e.g.

Experience in a position involving strategic planning, analysis, and / or market development, preferably in a multinational company

-Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills

-Proven ability to build relationships and communicate effectively with teams of varied levels of seniority.

-Proficient in both written and verbal communication English

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills and Experience):

-Ability to speak in Japanese and /or Korean

-Familiarity with the Japanese and/or Korean aerospace industry

-Confident communicator, comfortable debating / defending positions

This requisition is for a locally hired position. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in Japan.

Travel up to 30% will be required. Travel eligibility within Japan and Korea, to the USA, and potentially to other Asian countries (such as South Korea, Malaysia, Vietnam, Taiwan, China, Philippines, Thailand, Singapore, Indonesia, India etc.) is needed.

Typical Education & Experience:

Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Business Management, Finance, Management Engineering or equivalent relevant degree is required. A Master’s degree is a plus.

Location:

Tokyo, Japan

The selected candidate will be required to work on-site (with some flex) at Boeing Japan’s Tokyo office.

Relocation:

Relocation assistance is a negotiable benefit for this position.

Other Job-related Information:

This requisition is for a locally hired position. Benefits and pay are determined at the local level and are not on Boeing US-based payroll.