• Full Time
  • Chennai

Website Accenture

Supply Chain & Operations Strategy Consultant (Japanese Fluency)

Are you an outcome-oriented problem solver with a passion for global strategy and deep expertise in the Japanese business landscape?

Accenture Strategy and Consulting is seeking a talented individual to join our Supply Chain and Operations practice. We are looking for an experienced consultant who can leverage their Japanese language fluency and strategic skills to lead transformation initiatives for our global clients, particularly within the Japan geography. If you are ready to reimagine and transform supply chains for tomorrow, in an inclusive and collaborative environment, we want to hear from you.

Job Summary: Accelerate Transformation in Supply Chain & Operations

As part of our practice, you will help organisations future-proof their supply chains—driving positive impact on business performance, society, and the planet. This role is central to bridging strategic vision with operational execution, using your unique cultural and language expertise to succeed in the Japan market.

Roles & Responsibilities: Drive Strategic Impact

You will be instrumental in making supply chains faster, more resilient, and better, through initiatives including:

  • Japan Market Leadership: Utilise your Japanese language expertise to lead collaborations, whiteboarding sessions, and strategic initiatives within the Japan geography with senior business stakeholders.

  • Business Architecture Framing: Lead design activities including Operating Model Design, Value Chain Analysis, Customer Journey Mapping, and Business Capability Modelling.

  • Process Excellence: Drive Process Discovery and Improvement initiatives across core business functions.

  • Business Development: Contribute to asset/accelerator creation, use case enhancement, and actively participate in business development to solve complex client problems.

Mandatory Professional & Technical Skills

Category Requirement
Language & Culture Fluency in speaking, reading, and writing Japanese language (Mandatory). JLPT N3 level or above is mandatory. Excellent understanding of the Japanese culture and way of working.
Experience 5+ years of experience with a strong understanding of business process management, Enterprise, or Technology platforms.
Problem Solving Strong analytical skills and proven ability to solve complex business problems and deliver client delight.
Communication : Excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills, with cross-cultural competence.

Preferred Qualifications (Added Advantage)

  • MBA is preferred.

  • Experience in working with Japanese Clients.

  • Experience with marquee BPM tools like ARIS, Blueworks, Signavio and/or architecture tools like LeanIX, BiZZdesign, Alfabet.

  • Conceptual understanding of core processes (e.g., Procure to Pay, Order to Cash, Record to Report) and ability to design to-be processes.

  • Experience with Lean Six Sigma projects and/or training/certification.

  • Knowledge of industry trends, ERP/CRM platform transformation journeys, and new technologies.

Why Accenture Strategy and Consulting?

We offer a place to explore limitless possibilities, working on transformation strategies for global clients in an inclusive and collaborative environment. Be part of a team that shapes the future of business operations worldwide.

Ready to Apply?

If you have the strategic mindset, the experience, and the critical language skills to thrive in this role, apply now to join Accenture Strategy and Consulting!

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