KEMET
, a
YAGEO
company, a world class leader in passive electronic components, offers our customers, across all global industry segment, the broadest selection of capacitor technologies in the industry, along with an expanding range of electromechanical devices and electromagnetic compatibility solutions. Our vision is to be the preferred supplier of electronic component solutions demanding the highest standards of quality, delivery, and service.

Job Title:

HR Manager

Purpose / Summary:

We are seeking a seasoned Human Resources Manager to serve as a key person for HR project in Japan. This role will be responsible for leading a HR integration& change project in the region, playing a critical part in the company's internationalization. The ideal candidate is an experienced HR professional with deep expertise in Japanese labor law, union relations and business culture, coupled with exceptional change management skills to support teams through complex phases of business growth.

Your Impact in This Role

In this position, you'll be at the heart of our HR Project in Japan, driving tangible results through:

1. Integration & Change Leadership:

• Develop and execute the HR integration project, aligning people strategies with business objectives.
• Provide expert HR guidance and solutions within a complex, fast-changing business environment.
• Lead change management project, including communication, salary structure, and support, to minimize disruption and facilitate a smooth transition for employees.
• Analyze existing HR processes and policies to identify opportunities for optimization, enhancing organizational effectiveness and employee experience.

2. Organizational Effectiveness & Change Management:

• Design and lead organizational development initiatives to ensure the structure effectively supports future business needs.
• Ensure smooth implementation of key initiatives by orchestrating change management plans, communicating clearly, and supporting teams throughout the process.
• Foster cross-cultural communication and collaboration, acting as a cultural bridge between global headquarters and the Japan team.

3. Labor Relations & Union Management:

• Develop the comprehensive strategy for all engagements with Japanese labor unions, ensuring alignment with overall integration goals and legal requirements
• Act as the primary internal expert and advisor to the local Japanese management team, preparing and supporting them for all communications and negotiations with union representatives.
• Lead negotiations regarding any changes to terms and conditions of employment, integration of HR policies, and other matters arising from the transaction
• Build trust-based relationships with union representatives to ensure collaborative problem-solving and maintain industrial peace.

What We're Looking For

Must-Have Qualifications:

1. Education:
   Bachelor's degree and above
2. Experience:
   Minimum of 15 years of broad HR experience, including a role as an HR Business Partner or HR Lead for a multinational corporation's subsidiary in Japan.
3. Language:
   Native-level business proficiency in Japanese (verbal and written). Full professional proficiency in English.
   This is a mandatory requirement.
4. Knowledge:
   Deep, practical understanding of
   Japanese labor law, union relations, salary structure, grade management, and business culture.
5. Skills:
   Proven experience successfully leading
   large-scale organizational change, transformation, or integration projects
   in complex environments. Excellent communication, influencing, and problem-solving skills.

Nice-to-Have Advantages:

• Experience supporting companies through scaling phases from startup to growth, or expansion via M&A.
• Relevant experience within the electronic or sensor sector.
• HR certifications such as SHRM, CIPD, or local Japanese qualifications.

Personal Attributes

• High cultural sensitivity and empathy
  , with the ability to build trust effectively across culturally diverse teams.
• Strong resilience and adaptability
  , thriving in ambiguous and fast-paced environments.
• Strategic thinker with strong execution capabilities
  , able to see the big picture and manage critical details.
• Discreet and trustworthy
  , capable of handling sensitive information with integrity.

Why These Matter:

These qualifications will enable you to thrive in our dynamic, innovation-driven environment and make an immediate impact on our product portfolio.

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Join YAGEO Group — Powering the Future, Together

At YAGEO Group, we're more than just a global leader in electronic components — we're a team of innovators, problem-solvers, and future-shapers. Headquartered in Taipei, Taiwan, with over 100 locations worldwide, we design and deliver the
resistors, capacitors, sensors, and more
that keep the world connected. From electric vehicles to smart factories, our brands —
YAGEO, KEMET, PULSE, and Telemecanique Sensors
— are behind the tech you rely on every day.

Why us?

Innovation that matters:
We're not just building components — we're enabling breakthroughs in
automotive, aerospace, telecom, AI, and beyond
.

Collaboration without borders:
Work with brilliant minds across 30+ countries, where diverse ideas fuel global impact.

Sustainability at heart:
Committed to a greener future, from eco-friendly manufacturing to ethical partnerships.

Join a team that's shaping tomorrow.

Whether you're an engineer, a strategist, or a creative thinker, your work here will power progress. Let's build the future —
together
.

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