Manager, MHE

QVC Japan

Manager leading QVC Japan’s material-handling equipment maintenance at Sakura fulfillment center. Managing budgets, suppliers, safety, reliability, and continuous operational improvement.

Posted 8/13/2026full-timeSakura • 🇯🇵 JapanMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in developing and executing maintenance plans, managing budgets, and improving operational efficiency within large distribution centers. Proficient in financial analysis, inventory management, and maintaining automated warehouse systems.

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Maintenance Budget ManagementLogistics Industry ExperienceAutomated Warehouse MaintenanceMachine Operation Control ProgramsFinancial Analysis Knowledge

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Hard Skills

Inventory ManagementQuality Management OperationsFinancial AnalysisCost AccountingInternal AuditingMachine MaintenanceControl Equipment HandlingPLC ProgrammingAutomated Systems MaintenanceProcess Improvement

Soft Skills

LeadershipTeam BuildingNegotiationStakeholder EngagementContinuous Improvement

Tools & Technologies

Material Handling EquipmentConveyorsMotorsCylindersInvertersServo AmplifiersTouch Panels

Certifications & Qualifications

Machine Maintenance Technician Qualification

Industry Keywords

Large Distribution CenterLogisticsInventory AccountingCost ReductionsOperational Efficiency

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Unity

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop and execute effective maintenance plans to meet budget requirements
Manage the maintenance budget and implement cost reductions
Manage, supervise, and improve overall maintenance operations
Negotiate with material handling equipment manufacturers and other suppliers regarding delivery timelines, pricing, and quality, and build relationships
Measure workplace accuracy and positively impact effectiveness and efficiency
Lead the team and create an environment of mutual engagement and continuous improvement
Build unity and cooperation with stakeholders to maximize results
Support the construction and development of methods to strengthen specific aspects of processes, procedures, and other operations, improving business effectiveness and efficiency
Provide excellent leadership and continuous guidance while pursuing new goals and methods and the highest level of quality

Requirements

What you’ll need

5+ years of experience in the large distribution center industry
2+ years of experience in multiple inventory management or quality management operations
Financial knowledge related to financial analysis, inventory accounting, cost accounting, internal auditing, and related finance functions
At least 5 years of practical experience in the logistics industry
5+ years of experience maintaining automated warehouses and conveyors
5+ years of experience developing machine operation control programs
Experience and knowledge handling machinery and control equipment, including motors, cylinders, inverters, PLCs, servo amplifiers, and touch panels
English proficiency sufficient to read professional materials and communicate by email with global members
Qualification as a Machine Maintenance Technician is welcomed

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive compensation
Paid time off
Employee assistance program
Parental leave
Paid volunteer hours
Amazing company discounts