The Senior Manager, Automation Project role offers an exciting opportunity to lead large-scale automation programmes across manufacturing and operational technology environments. This position plays a key role in driving transformation, delivering advanced automation solutions, and supporting long-term operational excellence through innovation, efficiency, and global best practices.
Responsibilities
Lead end-to-end delivery of automation programmes across IT and OT environments, including MES, SCADA, PLC, and DCS systems.
Define and implement automation strategies and system architectures aligned with global standards and Industry 4.0 objectives.
Manage project scope, schedules, risks, dependencies, and delivery milestones to ensure successful project outcomes.
Oversee CAPEX and OPEX planning, budgeting, and cost control to support sustainable operational performance.
Coordinate external partners, including system integrators and OEMs, while providing leadership to internal engineering teams.
Ensure compliance with safety, quality, cybersecurity, and data integrity requirements throughout project lifecycles.
Drive testing, commissioning, validation, and operational readiness activities, while providing regular progress updates and risk assessments to senior stakeholders.
Requirements
Degree in Engineering or a related discipline such as Mechanical, Chemical, Materials, Packaging, or a similar field.
Extensive experience in relevant technical environments, including leadership of large-scale projects or teams.
Strong expertise in automation and manufacturing technologies.
Demonstrated leadership, stakeholder management, and team development capabilities.
Strategic mindset with a strong focus on innovation, continuous improvement, and problem-solving.
Excellent communication and collaboration skills with the ability to work effectively in global environments.
Business-level English proficiency.
Understanding of safety requirements, regulatory compliance, and industry standards.
Knowledge of intellectual property considerations and patent interpretation.
Benefits
Subsidised taxi transportation from Moriyama Station.
Retirement allowance scheme.
Employee share ownership programme.
Remote working scheme.
About the company
A company in the beverage industry with a strong global presence and recognised market leadership. The organisation combines international scale with local innovation, operating extensive distribution capabilities and a broad portfolio of consumer products while continuously investing in operational excellence, digital transformation, and sustainable growth.