Key Account Manager

Date PostedJune 30, 2026LocationTokyo, JapanCompanyNot publicly visibleSalary¥9,000,000 - ¥13,000,000Typegeneral affairs/hr/legal - general affairs general affairs/hr/legal - office manager administrative - other

Job Summary

We are seeking a Key Account Manager to oversee facility management services for foreign-owned companies in Japan. The role involves managing onsite teams, vendors, and strategic client relationships to ensure operational excellence. The successful candidate will also lead sustainability initiatives, health and safety compliance, and organizational development.

Responsibilities

  • Manage facility operations and onsite teams
  • Oversee KPI, quality, and budget management
  • Develop strategic client relationships
  • Lead HSE compliance and sustainability initiatives
  • Drive team building and organizational development

Required Skills

  • Facility Management experience
  • Fluent Japanese and Business English
  • KPI and Budget management
  • Leadership and team management
  • MS Office proficiency

Job Details

■ Operations and Business Management • Overall management of facility management services in Japan • Management of on-site teams, vendors, and partner companies • KPI/service level/quality management • Promotion of business improvement and productivity improvement measures • Budget, revenue, and cost management • Impact analysis and improvement proposals when service changes occur • Promotion of ISO quality management activities • Promotion of energy reduction and sustainability measures ■ Client Support • Building relationships with clients and strengthening strategic partnerships • Participation in regular meetings • Proposals for cost improvement and business improvement • Escalation handling • Proposal activities for improving service quality • Support for new service proposals and contract expansion ■ Team Management • Training of managers and supervisors • Performance Management and Evaluation System Operation • Recruitment Activities and Organizational Strengthening • Succession Planning • Team Building and Engagement Improvement ■ Safety, Health, and Compliance • Promotion of Health & Safety (HSE) Initiatives • Risk Assessment Management • Accident and Near Miss Management • Fostering a Safety Culture • Ensuring Compliance with Laws and Regulations and Internal Standards ■ Regional Collaboration • Collaboration with APAC/Overseas Offices • Sharing Best Practices • Participation in Regional Projects • Overseas Business Trips (Training, Observation of Operations in Other Countries, etc.) ■ Working Hours Monday to Friday 9:00 to 18:00 (8 hours work/1 hour break). Depending on work conditions, there is a possibility of working overtime or on weekends. ■ Required Qualifications • Experience in facility management/office operations/general affairs • Experience in a foreign-owned company or BPO environment • Client-facing experience • Experience in revenue/expense management and KPI management • Experience in organizational management • Business-level English skills • Japanese: Native level (N1 or higher) • Must possess a work permit in Japan • Basic MS Office skills (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint) ■ Preferred Qualifications • Experience in IFM (Integrated Facilities Management) • Experience in data centers and critical facilities • Knowledge of ISO/HSE • Experience in promoting sustainability • Experience in managing multinational teams