Vantive is a vital organ therapy company on a mission to extend lives and expand possibilities for patients and care teams everywhere. For 70 years, our team has driven meaningful innovations in kidney care. As we build on our legacy, we are deepening our commitment to elevating the dialysis experience through digital solutions and advanced services, while looking beyond kidney care and investing in transforming vital organ therapies. Greater flexibility and efficiency in therapy administration for care teams, and longer, fuller lives for patients— that is what Vantive aspires to deliver.
We believe Vantive will not only build our leadership in the kidney care space, it will also offer meaningful work to those who join us. At Vantive, you will become part of a community of people who are focused, courageous and don’t settle for the mediocre. Each of us is driven to help improve patients’ lives worldwide. Join us in advancing our mission to extend lives and expand possibilities.
Location: Miyazaki, Japan
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Plant Manager to lead our Miyazaki manufacturing site. This role serves as the senior site leader with overall responsibility for safety, quality, delivery, cost, compliance, employee engagement, and operational excellence.
The Plant Manager will play a critical role in driving business performance while fostering a culture of continuous improvement, accountability, and talent development. As part of a global manufacturing network, this leader will collaborate closely with regional and international stakeholders to support strategic business objectives and operational excellence initiatives.
This is an exciting opportunity for a manufacturing leader who enjoys balancing day-to-day operational excellence with long-term strategic planning and organizational development.
What You Will Do
Shape Site Strategy
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Develop and execute site operating strategies aligned with business objectives.
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Lead capacity planning and capital investment initiatives.
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Support long-term growth and operational sustainability.
Lead Plant Operations
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Direct all aspects of manufacturing operations, including production, engineering, maintenance, quality, and EHS.
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Ensure achievement of key operational objectives related to safety, quality, delivery, productivity, and cost.
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Maintain compliance with all applicable regulatory, quality, and environmental requirements.
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Collaborate with regional and global stakeholders across Supply Chain, Procurement, Quality, Engineering, R&D, Commercial, and Manufacturing Operations.
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Share best practices and contribute to network-wide manufacturing improvements.
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Champion Lean Manufacturing and Operational Excellence initiatives.
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Identify opportunities to improve productivity, quality, cost efficiency, and operational effectiveness.
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Implement standardized processes and best practices across the site.
Develop and Inspire Teams
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Build, coach, and develop a high-performing leadership team.
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Drive employee engagement and cultivate a culture of accountability and collaboration.
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Lead talent development and succession planning efforts.
What We're Looking For
Required Qualifications
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Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Science, Business, or a related discipline.
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10+ years of manufacturing, operations, or supply chain experience.
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Proven leadership experience managing plant operations and cross-functional teams.
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Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes, quality systems, EHS standards, and regulatory compliance.
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Demonstrated success driving operational excellence, continuous improvement, or Lean transformation initiatives.
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Experience managing budgets, operational KPIs, productivity, and cost performance.
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Strong problem-solving and decision-making capabilities.
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Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
Language Requirements:
Japanese: fluent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to:
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Lead plant-wide communications, management meetings, and operational reviews.
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Communicate effectively with employees at all levels of the organization.
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Engage with local government authorities, regulatory agencies, suppliers, and external stakeholders.
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Prepare, review, and approve business reports, procedures, and operational documentation in Japanese.
English: business-level verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to:
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Participate in regional and global leadership meetings.
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Present plant performance, operational results, and strategic initiatives to international stakeholders.
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Collaborate effectively with global cross-functional teams.
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Prepare and deliver presentations, reports, and business correspondence in English.
Why Join Us
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Lead a strategically important manufacturing site.
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Influence both local operations and global manufacturing initiatives.
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Be part of a purpose-driven healthcare organization improving patients' lives.
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Work in a collaborative international environment.
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Shape the future of manufacturing excellence while developing talent and organizational capability.
Reasonable Accommodation
Vantive is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities globally. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or interview process, please click on the link here and let us know the nature of your request along with your contact information. Form Link
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