【正社員】Transport Strategic Development Specialist（品川本社）

Role summary

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This role supports the development and improvement of DHL’s transport strategy in Japan. Typical responsibilities include analyzing transport performance, identifying cost and service opportunities, developing business cases, coordinating improvement initiatives, and working with operations, procurement, finance, and commercial teams. Candidates are expected to have experience in transportation, logistics, supply-chain planning, consulting, or strategic analysis, together with strong project-management and communication skills. Business-level Japanese and English are likely important because the position works with local and international stakeholders. The successful candidate should be analytical, commercially minded, comfortable with data, and able to turn strategic recommendations into practical operational results. Familiarity with transport networks, vendor management, performance metrics, and continuous-improvement methods would be advantageous.

About the employer

DHL is a global logistics and express-delivery company operating as part of DHL Group. Its services include international express shipping, freight transportation, contract logistics, supply-chain management, e-commerce fulfillment, and specialized business solutions. DHL serves customers ranging from small businesses to multinational corporations and operates across more than 220 countries and territories. In Japan, the company provides international shipping, domestic and international freight, warehousing, customs support, and integrated supply-chain services. DHL is known for its extensive global network, technology investment, customer-focused operations, and emphasis on sustainability. Employees typically work in an international environment and may collaborate across countries, functions, and business divisions. The company offers opportunities in operations, transport planning, commercial development, technology, finance, and corporate support.

Working in Japan

Japan offers strong opportunities in logistics, transport, technology, manufacturing, finance, tourism, and international business, especially around Tokyo, Osaka, Nagoya, and major port cities. The culture values punctuality, teamwork, respect, reliability, and attention to detail. Daily life is safe and convenient, with excellent public transport, varied food, healthcare, and highly developed urban services. Tokyo provides the broadest job market but has high housing costs; regional cities can offer a slower pace and lower expenses. Foreign workers generally need an employer-sponsored work visa, with eligibility depending on education, experience, and job duties. Skilled Professional and Engineer/Specialist in Humanities/International Services visas are common for corporate roles. Relocating usually involves arranging housing, residence registration, health insurance, a bank account, and possibly Japanese-language support. Learning practical Japanese greatly improves workplace integration and everyday life.