Position: Senior Deputy Manager (Corporate Planning)

Job Description:

1) Corporate Communications

•Leads and drives the implementation of internal and external communication initiatives to enhance organizational alignment and communication effectiveness. Maintains and updates corporate communication platforms and materials, including corporate videos, brochures, Intranet, LinkedIn, Viva Engage, and media-related content, in accordance with company policies and guidelines. Manages the timely dissemination of management messages and employee engagement activities.

2) Cross-Functional & SHJ-Related Coordination

•Coordinates with internal stakeholders to support the implementation of cross-functional corporate initiatives and ensure smooth day-to-day operations. Provides administrative and general HR-related support to expatriate employees and newly assigned SHJs under the guidance of the Corporate Planning GM and relevant stakeholders.

3) Japanese Company Related Activities and External Liaison

•Manages relationships with key external stakeholders and represents Mitsui Malaysia in engagements with organizations such as JACTIM, JCKL, Nimokukai, Sokeikai, and other relevant business forums and networking activities.

•Acting as liaison with Japanese business organizations, business partners, service providers and relevant authorities.

4) Corporate Planning & Business Strengthening

•Leads and independently executes corporate planning activities, including business planning, MTMP, budget-related exercises, and PDCA processes. Works closely with management and Business Divisions to gather information, coordinate activities, prepare reports and presentations, and contribute to business improvement initiatives.

5) Continuous Improvement and Knowledge Development

•Actively develops knowledge of company operations, policies, and corporate functions. Contributes to process standardization, documentation, and continuous improvement initiatives to enhance operational efficiency and support business continuity.

Requirement:

•Minimum 3 to 5 years of experience in Corporate Planning, Corporate Administration, Business Support, Project Coordination, HR, Administration, or related corporate functions.

•Proven experience in coordinating cross-functional projects and managing multiple stakeholders.

•Strong verbal and written communication skills in both English and Japanese.

• Applicant must be a Japanese citizen.

•Experience in:

Corporate communications and content development

Business planning and performance monitoring

Stakeholder engagement and relationship management

Information gathering, analysis, reporting, and presentation preparation

Corporate governance, compliance, and risk management

•Proficiency in Microsoft 365 applications and digital productivity tools.

•Familiarity with Power BI, Power Automate, and AI-enabled productivity tools.

•Strong documentation, reporting, and process standardization skills.

•Excellent planning, organizational, and time management abilities.

•Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving skills.

•Ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities.

•Detail-oriented, adaptable, and committed to continuous improvement.

Preferred Qualifications not mandatory

•Experience in Corporate Planning and/or Corporate Communications within a corporate environment.

•Experience working in a Japanese company and supporting Japanese expatriates.

•Familiarity with business planning, management reporting, corporate governance, and compliance-related processes.

•Demonstrated interest in digital transformation and process improvement initiatives."