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business operations position

business operations position

  • Improvisation to optimize logistics
  • A reform mindset that leads colleagues
  • Motivation to grow through challenges

The business operations that handle logistics, the core of a trading company's business, are carried out by ONE TEAM.
Sometimes they act as a bridge to implement business, and sometimes they act as an anchor to carry the "baton" passed by their colleagues to the goal in the shortest distance, fulfilling their respective duties.
We will deepen our collaboration by sharing the challenges, achievements, and rewards that come with them, and take on the challenge of reforming and evolving Macnica.

SESSION MEMBER

  • Aika Takahashi

    My seed is​ ​the ability to improvise to optimize logistics

    Aika Takahashi

    New graduate hire

    He is currently working in the Product Management Department of the Analog Solutions Division ALTIMA Company.
    After joining the company, she was involved in placing orders with supplier manufacturers and adjusting product delivery dates. After taking two maternity and childcare leaves, she is now in charge of creating reports on sales performance and forecasts to be submitted to supplier manufacturers.

  • Ryo Tajima

    My seed is​ ​the reform mindset that leads my colleagues

    Ryo Tajima

    Mid-career hire

    Belongs to the Logistics Management Department, Operations Promotion Division, Business Promotion Headquarters.
    Currently, as deputy manager, he is in charge of managing product shipments and receiving, as well as system modifications aimed at standardizing, streamlining, and leveling operational tasks.

  • Tomomi Koyama

    My seed is​ ​the drive to grow, accelerated by challenges

    Tomomi Koyama

    New graduate hire

    Belongs to the Customer Service Department of the Operations Promotion Division of the Business Promotion Headquarters.
    After joining the company, she worked hard to manage product orders and shipments. After taking maternity and childcare leave, she took on the role of assistant manager, managing the business operations team, making use of her experience before maternity leave.

Q1: What prompted you to join the company? Reasons

A Company with Attractive People and Work Style

  • Tajima
    Tajima

    Why did you both choose Macnica as new graduates?

  • Oyama
    Oyama

    The deciding factor for me to join the company was a female senior employee I met during the selection process. She seemed to shine brightly, fulfilling the three criteria I looked for when choosing a company during my job search: "variety in work," "a sense of fulfillment," and "a company where women can continue working for a long time." I thought, "I want to become a member of society like her!" and decided to join the company.

  • Takahashi
    Takahashi

    Like Mr. Koyama, I was attracted to Macnica 's senior employees, which was what made me decide to join the company. The people I met during the selection process were really nice, and I was also drawn to the company's atmosphere, so I honestly thought, "I want to work here!" The interviewer was also very friendly, and I could tell he was trying to bring out my true self, so I felt like I could work as myself at this company.

  • Oyama
    Oyama

    Why did you choose Macnica, Tajima-san?

  • Tajima
    Tajima

    Before joining Macnica, I worked in sales at a logistics company, and although I enjoyed the work itself, it was quite busy... I wanted to do a job that was rewarding while also having a fulfilling private life, so I decided to change jobs to a company that emphasizes work-life balance.

  • Oyama
    Oyama

    And that's how you met Macnica.

  • Tajima
    Tajima

    That's right. A recruitment agency recommended Macnica to me, so I went through the selection process. During the interview, I spoke with the HR person and became convinced that "At this company, I will be given a great deal of discretion, and I will be able to do rewarding work while also having a fulfilling private life!" I am now able to devote sufficient time to raising my two-year-old child.

  • Takahashi
    Takahashi

    Work thoroughly. Enjoy your private time on the weekends. This is what makes Macnica unique. I think Macnica is the perfect company for people who want to enrich both their work and their private lives.

Q2: What is rewarding about your work?

Only as a Team Can We Overcome

  • Oyama
    Oyama

    Tajima-san, how do you like working at Macnica?

  • Tajima
    Tajima

    It's very tough (laughs). Logistics management is a constantly changing business, so we need to respond appropriately to the situation. In particular, when a decision is made at short notice to ship a product on the same day, we need to quickly coordinate with internal and external parties. However, the sense of accomplishment we get when we overcome a challenge as a team is one of the rewarding aspects of this job.
    We in the Logistics Management Department are the anchors that carry the "baton" passed on by each department to the finish line. Thanks to our sales and engineering teams winning business and our product operations team working hard to negotiate delivery dates, products can arrive at Macnica 's warehouse and be shipped. We work as one team to get to the finish line in the shortest possible time.

  • Takahashi
    Takahashi

    Macnica is a company where the idea of "working together to achieve goals" is deeply rooted in each and every employee. When I was in charge of product receiving, I was pressed for time every day, as I had to respond quickly to ensure that product shipments to customers would not be delayed. Even in such situations, I remember feeling a great sense of accomplishment from working together with my team members toward our goals. Although much of my current report creation work is done independently, I often discuss with my superiors and colleagues how to create accurate reports in the shortest possible time!

  • Tajima
    Tajima

    Even if you work alone, it's great to have an environment where employees can easily ask for advice!

  • Takahashi
    Takahashi

    When do you feel your work is rewarding, Mr. Koyama?

  • Oyama
    Oyama

    There are many times when I feel rewarded. For example, when I can see my subordinates growing, or when we achieve our goals as a team. I also feel a great sense of accomplishment when I participate in projects that promote internal reforms such as improving work efficiency.

  • Takahashi
    Takahashi

    The project activities bring together the best minds from various departments.

  • Tajima
    Tajima

    I also participated once six months after joining the company, but I felt it was a difficult job because in order to move the discussion forward, you needed to understand the operations of the entire company. What do you find rewarding about project activities, Mr. Koyama?

  • Oyama
    Oyama

    It's a place where we can convey our voices to other departments as we fight on the front lines and reform the operations of the entire company. Also, as Takahashi-san said, I learn a lot by interacting with the best people in each department, and it inspires me to think, "I can't let myself be outdone." I would like to actively volunteer for future projects when they are launched.

Q3: Future outlook

Aiming for Brighter Individuals and Organizations

  • Oyama
    Oyama

    Can I ask about your future goals?

  • Tajima
    Tajima

    I was promoted to a managerial position last year, so my first goal is to fulfill my duties in a management position. As a member of Macnica, which will continue to evolve, I would also like to support the logistics function, which is the core of the business, and contribute to the company's growth.

  • Takahashi
    Takahashi

    I would like to be able to handle a wider range of tasks. Since joining the company, I have been assigned to a specific supplier manufacturer, and currently, I am able to work efficiently by becoming familiar with that supplier. However, I believe that in the future, I may be given the opportunity to be entrusted with tasks related to new supplier manufacturers. I would like to increase the tasks I can handle and continue to grow so that I can be active no matter which team I am assigned to.

  • Tajima
    Tajima

    Takahashi-san, you have a strong desire to grow! As a manager in an organization, I also want to create an environment that promotes the growth of our members. In order to quickly make new members of our department effective and improve team productivity, we will create a system and structure to efficiently convey the knowledge and know-how of veteran employees.

  • Takahashi
    Takahashi

    Tajima-san, you are also thinking about the growth of your team members. I feel a little embarrassed to say something so bold in front of you two managers, but I would like to be able to not only do my own job but also support my team members. In the future, I would like to become an excellent manager like you two!

  • Oyama
    Oyama

    I'm very happy to hear such words, but I also believe I have a lot more to grow. I became an assistant manager this year and have come to realize that I am far lacking in both skills and experience, so I want to develop a higher perspective and the ability to see things from a broader perspective. I also aim to create a "family"-like team where each employee helps each other overcome difficulties and achieves well-being through their work.

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