People Operations Manager

Who we are

We’re bold thinkers and kind teammates, growing fast but staying grounded. Our Nordic roots and global outlook shape a culture of friendliness, creativity, and collaboration, all powered by openness and shared wins. We care deeply about doing the right thing - and doing it together. We aim to improve the flow of goods, time, and energy - and we know we can’t shape the future by clinging to the past. So, we keep evolving, together. 

What we do

RELEX Solutions delivers a unified supply chain planning platform for retailers and manufacturers, enabled by proven AI technology. We help companies optimize demand forecasting, replenishment, merchandising, pricing and promotions, supply chain operations, and production planning across the end-to-end value chain. 

With a global team of over 2,000 professionals, we work side-by-side with our customers to solve real problems with lasting impact. Companies trust RELEX to increase product availability, boost sales, deliver actionable insights, improve sustainability, and drive profitable growth. Join us and make an impact on the world and your career!  

In response to our fast growth and market expansion, we are looking for a People Operations Manager to join our APAC team, ideally based in Japan. In this role, you’ll take ownership of People Operations in Japan and Thailand while supporting the broader APAC region, including Australia, Singapore, and other markets.
You’ll ensure that our People processes are compliant, efficient, and people-focused, while acting as a trusted local partner to employees and leaders. You’ll also play a key role in shaping and building our People Operations capabilities in newly established entities, starting with Japan.
You’ll be part of our global People Operations team of 15+ professionals across Europe and APAC, working closely with colleagues in the region and the wider People team. This role reports to the Team Lead, People Operations APAC & Global Mobility.

What we need you to do and be

Bring your ideas. Challenge ours. Grow with us. 

• Act as the main People Operations contact for Japan and Thailand and provide regional support across APAC.
• Manage employee lifecycle processes, from onboarding to offboarding, ensuring an excellent and compliant employee experience.
• Partner with managers at all levels and across countries to provide guidance on people-related matters, employee relations, and local employment practices in your region.
• Coordinate with external payroll and People vendors, including EOR partners, to ensure accurate and compliant operations.
• Support entity setup, benefits administration, and People documentation for new and growing markets.
• Collaborate closely with the global People Operations and HRIS teams to improve processes and systems.
• Contribute to regional and global People Operations initiatives and share best practices across teams.
• Provide partnership and mentoring to the Australia-based Senior People Operations Specialist.

 What you’ll bring to the table 

Our five values are our playbook. We speak up when things don’t make sense. We stop doing what doesn’t add value. We stay curious, back each other up, and make space for both innovation and laughter.  

• Proven experience in People Operations within Japan, ideally with exposure to other APAC markets.
• Strong understanding of local employment law and People Operations practices.
• Hands-on experience managing payroll, benefits, and employee lifecycle processes.
• Experience working with international teams and coordinating across multiple countries or vendors.
• Excellent collaboration and communication skills; comfortable advising and partnering with managers of all levels.
• Organized, proactive, and solutions-focused mindset
• Comfortable with working independently; while we have a growing local employee base, your direct manager is located in Finland and your closest people colleague sits in Australia.
• Fluency in Japanese and English (written and spoken).

What we offer in return

You’ll be supported and given the space to thrive. We offer meaningful work, flexibility, and a culture that backs you to share your voice and be authentic.  

• An international career and learning opportunities
• A rapidly growing and financially robust software company with exciting opportunities for career growth, also in the future 

These are the RELEX key benefits 

• Flexible working
• Genuine work-life balance
• Annual leave
• Internet and mobile phone benefits
• Diverse, inclusive, and supportive work culture
• Meaningful work with a commitment to a more sustainable future
• High autonomy
• Room for creativity
• Strong team spirit through company parties, two team days per year, and after-work activities
• Family-oriented policies
• Flat hierarchies   
• Two paid volunteering days each year 

We are a global community of different cultures, voices, and experiences. We celebrate what makes us unique and connect through what we share, in an authentic and safe environment. Together we shape the future, and each other. 

If you feel this is the opportunity you don’t want to miss, you can apply by sending your cover letter and resume through the application form as soon as possible.

Apply today and be part of the future. Be RELEX!