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Coca-Cola · Otsu, Shiga, JP

# Senior Manager, Greenfield Automation Program

Otsu, Shiga, JP Full-time Manager or lead Shiga 

Listed on Coca-Cola’s official careers site. Posted October 27, 2026. Check that it is still open and apply there.
[Apply on Coca-Cola’s careers site →](https://careers.coca-colacompany.com/job/23168099/senior-manager-greenfield-automation-program-otsu-jp/)

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## Job description

### Key Responsibilities

Lead end‑to‑end delivery of IT/OT automation programs, including MES, SCADA, PLC, DCS, data historians, and integration with enterprise systems. Define automation strategy and architecture aligned with CPS standards and Industry 4.0 roadmap with clear alignment to global architecture. Manage program scope, schedule, risks, and dependencies to ensure on‑time, on‑budget delivery. Own automation CAPEX and OPEX planning, forecasting, and cost control.

Manage system integrators, OEMs, IT partners, and internal engineering teams. Ensure automation solutions meet GMP, food safety, cybersecurity, and data integrity requirements. Lead automation testing, commissioning, validation, and operational readiness. Ensure safe execution during installation, testing, and commissioning activities. Provide clear executive‑level reporting on progress, risks, and mitigation.

### Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Automation, Electrical, Controls, Computer, or related Engineering discipline. 12+ years’ experience in industrial automation, IT/OT systems, or digital manufacturing. Proven experience leading large, global automation or digital transformation programs. Strong stakeholder management experience, including senior leaders and external vendors. Demonstrated ownership of automation CAPEX/OPEX and delivery performance.

Hands‑on experience with validation, GMP, and food safety requirements in manufacturing environments. Knowledge of OT cybersecurity and IT/OT convergence best practices. Fluent in English; Japanese proficiency preferred. Success Measures Automation program delivered safely, on time, and within approved CAPEX/OPEX. Stable, validated, and secure automation systems handed over to operations. Compliance with GMP, food safety, and CPS standards.

Improved site performance through digitalization and Industry 4.0 capabilities. Change Management, Continual Improvement Process, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), ISO 14001, Lean Manufacturing, Microsoft Office, Production Management, Production Processes, Quality Control (QC), Six Sigma, Standard Operating Procedure (SOP), Waterfall Model Location(s): Japan City/Cities: Shiga Travel Required: 00% - 25% Relocation Provided: No Job Posting End Date: November 15, 2026 Our Purpose and Growth Culture: We are taking deliberate action to nurture an inclusive culture that is grounded in our company purpose, to refresh the world and make a difference.

We act with a growth mindset, take an expansive approach to what’s possible and believe in continuous learning to improve our business and ourselves. We focus on four key behaviors – curious, empowered, inclusive and agile – and value how we work as much as what we achieve. We believe that our culture is one of the reasons our company continues to thrive after 130+ years. Visit Our Purpose and Vision to learn more about these behaviors and how you can bring them to life in your next role at Coca-Cola.

## At a glance
- Posted by the employer: Oct 27, 2026
- First seen by OpenNash: Jul 10, 2026
- Last checked: Nov 1, 2026
- Listed for: 114 days
- Location: Otsu, Shiga, JP
- Employment type: Full-time
- Pay: Shiga[Apply on Coca-Cola’s careers site →](https://careers.coca-colacompany.com/job/23168099/senior-manager-greenfield-automation-program-otsu-jp/)

## Hiring at Coca-Cola
- Open jobs: 215
- New in the last 7 days: After two weekly collections
- Tracked since: Jul 10, 2026

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