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Fender

HR Operation Manager

Tokyo, Japan

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Seniority
Lead / management
Country
JP
Work mode
Remote-friendly
First seen by hirly
4 Sept 2026

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Fender Musical Instruments Corporation is a world famous brand with offices across the globe . An American icon, Fender was born in Southern California and has built a worldwide influence extending beyond the studio and the stage. A Fender is more than an instrument, it’s a cultural symbol that resonates globally.

We are searching for an HR Operation Manager in APAC HR team based Tokyo . This position holder will particularly focus on APAC HR operations including payroll and HR database upgrade and compensation and benefits by closely working with global HR team and business leaders in Japan, Australia, China and South Korea.

Essential Functions:

Administer monthly payroll data, timesheet/leave tracking systems and sales commission data

Work closely with global HR team to upgrade HR database.

Plan and strategize simplifying HR processes to smoothly execute overall APAC HR operations.

Work with APAC HR director to plan and roll out competitive salary structure and benefits.

Provide user friendly HR processes and services for APAC team.

Work with business leaders in APAC to constantly review and update work rules in compliant with each jurisdiction and labour law.

Qualifications:

Bachelors degree in business administration preferred, but, not mandatory.

Excellent communication skills. Strong verbal and written language proficiencies in Japanese and English.

Ability to maintain strict confidentiality and manage information with utmost integrity

Ability to establish rapport and credibility at all levels of the company

Organized and logical. Attention to details while being able to grasp big picture of long term company business growth.

Analytical Skills – the ability to use thinking and reasoning to solve a problem

Experience in HR system enhancement or HR process reviews is preferred.

A passion for music!

About Fender Musical Instruments:

Fender Musical Instruments Corporation (FMIC) is one of the world’s leading musical instrument manufacturers, marketers and distributors, whose portfolio of brands includes Fender®, Squier®, Presonus®, Gretsch®, Jackson®, EVH®, Charvel®, Bigsby®, and Groove Tubes®, among others. For more information, visit www.fender.com . Fender Musical Instruments Corporation is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, gender, age, color, religion, disability, veterans’ status, sexual orientation, or any other protected factor.

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