Case Studies
-
Beyond Finance: Sourcing a “Business Leader” for SharkNinja Japan
SharNinja is a global leader in household appliances, known for its disruptive innovation and a high-octane corporate culture defined by the mantra: “Move Fast, Break Things”. Since January 2023, FocusCore has built a robust partnership with SharkNinja Japan, successfully placing key talent across Senior FP&A, Consumer Insights, Marketing, and HR functions. This established trust set…
-
Country Manager Hire Amid Market Uncertainty
ZIM Integrated Shipping Services is a global shipping company specializing in containerized cargo and RoRo (roll-on/roll-off) transportation, with a strong presence across Asia, Transpacific, and intra-Asia trade lanes.At the end of the year, ZIM Japan faced a critical leadership gap. The Country Manager – who also held responsibility as National Sales Manager – departed, leaving…
-
Building a First Class Logistics Function Amidst Global Transition
In the high-stake environment of luxury fashion, supply chain agility is a competitive differentiator. Capri Holdings, amidst a complex global merger with Tapestry, faced a critical inflection point in its North Asia operations. The challenge was twofold: consolidating fragmented logistics processes across their district brands and securing a “rule-breaking” leader capable of navigating both the…
-
A Hat Trick of Key HR Hires for Tesla Japan
Tesla, is a globally known automotive and clean energy company with a well-established business in Japan. In 2026 there will be a greater emphasis on the Japan market than ever before and this means that there must be key hires in the back office and soon. Problems Approach To address Tesla’s challenge, FocusCore developed a…
-
Delivering a Strategic General Manager Hire for DHL Global Forwarding Japan
Introduction DHL Global Forwarding is the freight forwarding division of DHL Group, specializing in international air and ocean freight services across a global network. In Japan, DHL Global Forwarding operates in key logistics hubs including Tokyo, Osaka, and Nagoya, offering tailored import and export solutions backed by strong local expertise. The company supports a wide…
-
Optimizing CFO Search for Carpigiani Japan
Introduction Carpigiani, leading manufacturer of ice cream and pastry making machines, has an office in Tokyo which manages extensive sales operations across Japan. Carpigiani faced challenges in hiring talent, which had a direct impact on their operations and growth. To address this issue, the company sought the assistance of FocusCore Group. Problem The company faced…