Hiroshi Tanaka
+81-90-3847-5621 | hiroshi.tanaka@email.com | 3-2-1 Minato Ward, Tokyo 106-0032 | linkedin.com/in/hiroshi-tanaka

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Executive Director/Advisor
Sumitomo Financial Group, Tokyo
January 2020 – Present

• Lead enterprise-wide strategic sourcing and procurement transformation initiatives across $2.5B+ annual spend portfolio, delivering 18% cost savings through vendor consolidation and contract renegotiation
• Direct cross-functional teams of 45+ professionals across finance, operations, and supply chain to optimize resource allocation and drive operational excellence in asset management and investment operations
• Establish governance frameworks and risk mitigation strategies for outsourcing partnerships, reducing operational risk exposure by 32% while maintaining regulatory compliance across multiple jurisdictions
• Spearhead digital transformation and process automation initiatives, implementing advanced analytics platforms that improved forecasting accuracy by 27% and reduced reporting cycle time by 40%
• Advise C-suite executives on strategic planning, business continuity, and sustainable business practices, resulting in enhanced stakeholder confidence and improved ESG ratings

Senior Vice President, Strategic Operations & Finance
Mizuho Capital Management, Osaka
March 2015 – December 2019

• Managed $850M operating budget and led financial planning, analysis, and reporting functions for wealth management division serving high-net-worth clients
• Designed and implemented procurement center of excellence, standardizing vendor management processes and achieving $47M in annual cost reductions through strategic sourcing initiatives
• Directed integration of acquired business units, overseeing consolidation of financial systems, vendor contracts, and operational processes across 12 international offices
• Championed change management initiatives supporting agile methodologies adoption, improving project delivery speed by 35% and stakeholder satisfaction scores by 28%
• Built and mentored high-performing teams of 30+ finance and operations professionals, implementing leadership development programs with 92% retention rate

Director, Finance & Procurement Operations
Nomura Securities, Tokyo
June 2010 – February 2015

• Oversaw end-to-end procure-to-pay operations, expense management, and IT asset management for financial services organization with 2,500+ employees
• Implemented spend analysis and benchmarking tools that identified $23M in cost optimization opportunities across contracts, allocations, and resource management
• Led business process outsourcing evaluation and vendor selection, successfully transitioning offshore operations while maintaining service quality and regulatory compliance
• Developed financial reporting frameworks and management dashboards enabling data-driven decision making and improved budget accountability
• Managed Project Management Office (PMO) supporting 40+ concurrent strategic initiatives with average on-time delivery rate of 89%

Senior Manager, Financial Planning & Analysis
Daiwa Asset Management, Yokohama
August 2006 – May 2010

• Conducted financial analysis, forecasting, and business case development supporting investment management and asset allocation decisions
• Partnered with business units to develop annual budgets, monitor expenses, and implement cost control measures resulting in 12% improvement in operating margins
• Created management reporting packages and conducted variance analysis for executive leadership and board presentations
• Supported due diligence and integration planning for three strategic acquisitions totaling $420M in transaction value
• Collaborated with compliance teams to ensure adherence to banking regulations and audit requirements

Financial Analyst
Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group, Tokyo
January 2004 – July 2006

• Performed financial modeling, budgeting, and variance analysis supporting business planning and resource allocation decisions
• Prepared monthly and quarterly financial reports for senior management, highlighting key performance indicators and trends
• Assisted in development of annual operating plans and three-year strategic forecasts for multiple business lines
• Supported procurement and contract management activities, tracking vendor performance and payment processing

EDUCATION

Master of Business Administration (MBA), Finance & Strategy
Keio University Graduate School of Business, Tokyo
Graduated: 2003

Bachelor of Science, Finance
Waseda University, Tokyo
Graduated: 2001

CERTIFICATIONS & PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

• Certified Strategic Sourcing Professional (CSSP)
• Project Management Professional (PMP)
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
• Executive Leadership Program, Tokyo Institute of Finance

CORE COMPETENCIES

Strategic Planning & Execution | Financial Analysis & Reporting | Strategic Sourcing & Procurement | Vendor & Contract Management | Risk Assessment & Mitigation | Change Management | Process Automation & Optimization | Asset & Investment Management | Regulatory Compliance | Budget Management & Cost Control | Business Continuity Planning | Leadership Development | Agile Methodologies | Supply Chain Management | Operational Excellence

LANGUAGES

Japanese (Native)
English (Professional Working Proficiency)