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Noriko S.

Sapporo, Japan

$45/hr
5.0
10 jobs

- Highly motivated and certified Technical Project Management Professional with over 15 years of experience in managing large scale projects in the technology sector. Proven ability to design and implement strategic project plans that successfully accomplish business goals throughout APAC and Japan. - Excellent problem-solving abilities and a strong technical aptitude, combined with exceptional leadership and communication skills. Skilled in managing cross-functional teams, driving process improvement initiatives, and collaborating effectively with all levels of management. - Highly proficient in identifying opportunities for process optimization by analysing datasets and translating complex ideas into analytical & actionable insight and strategic business recommendations. - Experience in improving operational efficiency and business productivity via process re-engineering and data analysis. Demonstrated competency in analysis of “AS-IS” process, “TO-BE” process modelling.

  • Agile Project Management
  • Japanese
  • AIOps
  • Computer Vision
  • Sales Forecasting Software
  • Sales Strategy
  • Sales Analytics
  • Business Process Automation
  • Data Visualization
  • IT Project Management
  • Project Management Professional
  • English
  • Salesforce
  • Google Sheets Automation
Nikhil T.

Tokyo, Japan

$95/hr
4.6
24 jobs

🚀 Fractional CPO & AI Product Leader | 10+ Years | Ex-Expedia | Top Rated | 100% JSS I help startups and scaling companies turn ideas into shipped products, streamlined workflows, and measurable revenue growth. Whether you need an AI product strategy, a telehealth platform roadmap, or a 0-to-1 MVP launched fast — I bring the leadership and execution to make it happen. ✅ PROVEN OUTCOMES: • Launched AI SaaS platform (MyTegami.win) to 5,000 users in 90 days — 65% retention, NPS 72 • Reduced telehealth platform time-to-market by 35%, improved patient satisfaction by 40% • Drove $200K revenue growth in 6 months + 15,000 new customers for health supplement brand • Generated $750K+ in annual sales conversion impact through digital transformation • Managed $2M+ product budget at Expedia — 12 major releases, 18% productivity gain • Won Xiaomi MiMo Builders Grant (2026) for AI product innovation 🎯 WHAT I DO FOR CLIENTS: • Fractional CPO / Product Leadership — roadmap, prioritization, OKRs, stakeholder alignment • AI Product Strategy — LLM apps, RAG pipelines, agentic workflows, GPT integrations • MVP Definition & Launch — PRD, user flows, backlog, go-to-market, feedback loops • Telehealth & HealthTech Consulting — clinical workflows, HIPAA-aware product planning, EHR integrations • Digital Transformation — CRM, automation, e-commerce, customer journey redesign • Growth & Conversion Optimization — A/B testing, UX improvements, retention, monetization 👤 WHO I WORK WITH: Founbers, CEOs, and product teams at startups and SMEs who need clarity on what to build, how to launch it, and how to grow it — without the overhead of a full-time executive. 🛠 TOOLS & TECH: GPT-4o | Claude | Gemini | RAG | LangChain | Agile/Scrum | Jira | Notion | Figma | Six Sigma | HubSpot | Shopify | Telehealth Platforms 📍 Based in Japan | Available globally | Fluent in English Let's build something that ships and scales. Message me to discuss your project.

  • Trello
  • Asana
  • Project Delivery
  • Product Management
  • Project Management Professional
  • Design Thinking
  • Business Analysis
  • Prompt Engineering
  • Artificial Intelligence
  • Digital Transformation
  • Generative AI
  • Agile Project Management
  • Six Sigma
  • LLM Prompt Engineering
  • SaaS
  • Product Strategy
  • Product Roadmap
  • Go-to-Market Strategy
  • Machine Learning
  • ChatGPT
Chikako F.

Meguro, Japan

$20/hr
5.0
68 jobs

🗾Hello! I'm Chikako, based in Meguro, Tokyo, Japan🎌 With 20+ years in global IT and as a former CEO's secretary, I prioritize integrity, confidentiality, and professionalism, delivering reliable, high-quality service with discretion. 💼I offer a variety of services to support your needs, as listed below, which I have successfully provided to Upwork clients: ★ Virtual Assistance & Life Support • Business administration & general life support • Travel assistance within Japan (Hotel, restaurant, and rental car bookings) • Assistance for newcomers in Japan (e.g., driver's license guidance) • Setting up automatic payments for utilities • Support with government office procedures • Product/service feedback & user interviews • Booth Representative / Product Demo at Trade Shows (Japanese & English) • Market/Company research on Japanese products & services (both online and offline) ★ Business launch support in Japan • Liaison and procedural support during business setup in Japan, including coordination with legal professionals (judicial scriveners/lawyers) and hands-on assistance with required steps. • Due Diligence: Researching the status and details of companies or business situations. Please note: I do not handle company registration procedures (such as address changes) as fully remote or low-cost services. Due to the importance and sensitivity of these processes, I only accept such requests after direct consultation to ensure accuracy and mutual trust. Please also note that I do not provide referrals to administrative scriveners (gyoseishoshi). ★ Japanese Language Support • Localization of corporate ads and tools (providing checks and advice from a linguistic and cultural perspective as a native Japanese speaker) • Conversation partner for language learners • Proofreading (emails, résumés, cover letters) • Résumé creation for Japanese companies • Japanese writing tailored to your tone and style preferences ★ Mentorship & Advisory Services • Interview support: Assisting with recruitment interviews as a panel member for IT companies • Mentorship for young professionals: Providing guidance and follow-up support • Internal operations advisor: Reviewing and improving processes ★ Photo/Video Shoot Assistance • On-site assistance (setting up the environment, lighting support) • Food preparation & styling for visual content ★ Real Estate Support (Licensed Real Estate Transaction Agent in Japan) • Finding houses or apartments based on your preferences • Conducting viewings on your behalf • Moving and relocation support within Japan 👩‍💼 About Me I’m a certified bilingual Project Management Professional (PMP) with over 23 years of experience in global IT companies. Highly self-motivated and a quick learner, I efficiently manage multiple priorities with ease. 🌍 Languages: • Japanese (Native) • English (Fluent) 📅 Let’s Connect! I’m available for quick Zoom meetings ("Schedule a meeting" on Upwork) to discuss your needs. I use Upwork’s time-tracking tool for accurate billing and organize work efficiently through Google Sheets and Docs. Let’s collaborate and achieve your goals together! 🚀

  • Japanese
  • Market Research Interview
  • Proofreading
  • Personal Administration
  • Real Estate Photography
  • Mock Interview
  • Translation
  • CV/Resume Translation
  • Travel Advice
  • Administrate
  • Project Management Office
  • Cooking
Takehiro F.

Kagoshima, Japan

$20/hr
5.0
1 jobs

I am a project manager for a business web system for a company. I am familiar with JavaScript, HTML, CSS and AWS for project management and system development. I have 18 years of experience in system development. I have PMP(Project Management Professional) certification. I also do market research to come up with new services. I am not good at speaking English, but reading and writing English is not a problem. I am a native level Japanese speaker. I would be happy to help you in your work.

  • Project Management Professional
  • Web Application
  • Web Development
Satoru H.

Minato, Japan

$15/hr
5.0
3 jobs

Facility Management professional with physical security and IT background. Ex-embassy guard and rugby player. Utilizing professional and cultural experience of Japan and the U.S., I am more than happy to help with your needs. I'm also keen to new things, so help me to help you!

  • Japanese
  • Project Management
  • Physical Security
  • Facilities Management
  • IT Management
Sapna K.

Yokohama, Japan

$15/hr
5.0
8 jobs

Greetings Recruiter, I'm Sapna Kumari, a Project Management Professional for almost more than 5 years now. I am an expert in managing multiple projects at the same time from start till the Project go-live and closure. As a Project Manager, I have been working as an all rounder at times like Managing large data files, working with Front end (UI/UX Team), making wireframes and many more besides PM responsibilities. Being a graphics enthusiast, I have been working on multiple illustrations and celebrity posters as well using Photoshop. You can see some of my work under portfolio section on my profile. I can provide following services. Please feel free to come to my inbox for discussing it further. ➤ Project Management: ✅ Timelines Management ✅ Team Management ✅ CRM Management ✅ Project Documentation ✅ Scope Analysis ✅ Project Workflow ✅ Process Management ✅ Managing Communication ✅ JIRA, Asana, Slack, MS Projects, ZOHO ➤ Virtual Assistant ✅ CRM Management ✅ Web Research ✅ MS Office Proficient (Excel, Word, Speardsheet, Powerpoint) ✅ Admin Support ✅ Proofreading ✅ Data & Email Management ➤ Data Entry and Virtual Assistant ✅ Data Cleaning and Managing ✅ Data Analysis ✅ Management Dashboards creation based on data ✅ Copy/Paste ✅ Fast Typing ✅ PDF Conversion ✅ Data Cleansing ✅ Document Formatting ✅ Scanned Pages to Editable Document ✅ MS Excel, Word, Spreadsheets, Docs. WHY SHOULD YOU HIRE ME? ➡ TO GET: 👉 100% accuracy 👉 Quick response 👉 Speedy delivery 👉 Multiple revisions 👉 Minimum charges 👉 Customer Satisfaction 👉 Service after delivery, if required I am looking forward to working with you and be a part of your your team. Thanks. :) Sapna.

  • Adobe Photoshop
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Data Entry
  • Project Timelines
  • Project Planning
  • Project Plans
  • Software QA
  • Project Workflows
  • Jira
  • Excel Formula
  • Product Management

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