Naoya Atarashi

Naoya Atarashi is a seasoned executive search professional specializing in the manufacturing and logistics industries. With deep expertise in factory automation, process automation, and logistics automation, he helps companies navigate the transformation brought by Industry 4.0 and IoT. His industry knowledge extends to automotive innovations, particularly autonomous vehicles and electric vehicles (EVs)—critical sectors driving global demand.

With over a decade of executive search experience, Naoya has successfully placed managing directors, division heads, sales directors, and engineering leaders across multinational and high-growth firms. His prior experience in manufacturing sales gives him an insider’s perspective, allowing him to identify the right opportunities that align with both corporate objectives and individual career aspirations.

Naoya is committed to long-term partnerships, offering strategic career guidance and personalized support at every stage of a candidate’s professional journey. His consultative approach ensures precise talent matches, fostering sustainable growth for both executives and organizations.

  • Industries: IT, manufacturing, distribution & supply chain, retail
  • Functions: Executive leadership, senior management (including corporate functions), sales, project management, customer success, consulting, sales engineering, and more
  • Head of Customer Success, U.S. SaaS vendor — 50s — ¥32 M
  • Project Manager, global IT consulting firm — 40s — ¥18 M
  • Sales Director, marine container leasing company — 40s — ¥12 M
  • Direct Sales, U.S. SaaS vendor — 30s — ¥14 M

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