IT Support&SAP Coordinator (Japanese Speaking), Rotterdam

At

IKO Nippon Thompson Europe B.V ., everything revolves around precision that keeps the world in motion. As the European hub of the Japanese technology company

Nippon Thompson Co., Ltd .

( IKO ), headquartered in Tokyo, we are at the forefront of innovation in motion technology.

With offices across Europe, Asia and North America, we operate on a global scale, delivering components that make a difference in some of the most advanced industries– from high-tech automation to cutting-edge machinery. Our solutions may not always be visible, but without them, nothing moves.

Driven by Japanese precision, technological expertise and an international mindset, we are building the future of industry every day. This is where ambition, innovation and impact come together.

About the role At

IKO Nippon Thompson Europe , we are looking for an Environmental Compliance&SAP Specialist who will take ownership of environmental compliance processes and support their integration into system landscapes, including SAP S/4HANA.

This role is primarily focused on ensuring compliance with European environmental regulations, while leveraging systems and tools (including SAP) to support scalable and efficient processes.

You will act as the bridge between compliance, business and IT, and collaborate closely with the IT team in Japan.

Your responsibilities

Ensure compliance with European environmental regulations, including PPWR (Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation) and ESPR (Ecodesign for Sustainable Products Regulation)

Work with government systems and reporting tools to meet regulatory requirements

Translate environmental and regulatory requirements (CSRD, EU Taxonomy, EHS) into system-supported processes

Support and coordinate SAP S/4HANA (On‑Premise) usage and improvements (functional role, no development required)

Act as the liaison between business, compliance, IT teams and external partners

Ensure data accuracy and compliance in environmental and ESG reporting

Support testing, validation and implementation of system‑related changes

Provide training and guidance to internal stakeholders

Identify and drive process improvements across compliance and reporting

Your profile

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Environmental Science, Business, Finance, IT or a related field

Experience with environmental compliance, ESG, EHS or EU regulatory frameworks

Experience working with systems supporting compliance or reporting (SAP S/4HANA experience is a strong plus)

Understanding of business processes and how systems support compliance

Experience working in an international environment and with cross‑functional teams

Fluent in Japanese (mandatory) and English

Based in the Netherlands or willing to relocate

Nice to have

Experience with SAP S/4HANA (On‑Premise) in a functional or user role

Experience with SAP EHS or sustainability‑related solutions

Knowledge of CSRD, EU Taxonomy or ESG reporting frameworks

Affinity with IT systems and process improvement

Impact of the role You will play a key role in ensuring that environmental compliance is effectively implemented and embedded into daily operations. Over time, you will also contribute to the broader development and optimization of system landscapes, including SAP, within the European organization.

What we offer

Unique role combining compliance and systems

Direct collaboration with Japan and international stakeholders

Opportunity to grow into a broader IT/SAP‑related role

26 vacation days + 8.34% holiday allowance

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