Japan Strategic Sourcing Consulting
YCP stands as a pivotal force in Japan through its Strategic Sourcing Consulting, leveraging over a decade of expertise to empower businesses in the competitive Japanese market sector. Our hands-on support approach and comprehensive consulting services ensure clients thrive.

YCP Strategic Sourcing Experts in Japan

In Japan's fast-paced marketplace, industries across the board face increasing competition and a need for strategic sourcing consulting to secure their success. Adapting to this dynamic environment is essential for companies aiming to excel in the competitive Japanese market.
YCP stands out as a beacon of expertise in the realm of Japan Strategic Sourcing Consulting. With a team of global professionals boasting profound knowledge and experience, YCP has been instrumental in overcoming market entry, barriers, and growth challenges for diverse industries in Japan. By offering hands-on guidance, our strategic sourcing solutions are tailor-made to navigate the unique complexities of the local market, ensuring our clients not only survive but flourish.
As a trusted partner in strategic sourcing consulting, YCP has earned its reputation by driving business success in the unpredictable Japanese market. Our commitment to excellence and deep understanding of industry intricacies makes us the go-to consulting firm for companies determined to thrive in Japan.

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Navigate and Succeed: Japan Strategic Sourcing at Your Service
In Japan, as industries evolve, the demand for strategic sourcing has skyrocketed. Enterprises pivot towards innovative strategic sourcing consulting services to stay ahead in a competitive market. YCP, acknowledging this trend, tailors strategic sourcing consulting solutions to meet specific corporate objectives in Japan.
Navigating Japan's complex market requires a strategic sourcing consulting partner that blends local expertise with global best practices. YCP stands at the forefront, delivering actionable insights and strategies in strategic sourcing, empowering businesses to optimize procurement and supply chains for enhanced efficiency and profitability.
YCP's approach to strategic sourcing consulting in Japan is designed to drive growth and agility in rapidly changing markets. Our team of experts combines analytical precision with deep industry knowledge, ensuring that our clients in Japan achieve sustainable competitive advantages through superior strategic sourcing practices.
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Dominate Japan Through Strategic Sourcing
Rapid Aging Population Pressures Businesses to Adapt
- Japan's senior population is over 28%, making efficiency vital.
- Enhancing operations through strategic sourcing could drive smoother transitions amidst demographic shifts.
Foreign Competition Sparks Need for Competitive Edge
- Imports represent over 20% of Japan's manufacturing sector.
- Strategic sourcing can help Japanese businesses stay resilient and enhance their competitive capabilities in this global marketplace.
Leverage Technology for Sourcing Innovation
- Japan’s technology adoption in sourcing has surged by 15% in the last year.
- Investments in tech-driven sourcing strategies offer dynamic efficiencies for businesses.
Sustainable Sourcing Solutions Alignment With Policy
- 74% of firms align with new sustainability targets in sourcing.
- Continual adaptation to policies could open paths for improvement and lasting competitive advantages.
Our Clients
We have worked with more than 2000 companies throughout various industries.










What Our Clients Say About Us
"I would like to take this opportunity to express my sincere gratitude for all the effort and commitment that YCP showed us during this project. Although building detailed strategies for different countries within a tough time constraint is without any doubt a demanding and challenging task, YCP did a fabulous job. I believe that the success in this project laid a foundation for building a strong relationship between YCP and GS Caltex, and I promise that YCP will be the first one to be contacted whenever GSC needs any help for growth."
Manager, Finished Lubricants Marketing Strategy Team
GS Caltex
"During the course of the process, I found YCP highly capable to support Toyota to better understand “ASEAN countries”. We usually work with Japanese consulting company and from their report, we can be a “book smart” but can’t have a clear picture of what’s going on in the real market. The project with YCP brought us “real market experience”. YCP's local consultants got their hands dirty in the marketplace with me. This approach enabled me to understand critical consumer insights behind data. I found it very valuable experience. Thank you very much."
Global Insights Manager
Toyota Motor Corporation
Results Through Expertise: Case Studies
Learn how we help clients build and implement strategies
that drive sustainable growth in today’s complex business landscape.
Enhancing Syringe Supply Chain Efficiency via Strategic Sourcing
Client
A multi-specialty tertiary care provider
Area
India -- Northern and Eastern regions
Expertise Scope
Supply Chain Turnarounds, Expert Sourcing, Procurement Operations
Project Summary
Utilizing a comprehensive Strategic Sourcing process, the client was able to reduce costs and enhance the efficiency of their syringe supply chain. This netted the client a 10% annual cost reduction, 4% incumbent cost reduction, and successful integration of new suppliers.
Distributor Support Strategy for Lubricants in Vietnam
Client
A Vietnamese lubricant distributor
Area
Vietnam
Expertise Scope
Distributor Assessment, Stakeholder Meetings, Site Visit Reporting
Project Summary
Our team initiated the project with a kick-off meeting in Ho Chi Minh City to align with client's needs and prepare for upcoming interviews. We organized and scheduled site visits and meetings with shortlisted distributors. Following this, we led distributor meetings, providing summary translations. Finally, we delivered a post-site visit report, profiling and prioritizing each distributor based on the interviews.
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Meet Our Experts
Establish industry dominance with our experts and partners

Yuki Ishida
Managing Partner
Nationality: Japanese
Region Coverage:
Japan, Hong Kong, Singapore, USA, China, Thailand
Past Experience:
Goldman Sachs

Pilar Dieter
Managing Partner
Nationality: American
Region Coverage:
China, Japan, Korea, India, Malaysia, Singapore, USA
Past Experience:
Alaris Consulting

Leon Cheng
Partner
Nationality: Chinese
Region Coverage:
China, Hong Kong, Taiwan, India, Japan, Korea, Philipines, Malaysia, Vietnam, Thailand, US, Canada, Mexico
Past Experience:
EAC, DHL

Mehdi Jaouadi
Partner
Nationality: French
Region Coverage:
Thailand, France, UK, Mexico, Myanmar, Cambodia, Laos.
Past Experience:
METRO AG, L'Oréal

Shinjiro Sameshima
Partner
Nationality: Japanese
Region Coverage:
Japan
Past Experience:
UBS

Takanori Ono
Managing Partner
Nationality: Japanese
Region Coverage:
Japan
Past Experience:
Cisco, KPMG

Kana Iikura
Partner
Nationality: Japanese
Region Coverage:
Japan, Philippines, Nigeria, Kenya, UK, USA
Past Experience:
KPMG AZSA

Masa Matsuoka
Managing Partner
Nationality: Japanese
Region Coverage:
Japan, China, Europe
Past Experience:
Nomura Research Institute, UBS Securities Japan
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YCP Group is the leading professional firm in Asia empowering excellence through diverse expertise:
- YCP
- YCP Auctus
- YCP Consus