Emma Brophy
About Emma Brophy
Emma Brophy is a Transportation Specialist currently working at Amazon Logistics in Tokyo, Japan. She has a diverse background in education, language translation, and team leadership, with experience in various roles across multiple organizations.
Current Role at Amazon Logistics
Emma Brophy serves as a Transportation Specialist at Amazon Logistics in Tokyo, Japan, a position she has held since 2021. In this role, she leads a team of 20 coworkers, ensuring smooth operations during the night shift. Emma is responsible for assembling information in a weekly digest to share work process exceptions and updates with her team. She also creates and maintains internal wiki pages to effectively share information with external teams, contributing to operational efficiency.
Previous Experience in Education and Tutoring
Emma Brophy has a background in education, having worked at Central Michigan University Tutoring Services as a Tutor from 2010 to 2011. She provided academic support for nine months in Mount Pleasant, MI. Additionally, she served as an advisor in the Recognizing Educational Aspirations and Career Horizons program at Central Michigan University from 2011 to 2013, where she guided students in their educational and career paths.
International Experience and Language Skills
Emma Brophy has significant international experience, having worked as an Assistant Language Teacher (ALT) in the Japan Exchange and Teaching Program from 2014 to 2017. This role involved teaching English and facilitating cultural exchange in 穴水町, Japan. She also interprets during emergency calls, connecting Japanese and overseas teams for efficient problem-solving. Her language skills are further supported by her studies in Japanese Language and Politics at the Japan Center for Michigan Universities and Akita International University.
Educational Background
Emma Brophy studied at Central Michigan University, where she earned a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree in International Business, Apparel Design, and Merchandising from 2009 to 2013. She has also been pursuing studies in Global Citizenship at North China University of Technology since 2012. Her educational journey includes a focus on Japanese language studies, which she began in 2010.
Professional Development and Mentorship
In her current role at Amazon Logistics, Emma Brophy is involved in mentoring and training new employees. She focuses on instilling company culture and enabling quick success in their roles. Emma's previous experience at Fukuvi Chemical Industry Co Ltd as an Education and Marketing Communications Specialist from 2017 to 2021 also contributed to her skills in training and development.