Hajime Shiraishi
About Hajime Shiraishi
Hajime Shiraishi serves as the VP and Country Manager for Narvar in Japan, having previously held significant roles at Amazon Japan and IBM Japan. He has extensive experience in B2B and B2C e-commerce, marketing, and business operations.
Current Role at Narvar
Hajime Shiraishi serves as the VP & Country Manager for Japan at Narvar, a position he has held since 2023. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing operations and strategic initiatives within the Japanese market. His leadership is focused on enhancing customer experience and driving growth in the region. The role is hybrid, allowing for flexibility in work arrangements.
Previous Experience at Amazon Japan
Hajime Shiraishi worked at Amazon Japan in various capacities from 2015 to 2019. He initially served as Head of Sales and Marketing for Amazon Marketplace (B2C) for one year before transitioning to Head of Japan for Amazon Business Marketplace (B2B). In this latter role, he led the launch of Amazon Business Marketplace in Japan in 2017, establishing a significant e-commerce service for business customers.
Career at IBM Japan
Hajime Shiraishi's career at IBM Japan spanned from 2003 to 2015. He held multiple roles, including Director of Demand Generation, Marketing & Communication, and Strategy, Business Operations, and Marketing Executive. Additionally, he served as a Regional Sales Executive for the Northern Kanto Area from 1994 to 2003. His tenure at IBM involved significant contributions to marketing strategies and operational efficiencies.
Experience at Automation Anywhere
From 2019 to 2023, Hajime Shiraishi was the Regional VP of Marketing for Japan at Automation Anywhere. He played a crucial role in designing the go-to-market model for the company's newly established entity in Japan. His efforts were instrumental in transitioning Automation Anywhere's business from a start-up phase to the IPO stage by optimizing resources and processes.
Educational Background
Hajime Shiraishi studied at Keio University, where he earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering from 1980 to 1984. This educational foundation has supported his extensive career in technology and business management across various organizations.