Miyuki Kobayashi
Etterbeek,Belgium
Summary
Skilled professional specializing in agile project management and client relations, demonstrating resilience under pressure and exceptional time management. Proficient in contract negotiation and meeting facilitation, with a proven record in implementing change and tracking performance. Committed to professional integrity and effective communication, utilizing critical evaluation to enhance decision-making. Aims to advance strategic initiatives that drive organizational growth through effective project management and interpersonal skills.Project and strategy leader with experience in renewable energy, EV transition, and stakeholder management across Japan’s energy sector, with a proven track record in large-scale infrastructure projects, cross-industry consortium management, and sales operations.
Experienced in project management, client relations, contract negotiation, and stakeholder coordination, demonstrating strong resilience under high-pressure environments, time management skills, and effective meeting facilitation.
Overview
6
6
years of post-secondary education
20
20
years of professional experience
Work history
PROJECT LEAD (EV STRATEGY & IMPLEMENTATION)
TOKYO ELECTRIC POWER COMPANY HOLDINGS, INC.
TOKYO, JAPAN
2023.04 - Current
- Assisted in designing market frameworks for new business development.
- As Project Lead for the EV100 fleet electrification initiative, worked toward the organization’s 2030 target of achieving 100% EV adoption, addressing internal resistance and driving alignment across stakeholders.
- Created detailed project schedules, ensured timely completion of tasks.
- Led meetings with department executives to review project status, drafting action plans to deliver proposed changes.
- Achieved a scalable rollout framework by building consensus to integrate next-generation electric light vans into fleet plans for the first time within the TEPCO Group
- Coordinated EV implementation at critical infrastructure sites, including TEPCO Power Grid—the group’s largest fleet holder—and the Fukushima Daiichi Nuclear Power Station, under strict safety and security protocols, by aligning diverse internal stakeholders and securing executive approval
- Supported the transition to a self-sustaining operating model
- Managed a consortium of over 70 leading Japanese corporations to accelerate EV adoption in the private sector
- Conducted and analyzed industry surveys to identify adoption barriers and translate insights into strategic value for member companies
- Coordinated cross-functional teams to meet project deadlines.
PROJECT MANAGER
SHIZEN ENERGY INC.
TOKYO
2020.02 - 2023.04
- Managed the development and construction of a high-voltage solar power plant project involving multiple external contractors and cross-functional internal departments, overseeing land acquisition contracts, property registration, neighbor consent acquisition, community engagement sessions, EPC selection and contracting, regulatory permitting through project completion, and resolution of adjacent resident complaints.
- Led the restructuring and execution of a long-stalled project involving multiple stakeholders, including external vendors and cross-departmental teams, which had remained undeveloped for 10 years despite prior attempts since the company’s establishment. Identified key bottlenecks and defined a strategic commercialization pathway to restart development.
- Delivered high-quality results whilst adhering to strict deadlines and budget constraints.
- Strengthened stakeholder relationships through regular updates and clear communication.
- Successfully delivered the project to the planned Commercial Operation Date (COD) following full redevelopment and execution of the revised project plan.
- Developed comprehensive project plans for successful execution and delivery.
PROJECT MANAGEMENT OFFICER (PMO)
SHIZEN ENERGY INC.
TOKYO
2019.10 - 2023.03
- Supported project managers in my role as the department budget coordinator.
- Contributed to the company’s cash flow management by coordinating with project managers and the corporate planning department, even during periods of financial constraints.
- Project divestment support: Acted as the primary point of contact during Due Diligence (DD) processes for project sales, managing comprehensive due diligence procedures and responding to complex inquiries from potential buyers.
ADVERTISING ACCOUNT EXECUTIVE
RECRUIT CO., LTD.
NAGANO
2008.05 - 2010.06
- Was responsible for the launch of Hot Pepper Nagano sales activities, conducting door-to-door outreach and consultative, solution-based selling to local restaurants, while building and maintaining strong relationships with business owners.
- Solely responsible for a declining restaurant district located away from the main station; despite a challenging post-Lehman Brothers market environment, achieved the highest client retention rate and average contract value within the team, and consistently met sales targets for nine consecutive months.
- Recognized for outstanding performance with five monthly branch awards within a team of 60 members, and received MVP awards for three consecutive quarters among 100 sales representatives in the regional block.
SALES REPRESENTATIVE
KOKUSAI PULP & PAPER CO., LTD
OSAKA
2006.04 - 2007.12
- Appointed as the first female sales representative at the Osaka Branch of one of Japan’s largest specialized paper trading firms, managing inside (spot) sales and supply chain operations for major and mid-sized printing companies, including Toppan Printing.
- Supported five senior sales representatives by independently handling spot orders, logistics, and client communications, while serving as the primary point of contact for new inquiries and building strong client relationships through rapid response and reliable execution.
- Coordinated with internal procurement teams and other departments to source products for spot orders without holding inventory; secured deals through alternative product proposals when stock was unavailable, achieving high conversion rates and earning strong trust from stakeholders.
Education
BACHELOR OF ENVIRONMENTAL POLICY - Office of International Communication
AZABU UNIVERCITY
KANAGAWA, JAPAN 2002.04 - 2006.03
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA -
HYOGO PREFECTURAL MAIKO HIGH SCHOOL
HYOGO, JAPAN 2000.04 - 2002.03
Skills
- Decision making capacity
- Goal-Oriented approach
- Change implementation
- Performance tracking
- Agile project management
- Client relations
- Contract negotiation
- Resilience under pressure
- Time management efficiency
- Initiative taking
- Time efficiency
- Project Management
- Problem-solving
- Result oriented
Languages
English
Upper intermediate
Japanese
Native
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
PROJECT LEAD (EV STRATEGY & IMPLEMENTATION)
TOKYO ELECTRIC POWER COMPANY HOLDINGS, INC.
2023.04 - Current
PROJECT MANAGER
SHIZEN ENERGY INC.
2020.02 - 2023.04
PROJECT MANAGEMENT OFFICER (PMO)
SHIZEN ENERGY INC.
2019.10 - 2023.03
ADVERTISING ACCOUNT EXECUTIVE
RECRUIT CO., LTD.
2008.05 - 2010.06
SALES REPRESENTATIVE
KOKUSAI PULP & PAPER CO., LTD
2006.04 - 2007.12
BACHELOR OF ENVIRONMENTAL POLICY - Office of International Communication
AZABU UNIVERCITY
2002.04 - 2006.03
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA -
HYOGO PREFECTURAL MAIKO HIGH SCHOOL
2000.04 - 2002.03