The Impact of a Product Management Director at Coupa:
Coupa is seeking a Local Product Manager in Japan for Compliance to join a team serving as a central point of expertise on global regulatory requirements impacting Coupa’s suite of software solutions, including Procurement, Invoicing, Expenses, Archiving, Supplier Risk Assessment, ESG, and Security.
This cross-product role is responsible for researching and interpreting regulatory changes, partnering with third-party compliance and advisory firms, and translating regulatory obligations into clear, actionable guidance for Product and Engineering teams.
By working at the intersection of regulation, product, and technology, you will influence the compliance strategy across a leading global spend management platform. The role serves as a strategic enabler, ensuring Coupa builds scalable, compliant solutions that help our customers worldwide to navigate complex global regulations.
What You’ll Do
- Monitor, research, and analyze local regulatory changes related to:
- Risk management and third-party risk
- Digital Operational Resilience (DORA)
- NIS2
- ERRL (電子帳簿保存法) / JIIMA certification
- Qualified Invoice (適格請求書)
- Subcontract Act (取適法/改正下請法)
- Construction Business Act (建業法)
- Contingent Worker Dispatching Act (派遣法)
- And others
- Assess regulatory impact on Coupa’s product capabilities, data models, workflows, and integrations.
- Serve as Coupa’s primary liaison with third-party compliance and advisory partners; validate interpretations and consolidate guidance.
- Create and maintain internal documentation, playbooks, and reference materials for regulatory topics.
- Present regulatory impacts, options, and recommendations to product leadership and stakeholders.
- Translate legal regulatory text into:
- Business and functional requirements
- Product impact assessments
- Clear implementation guidance for Product and Engineering teams
- Partner closely with Product Managers to support roadmap planning and prioritization for compliance-driven features.
What You Will Bring to Coupa
- 5+ years of experience in regulatory compliance especially for the Japanese market
- Experience working in or with SaaS, FinTech, ERP, or Procure-to-Pay platforms.
- Strong understanding of regulatory domains such as e-invoicing, tax compliance, digital reporting, records management, or financial controls.
- Proven ability to translate complex regulations into product-ready requirements.
- Experience partnering with advisory firms (e.g., Big 4), law firms, or compliance technology providers.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to operate independently in ambiguous and evolving regulatory landscapes.
- Background in Big 4 advisory, compliance, or legal.
- Experience supporting compliance programs.
- Bachelor’s degree in legal studies, law, or business with a focus on legal and compliance.
Skills Required
- 5+ years of experience in regulatory compliance especially for the Japanese market
- Experience working in or with SaaS, FinTech, ERP, or Procure-to-Pay platforms
- Strong understanding of regulatory domains such as e-invoicing, tax compliance, digital reporting, records management, or financial controls
- Proven ability to translate complex regulations into product-ready requirements
- Experience partnering with advisory firms, law firms, or compliance technology providers
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to operate independently in ambiguous and evolving regulatory landscapes
- Background in Big 4 advisory, compliance, or legal
- Experience supporting compliance programs
- Bachelor's degree in legal studies, law, or business with a focus on legal and compliance
What the Team is Saying
Coupa Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Healthcare Strength — Company materials describe comprehensive healthcare and mental wellness programs for employees and their families, positioning well‑being as a core pillar of the package.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Generous paid time off, parental leave, and company Wellness Days are highlighted, with remote‑work flexibility available for many roles.
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Parental & Family Support — Family‑focused offerings include parental leave, fertility benefits, family medical leave, and on‑site mother’s rooms to support caregivers.
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What We Do
Coupa is a global technology company that helps businesses run smarter by connecting all the ways they spend money — from procurement and expenses to payments and supply chain decisions — in one intelligent platform. In simple terms, Coupa gives organizations the visibility and control they need to make better financial choices, reduce waste, and drive real impact. It’s where technology meets purpose: helping companies manage their resources more responsibly while creating a positive ripple across their people, partners, and the planet.
Why Work With Us
At Coupa, we prioritize an inclusive and empathetic workplace where every voice is valued. Our teams are proactive and accountable, ensuring we collaborate effectively to achieve our goals. The foundation of our culture rests on our people; we believe in fostering an environment that encourages innovation and curiosity.
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