Jin Sakakibara

Jin Sakakibara is an experienced professional with a strong background in business management and chemical engineering. Currently serving as Business Manager for North America at Pacific Industrial Development Corporation since February 2016, Jin is focused on developing new business in Japan while ensuring customer satisfaction. Prior to this role, Jin spent nearly fifteen years at BASF, where responsibilities included managing global customer strategy and product portfolio management for automotive catalysts, as well as conducting research on emissions-reducing technologies. Jin holds a Bachelor of Engineering in Chemical Engineering from Northwestern University, as well as a Master of Science in Chemical Engineering and an MBA in Project Management from Stevens Institute of Technology. Educational foundation includes attendance at Yokohama International School.