Our Company Culture
A workplace where people thrive
Excellence, growth, and knowledge sharing: our daily drivers
A culture of excellence and progress
At Ajinomoto, excellence is a shared ambition. It’s reflected in our constant pursuit of improvement, our commitment to quality, and our desire to always do better together. Whether in quality, innovation, or efficiency, every team plays an active role in this collective momentum.
Growing talent
Employee development is at the heart of our priorities. Across all our sites, we offer training programs designed to support each individual’s career path. We believe in continuous learning and sustainable, shared growth.
A collective commitment
Beyond individual roles, our teams are deeply invested in collective success. Their constant engagement drives Ajinomoto forward, contributing to our development and long-term performance.
Dialogue and collaboration at the heart of our culture
Giving everyone a voice
Listening to our people is a key part of who we are. To nurture a fair and stimulating work environment, we encourage open, regular dialogue at every level of the organization. Whether through team meetings, informal feedback, or local initiatives, every voice matters because these collective contributions help us grow together.
Listening as a driver of progress
Each year, the Ajinomoto Group conducts a global employee survey to better understand expectations, identify improvement areas, and recognize successful initiatives. With a 96% participation rate in 2024, this strong engagement reflects our teams’ commitment and guides our actions toward a better, more fulfilling workplace.
Proud to be Ajinomoto
At Ajinomoto, our teams are driven by the pursuit of excellence and the desire to share a unique know-how inspired by our Japanese culinary heritage. This shared vision inspires pride and engagement with 95% of our employees saying they are proud to be part of the journey.
We strive to foster a stimulating work environment where innovation and tradition meet. With an average employee tenure of 13 years, this longevity speaks to the trust and strong bond uniting our teams with our mission. It’s this deep connection that makes Ajinomoto truly stand out.
Health and safety: our top priorities
The health and safety of our employees are central to our commitments. We believe a safe and healthy workplace is essential to everyone’s well-being. That’s why we implement rigorous prevention policies, risk detection procedures, and targeted training plans ensuring the safety of all our teams, whether on-site or at the office.
We also run awareness campaigns on discrimination and harassment to promote an inclusive and respectful work environment.
At Ajinomoto, protecting our people’s health and safety is a non-negotiable commitment.
Equity, diversity, and inclusion: the pillars of our strategy
Equity in action
Equity lies at the core of our strategy. We are committed to providing a fair work environment where everyone has equal opportunities to grow and succeed.
We take concrete steps to foster equity through transparent recruitment, equal promotion opportunities, and fair compensation. Our goal is to ensure every employee is valued for their skills and contribution.
Multicultural and diverse teams
Diversity is one of our greatest strengths. Our teams bring together people from across the globe, and we see this cultural diversity as a real asset fueling innovation and helping us better understand our consumers worldwide. We encourage an inclusive environment where every culture is valued, enriching our creativity and collaboration across borders.
Diversity and inclusion from day one
At Ajinomoto, we promote diversity right from the recruitment stage. Our hiring process is based strictly on objective criteria. In line with our diversity and inclusion commitments, all positions are open to everyone, regardless of age, gender, origin, nationality, ethnicity, disability, health condition, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, beliefs, family situation, socioeconomic background, or any other characteristic that could lead to discrimination.
