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JOB ID 25017
Internal Program Manager
- Manufacturer, Automotive Parts
- Financial Services, Internal Audit, Program・Project Management
- Tokyo, Aichi
- ¥9,000,000~¥13,500,000
This global leader in connected technologies specializes in providing premium audio, visual, and telematics solutions, particularly for automotive, consumer, and enterprise markets. With a strong presence in Japan, the company develops advanced in-car audio systems, connected services, and infotainment solutions, often integrating AI and cloud-based technologies. Their focus includes enhancing in-vehicle experiences through high-grade quality sound, smart connectivity, and telematics solutions, particularly for automotive, consumer, and enterprise markets. Their focus includes enhancing in-vehicle experiences through high-grade sound, smart connectivity, and software-driven solutions, making them a key player in the automotive and consumer electronics industries.
This position is responsible for driving the definition, alignment, implementation, and continuous improvement of standard processes within It involves supporting process tailoring for specific projects, ensuring compliance with international standards, collaborating with multiple departments globally, and leading transformation initiatives across the organization. It involves supporting process tailoring for specific projects, ensuring compliance with international standards, collaborating with multiple departments globally, and leading transformation initiatives across the organization.
Job Description
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- Responsibilities
- Lead transformation initiatives and collaborate with teams across Japan, Asia Pacific (APAC), Europe (EU), and the Americas.
Define and implement standards for processes and activities within Business Operations.
Drive continuous process improvements based on business needs and stakeholder feedback.
Develop and tailor business processes for projects in close cooperation with Central Automotive Modules (CAM) and Strategic Business Units (SBU).
Participate in global process alignment activities, identifying opportunities for improvement and standardization.
Act as a sparring partner for stakeholders such as CAM teams, Quality, and SBU organizations regarding process execution.
Coach and guide new projects during rollout phases along the tailored processes.
Ensure process tailoring complies with defined standards such as Business Management System (BMS), Automotive Software Process Improvement and Capability determination (A-SPICE), International Automotive Task Force (IATF), and Verband der Automobilindustrie (VDA) guidelines.
Support audit readiness and compliance efforts based on international process standards.
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- Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a comparable technical field.
Minimum 10 years of experience in sales, program management, or account management.
Proven experience in managing and leading transformation initiatives from ideation to completion.
Expert knowledge of engineering processes, especially requirements management, process modeling, and process management.
Strong collaboration skills and ability to drive initiatives to a successful conclusion.
Excellent problem-solving skills.
Excellent English communication and presentation skills.
Broad intercultural experience and strong communication capabilities.
Willingness to travel domestically and internationally if required.
Ability to work onsite at office, manufacturing facilities, or client locations as necessary.
Commitment to operational excellence.
Eligibility to partially work remotely.
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- Preferred
- 10 years of project management or equivalent experience in Automotive Research and Development (R&D).
Leadership and management competencies.
Familiarity with audit and compliance frameworks such as BMS (Business Management System), A-SPICE (Automotive Software Process Improvement and Capability determination), IATF (International Automotive Task Force), and VDA (Verband der Automobilindustrie).
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- Location
- Tokyo, Aichi
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- Work Style
- Remote working possible, Flex working possible
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- Salary
- ¥9,000,000~¥13,500,000
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- Attractive
Points - Foreign capital company, Make use of languages, Management Position
- Attractive
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