Project Manager

Job Description

Appealing Point:

• Lead complex vehicle engineering projects end to end Take ownership of cost, quality, delivery, and features in automotive product development projects, driving them from initiation to completion.
• Work in a global, cross-functional environment Collaborate with diverse stakeholders across engineering and business functions, using English daily in an international setting.
• Leverage extensive experience to drive best practices Utilize your 10+ years of product development experience to improve project management processes and establish execution excellence.

Annual Salary: 8 million yen and above

Responsibilities:

• We are seeking a highly organized and motivated Project Manager to join our dynamic team PVI in Vehicle Engineering​
• As a Project Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing the planning, implementation, and tracking of specific projects from initiation to completion. You will coordinate with internal stakeholders to ensure deliverables fall within the applicable scope, timeline, and budget.​
• Develop and deliver project progress reports, proposals, requirements documentation, and presentations.​
• Responsible for Project cost, Product cost, Delivery, Quality and feature of the project.​
• Effectively communicate project expectations to team members and stakeholders in a timely and clear fashion.​
• Liaise with project stakeholders on an ongoing basis to obtain project status and discuss project priorities.​
• Plan and schedule project timelines and milestones using appropriate tools.​
• Track project milestones and deliverables.​
• Determine the frequency and content of status reports from the project team, analyze results, and troubleshoot problem areas.​
• Proactively manage changes in project scope, identify potential crises, and devise contingency plans.​
• Develop best practices and tools for project execution and management.​
• Attend and present project status in forum such Reference group meeting, Project review meeting time to time.​
• Support to manage different fora’s running in Client Vehicle Engineering​

Job Qualifications:

• BSC/MSC or bachelor's degree in engineering or a related field.​
• Professional English knowledge is mandatory. Knowledge of Japanese language is added advantage.​
• Minimum 10 years of experience from product development in truck or car industry, especially in engineering area.
• Basic product and market knowledge
• PMP certification from PMI is a merit, but not mandatory
• Experience from and ability to work in a cross functional organization
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office and project management tools.​
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.​
• Experience with process improvement and project management methodologies.​
• Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment.​

 Japanese language: Business level Japanese (N2) and Basic English required.

About Company:

This company is a leading Japanese commercial vehicle solutions provider, active in more than 60 countries on all continents. Since its inception in 1935, the company has been an innovation leader with a clear vision to provide the trucks and services the world needs today. The company is committed to go the extra mile for smart logistics with the most dependable solutions for demanding customers.