Description

Description & Requirements

[Job Category]

Project Manager

We are looking for a Project Manager to manage key projects regarding Harman Software Products projects mainly OTA and device management, which is the most advanced and proven solution for Automotive OEMs and Suppliers.

[Job Description]

• Plan and execute projects according to project schedule, budget and quality benchmarks
• Communicate project tasks and commitments to project team members and stakeholders (sales team and R&D in Harman and other company offices, ) effectively
• Work closely with customers (technical and executive level) in order to understand customer expectations and the requirements in a wider view (the "big picture"), and develop effective working relationships
• Work with groups across the organization to gather inputs and define the deliverables, resource requirements and work-plan for the project, and oversee their development and delivery ("matrix management")
• Proactively manage changes in project scope, identify potential risks and crises, and devise contingency plans as needed
• Ability to travel with potential for domestic and international

[In Charge Of]

• Managing all project aspects, facing customer project management, and in full collaboration with project management in headquarters
  • Statement of Work, Change Requests
  • Project Gantt
  • Action items
  • Customer meetings, deliveries
• Submitting periodic updates to customer, to corporate project management and to headquarters
• Managing customer expectations, to avoid bad surprises and crises
• Conducting Lesson Learn and Post Mortem sessions after the completion of each project for continuous improvement

[Qualifications - Required]

Experience:

• 5+years of practical experience in implementation of software projects, preferably to involve both client and server side development and integration
• Experience working with complete software development life cycle activities and custom software development projects

Language Skills:

• Native Japanese
• Comprehensive English skills, business English level (meetings, reports document creation and presentations)

Educational Background:

• At least 6 years of experience of SW hands on development or bachelor's degree in computer science or related field, PMP a plus.

[Qualifications - The following experience and skills are desirable]

• Experience with automotive related SW project management an advantage
• Excellent human relations, also experience in cross-cultural and cross functional communication
• High verbal / presentation / rhetorical abilities
• High self-management capabilities, quick learner, positivity and a high level of motivation towards accomplishing objectives
• Improvisation skills, "out of the box" thinking
• Ability to successfully operate under pressure
• Desire to proactively, logically and flexibly take on new challenges, applying past experience

[Location]

Tokyo (Akihabara, Chiyoda Ward)

You Belong Here

HARMAN is committed to making every employee feel welcomed, valued, and empowered. No matter what role you play, we encourage you to share your ideas, voice your distinct perspective, and bring your whole self with you - all within a support-minded culture that celebrates what makes each of us unique. We also recognize that learning is a lifelong pursuit and want you to flourish. We proudly offer added opportunities for training, development, and continuing education, further empowering you to live the career you want.

About HARMAN: Where Innovation Unleashes Next-Level Technology

Ever since the 1920s, we've been amplifying the sense of sound. Today, that legacy endures, with integrated technology platforms that make the world smarter, safer, and more connected.

Across automotive, lifestyle, and digital transformation solutions, we create innovative technologies that turn ordinary moments into extraordinary experiences. Our renowned automotive and lifestyle solutions can be found everywhere, from the music we play in our cars and homes to venues that feature today's most sought-after performers, while our digital transformation solutions serve humanity by addressing the world's ever-evolving needs and demands. Marketing our award-winning portfolio under 16 iconic brands, such as JBL, Mark Levinson, and Revel, we set ourselves apart by exceeding the highest engineering and design standards for our customers, our partners and each other.

If you're ready to innovate and do work that makes a lasting impact, join our talent community today!

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