Project Manager (Automotive)

Our client is a leader in connectivity: "Connectivity" is becoming increasingly important across all sectors. In the automotive field, rapid advances such as autonomous driving and electrification are being driven by the ability to electrically connect a variety of devices to exchange signals, data, and energy.

They seek a Project Manager for their Automotive division.

Responsibilities:

You will oversee the entire project management lifecycle related to new product development, expansions, replacements, and cost reduction for automotive products:

• Form and lead cross-functional teams to manage timelines and tasks from customer requirement confirmation to mass production.

• Evaluate and improve project profitability.

• Coordinate with relevant departments and production plants to resolve issues and challenges.

• Report project progress, request approvals, and present to management.

Requirements

• Graduated from a technical college or university.

• Project management experience in the automotive industry (Quality / Cost / Delivery)

• General understanding of financial statements (P&L, cost accounting, budget vs. actual analysis) and hands-on experience in profitability evaluation.

• Strong negotiation and cross-functional communication skills.

• Ability to collaborate with internal and external stakeholders and execute tasks proactively with logical thinking.

• Willingness to embrace change and put in the effort needed for problem-solving.

• Knowledge of electronic components in the automotive domain

• Experience with production scheduling or planning (nice to have)

• Valid driver’s license.

• Language proficiency:

  • Japanese: Fluent level (able to handle business communication and document creation).

  • English: Advanced level or higher (able to facilitate project meetings and handle Q&A with ease).