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プロジェクトマネージャー/ Project Manager

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An international technology company is searching for a Project Manager. The chosen candidate will lead automotive product projects from development to production, ensuring timely delivery, profitability, and smooth cross-functional coordination.

Responsibilities:

  • Manage overall project activities for new product development and the expansion, replacement, and cost reduction of existing products
  • Form and lead cross-functional teams to manage project schedules and tasks from customer requirements confirmation to mass production transition
  • Implement project profitability evaluation and identify opportunities for improvement
  • Coordinate with related departments and production plants to resolve issues and challenges
  • Report project progress to management, request approvals, and conduct presentations

Requirements:

  • Technical college, university graduate, or above
  • Experience in project management in the automotive industry or other companies in the
    same industry
  • General knowledge of financial statements (profitability evaluation, such as P&L, cost accounting, and forecast management)
  • Strong negotiation skills
  • Possess a valid driver’s licence
  • Native level written and verbal Japanese; advanced level English (TOEIC 800+)

Preferred Requirements:

  • General knowledge of electronic components such as connectors and sensors
  • Experience in schedule management, such as production planning
  • Experience in presentations in Chinese

About the Company:

A multinational industrial technology manufacturer offering products for the medical, industrial, and automotive markets. A capable engineering partner offering trustworthy products across multiple business sectors.

Keywords:

プロジェクト管理, 技術, 自動車, 事業開発, 電子, 外資系

Job Ref: 32W1W2

Contract Type: Perm

Specialism: Automotive

Focus: Project Management

Industry: Manufacturing and Production

Salary: ¥9,000,000 - ¥15,000,000 per annum

Workplace Type: On-site

Experience Level: Mid Management

Location: Kanagawa

Job Reference: 32W1W2-1B4D373C

Date posted: 30 March 2026

Consultant: Maki Kobayashi