Project Management Staff (Automotive)

TL;DR

Project Management Staff (Automotive): Coordinating project planning and execution for automotive powertrain and charging systems with an accent on QCD management and cross-functional stakeholder alignment. Focus on leading the transition from development to mass production and resolving complex technical issues within cross-functional teams.

Location: Must be based in Japan and hold a valid Japanese driver’s license

Company

hirify.global is a leading international development partner and systems supplier to the automotive industry, focusing on efficient mobility, hydrogen combustion engines, and e-mobility.

What you will do

• Establish project goals, organizational structures, and operational rules.
• Align stakeholders by gathering requests from various departments to support decision-making.
• Manage project milestones, compile documentation, and drive approval processes.
• Oversee QCD (Quality, Cost, Delivery) and manage risks through cross-departmental coordination.
• Analyze root causes of issues and lead cross-functional teams in implementing countermeasures.
• Lead the transition process from prototyping and evaluation to mass production.

Requirements

• Business-level Japanese proficiency (including reading and writing Kanji) is required.
• English proficiency sufficient for conversation, reading, and writing.
• Must be based in Japan with a valid driver’s license.
• Project management experience specifically within the manufacturing industry.
• High school diploma or above.
• Strong ability to facilitate communication between people with diverse roles and perspectives.

Culture & Benefits

• Collaborative environment with ongoing personal and career development opportunities.
• Inclusive corporate culture welcoming all social, religious, and ethnic backgrounds.
• Standard 40-hour weekly work schedule.

Hiring process

• Online application followed by profile shortlisting.
• Interviews for shortlisted candidates.