Project Manager ERP Specialization

Position: Project Manager with ERP Specialization
REQUIRED SKILLS: (Need All)

• Japanese and English proficiency (written and spoken).
• Worked in Japan.
• ERP implementation project management experience.
• Approximately 10+ years of project management experience (flexible here)

OTHER

SKILLS:

• Prior experience within automotive or manufacturing industries (nice to have)
• Strong understanding of Japanese business culture
• Proven ability to manage stakeholders across multiple organizations (nice to have) and drive consensus
• Oracle Fusion ERP implementation (nice to have)
• Strong problem-solving and negotiation skills.

DESCRIPTION OF ROLE:

Aisin, also known as Aisin Seiki Co., Ltd, is a Japanese corporation that specializes in developing and manufacturing components and systems for the automotive industry. Founded in 1965, Aisin is a Fortune Global 500 company and a member of the Toyota Group. The company is recognized as one of the largest suppliers of automotive parts, producing a wide range of products including brakes, transmissions, navigation systems, and drivetrain components.

Fujitsu is seeking a Bilingual Project Manager (PM) to lead the Oracle Fusion ERP implementation for Aisin. This role requires strong communication and stakeholder management skills, with a particular focus on working with Japanese leadership to ensure their feedback is incorporated into the project plan.

The PM will collaborate closely with Oracle and Fujitsu to align objectives, manage timelines, and facilitate smooth execution. Fujitsu will provide Fusion functional and technical resources from its Oracle practice, and Oracle Corporation will also be directly involved in the implementation. The PM will oversee and manage all project deliverables from Fujitsu and Oracle resources.

Key Responsibilities:

• Act as the primary liaison between Japanese leadership, Oracle, and Fujitsu, ensuring effective communication and alignment.
• Gather and incorporate leadership feedback into the project plan while balancing technical feasibility and business needs.
• Oversee project scope, timelines, risks, and deliverables to ensure successful Oracle Fusion ERP implementation.
• Coordinate with Oracle and Fujitsu teams, ensuring resources are effectively allocated and project milestones are met.
• Facilitate meetings, provide status updates, and drive issue resolution across all stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with business and IT standards.

Other notables:

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