Program Manager

Requisition

34338

Position Location

Onsite Position

Shape the Future of Mining with Komatsu Mining Technology Solutions

At Komatsu Mining Technology Solutions, we’re not just talking about progress and innovation – we’re making it happen. Our cutting‑edge Modular brand solutions power mines worldwide, driving efficiency and sustainability in ways that seemed impossible just years ago.

The Company

Modular Mining Systems is the global leader in mine management technology and a wholly owned subsidiary of Komatsu Ltd. Our innovative technology powers mine operations in every corner of the globe. The products we cultivate, the solutions we engineer and the service we deliver set us apart in the Mining Technology industry. We are more than a company; we’re a community of passionate, creative professionals striving toward a shared vision: to revolutionize how the mining industry operates.

With a presence stretching from Johannesburg to Vancouver, Sydney to Lima, you are part of a global brand that supports creativity, fosters innovation, and encourages you to think big, share ideas, and be yourself.

Job Purpose

The Program Manager oversees and drives the successful execution of a program that may contain multiple interconnected projects, delivering outcomes in alignment with broader strategic goals. The role ensures alignment with business objectives, facilitates cross‑functional collaboration, and manages risks to deliver high‑quality software solutions across multiple teams and geographies—North America, South America, Asia and Oceania.

Travel Requirements

Up to 25%

Program Planning & Execution

• Define program goals, scope and deliverables with stakeholders.
• Establish governance, metrics and reporting for transparency and decision‑making.
• Align cross‑functional projects with company objectives.
• Oversee full program lifecycle:
  SoW, contracts, budgeting and invoicing.
• Lead OKR/KPI planning and progress tracking.

Cross‑Functional Collaboration

• Partner with product, engineering, design, QA and other teams for seamless execution.
• Bridge communication between technical and non‑technical stakeholders.
• Advise leadership on strategy and organizational needs.
• Support hiring, onboarding and team integration.
• Facilitate strategic workshops and planning sessions.

Risk & Issue Management

• Identify and mitigate risks; develop contingency plans.
• Monitor program health and escalate critical issues as needed.

Process Optimization & Best Practices

• Refine development processes for efficiency and scalability.
• Promote Agile/Scrum methodologies and continuous improvement.
• Coach teams on delivery frameworks and best practices.

Stakeholder Management & Communication

• Serve as primary contact for leadership and internal partners.
• Deliver clear updates on status, risks and recommendations.
• Ensure alignment between business goals and technical execution.

Budget & Resource Management

• Optimize resource allocation across projects.
• Manage program budgets and provide variance reporting.
• Recommend corrective actions to meet financial targets.

Required Skills

• Bachelor’s in Computer Science, Engineering or a related field.
• Fluent in Japanese for verbal communication.
• 7+ years of experience in project and/or program management, or similar roles, with a proven track record of delivering complex, cross‑functional initiatives.
• Deep familiarity with at least one of the following domains:
  Software Engineering, Systems Engineering, Operations Research, Data Science or QA.
• Experience managing interdependent projects and resource allocation across multiple work streams.
• Ability to mentor project managers and provide guidance on best practices and continuous improvement.
• Proven ability to lead through influence across engineering, operations and business functions.
• Proven experience in financial planning, budgeting and forecasting within technical organizations.
• Experience with Jira, Asana, Trello, Microsoft Project or similar project management tools.
• Strong communication skills for bridging technical and business conversations.
• Strong understanding of the software development lifecycle (SDLC) and Agile delivery frameworks (Scrum, SAFe or similar).
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving…