Japanese Speaker PMO Innovation Team Manager

Cobden and Carter International Inc.; Taguig; Hybrid; PHP 781,200 - 1,004,400; Full time

Job summary

A prominent international firm in the Philippines is seeking an Innovation PMO Team Manager with a strong background in project management and proficiency in Japanese. The right candidate would have over 8 years of leadership experience in managing projects, particularly in CPG or FMCG sectors. Responsibilities include driving product and packaging innovation while effectively collaborating with cross-functional teams in a hybrid work setup. Exceptional communication skills are essential for success in this dynamic role.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in project management with leadership experience.
• Experience in CPG or FMCG, product and packaging innovation.
• Ability to manage multiple projects effectively.

Skills

Japanese Proficiency

Project Management

MS Office Skills

Cultural Sensitivity

Relationship Building

Education

Bachelor's degree

MBA

Tools

MS Project

Job description

Innovation PMO Team Manager, Japanese

Required qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree of any course.
• Proficiency in using Japanese language, both written and verbal
• 8+ years of experience in project management with leadership experience.
• Strong MSO skills (Excel, PPT, Word) and background on MSP (or other similar software).
• Demonstrated track record of managing projects to successful outcomes.
• Knowledge in CPG or FMCG, product and packaging innovation or new product development processes.

Required Soft Skills: (same as in JD)

• Proven ability to effectively manage multiple projects in a dynamic environment.
• Strategic influencing skills to convince the cross-functional team to execute.
• Strong technical and organizational skills in addition to excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work under pressure
• Excellent written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to coordinate and support multiple stakeholders.
• Ability to set priorities and be flexible in dynamic environment.
• Cultural sensitivity and ability to work intentionally.
• Strong relationship building, communication, and influencing skills.
• Should be committed and focused on succeeding in a challenging work environment.

Preferred qualifications:

• MBA
• PMP Certification
• 5+ years of product innovation and marketing experience
• Actual work experience in CPG or FMCG, product and packaging innovation or new product development processes.

Work Setup: Hybrid

Work schedule: Dayshift

Location: McKinley, Taguig