Manager/Senior Project Manager (Japanese N2)

ONE OF THE TOP ICT JAPANESE COMPANIES IN VIETNAM. NEC Corp is a leader in the integration of IT and network technologies that benefit businesses and people around the world. NEC has more than 50 countries, 289 branches, and 117,418 employees worldwide. Under the company's corporate message of "Orchestrating a brighter world," NEC aims to help solve a wide range of challenging issues and to create new social value for the changing world of tomorrow. Established in 2006, up to now, NEC Vietnam has grown with more than 200 employees in Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City. We have been working hard to carry out many social contribution activities to bring more laughter and improve the quality of life.ResponsibilitiesAre you an experienced Manager with a strong background in IT and software delivery for the Japanese market? We are looking for a proactive leader who can manage complex projects, drive high-quality outcomes, and collaborate effectively with both internal teams and Japanese clients. End-to-End Project Management: Lead opportunity analysis, pre-studies, implementations, and upgrades for new and existing customers. Delivery Excellence: Oversee project scope, timelines, budgets, and quality standards to ensure successful execution. Risk & Change Management: Identify potential risks and implement mitigation strategies while handling project changes effectively. Process Optimization: Contribute to standardizing methodologies, tools, and best practices for continuous improvement. Stakeholder Communication: Act as a key liaison between internal teams and external stakeholders, including Japanese clients and steering committees. Team Leadership & Development: Manage, mentor, and support a team of 15–50 members, ensuring their professional growth and high-level delivery. Requirements Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field. Experience: 10+ years in IT project management for the Japanese market, handling teams of 15–50 members. Project Management Skills: Expertise in budgeting, estimation, risk & quality management, and resource planning. Methodology Knowledge: Proficiency in Waterfall & Scrum methodologies. Software Delivery Experience: Successfully led complex IT projects for Japanese clients. Language Skills: Japanese proficiency (JLPT N2+) – must be able to negotiate and communicate directly with Japanese clients. Client Relations & Presentation: Strong ability to manage client expectations, conduct presentations, and build solid relationships. Benefits Working time: Mon-Fri, Hybrid working mode (WFH available) 13th Salary + Year-End Reward (a half month) + Excellent Bonus Special allowance for foreign language certificate (up to 500USD/month) Full social package (SI, HI, UI) & Premium healthcare insurance Annual Health check at the top healthcare center 19 days of paid leave Free Japanese class; 1:1 class with native teachers Udemy account provided & Sponsor examination fee for technical certificates such as AWS, Azure, PMP, etc and get the incentive (up to 10M) Many company activities to tighten the relationship between employees: Company trip, Year-end Event, Team building, Sports Day, Family Day, Outing Trip, etc. Reward Most Valuable Player (MVP) for individual & team twice a year Sports clubs provided (100% sponsored by the company): Football, Badminton Professional environment with clear procedures and well-working facilities Onsite opportunities: short-term and long-term assignments in Japan, and APAC.