Senior Manager (Japanese Speaking)

Top 3 reasons to join us

• Unparalleled Stability & Long-term Sustainability
• Comprehensive C&B Package and International Perks
• Flexible Hybrid Model and Balanced Culture

Job description

Job Overview

ITviec's client is looking for a visionary and battle-tested Senior Manager to spearhead our offshore business operations and lead high-impact delivery teams in Hanoi. In this pivotal leadership role, you will define strategic business plans, oversee end-to-end multi-project execution, and optimize a large-scale delivery division of over 60 members (comprising internal engineers and external partners).

This role focuses entirely on delivery excellence, operational efficiency, and high-level client collaboration without any cold-sales or active client acquisition pressure.

Key Responsibilities

1. Strategic Division Leadership: Define and execute mid-term business plans aligned with corporate division objectives; prepare client retention and domain-specific strategies.
2. Large-scale Delivery Management: Oversee and optimize multi-project offshore operations with a total team size of 60 members, ensuring seamless collaboration between internal delivery units and external vendor partners.
3. Quality & Financial Compliance: Drive project delivery to achieve high quality, on-time, and within budget/scope targets. Define priority action items, manage risks, and control budgets effectively.
4. Executive Stakeholder Relations: Act as the ultimate escalation point for delivery issues; maintain fluent, high-level communication and negotiation with Japanese clients and corporate executive leadership.
5. People & Process Development: Mentor, build, and foster leadership capabilities for sub-managers and key team members through performance and career development frameworks. Drive continuous optimization of KPIs and quality standards.
6. Pre-sales Support: Oversee technical estimation, pre-sales analysis, and proposal preparation for upcoming corporate projects.

Your skills and experience

1. Professional Background: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a closely related technical field.
2. Experience: Minimum 10 years of intensive experience in software development, including at least 5 years in a Senior Management/BU Head/Division Head role.
3. Vendor & Partner Management: Proven track record of managing multi-project environments, specifically with strong experience in managing both internal engineers and external vendor partners.
4. Language Proficiency: Japanese communication, presentation, and negotiation skills 
5. Methodologies: Solid mastery of project management frameworks (Waterfall, Agile/Scrum) along with budget control, risk management, and pre-sales estimation.
6. Soft Skills: Outstanding leadership aura, excellent presentation skills to executive-level audiences, and a high level of problem-solving capability.

Why you'll love working here

About our client

Our client is a prestigious and well-established global ICT Corporation with over 120 years of history, operating in more than 150 countries with a massive workforce of over 100,000 specialists worldwide. In Vietnam, they operate as a premier, comprehensive solution provider specializing in high-availability systems and large-scale digital transformation projects for international markets. Renowned for its unparalleled stability and direct backing from the parent corporation, the company offers a highly sustainable professional environment with a clear focus on technological excellence and human development.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

1. Financial Package: 13th-month salary, performance bonuses, and unique language allowance of up to $500/month.
2. Work-Life Balance: Hybrid working mode (2 days WFH/week) and up to 19 days of fully paid annual leave.
3. Health Care: Premium health insurance package for you and your family, along with annual check-ups at top-tier centers.
4. Career Growth: Fully sponsored technical certifications (AWS, Azure, PMP, etc.) and free advanced Japanese sessions with native speakers.
5. Engagement: Fully sponsored sports clubs (Football, Badminton), dynamic company trips, Year-End parties, and bi-annual MVP awards.