What are the responsibilities and job description for the Bilingual Japanese/English Senior IT Manager (CA/YM) position at Activ8 Recruitment & Solutions?
A company is seeking a Bilingual Japanese/English Senior IT Manager to join their team in Carson, CA. This position is responsible for leading client-facing system integrations (EDI/API), providing technical expertise to Quality Control initiatives, and spearheading the Digital Transformation (DX) roadmap. A bachelor's degree, at least 10 years' experience in 3PL/Logistics, knowledge of WMS, Forwarding System, and EDI standards, experience in Digital Transformation, RPA, and Microsoft 365 data management, strong knowledge of SDLC, and the ability to speak, read, and write Japanese is required. This is a full-time, in-person, position with excellent benefits including 401K.
Bilingual Japanese/English Senior IT Manager Duties:
-Analyze operational "pain points" and translate them into technical specifications for third-party IT vendors
-Create the conceptual design for in-house applications, ensuring they integrate seamlessly with Extensiv (WMS), CargoWise and Syrinx
- Manage the development lifecycle of custom tools to ensure software meets business needs before deployment
- Lead the technical implementation for new clients
- Partner with existing clients to identify opportunities for system-driven efficiency
- Lead the rollout of RPA to automate manual data transfers between custom applications, spreadsheets, and core logistics platforms
-Provide technical leadership within the company’s Quality Control program
-Lead the transition from manual/paper-based processes to digital platforms.
-Evaluate and implement "Low-Code" platforms to build internal business apps that streamline administrative and warehouse office tasks
-Identify and eliminate manual bottlenecks across the organization to improve data visibility and reporting speed
Bilingual (Japanese/English) Senior IT Manager Skills:
-Must have a bachelors degree
-Must speak, read and write Japanese
-Must have at least 5 to 7 years' experience in 3PL/Logistics (Systems Design, EDI Implementation, or Project Management)
-Must have experience in Digital Transformation, RPA, and Microsoft 365
-Must have strong knowledge of SDLC
****If interested, please apply with your most updated resume including your minimum salary requirement and why you left/or are looking to leave your current company. ****
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Activ8 West- Los Angeles (Japanese Recruiting Company) Recruitment & Solutions / Renaissance Resources Inc., has been a trusted leader in North American recruiting for Japanese businesses for over 25 years. We specialize in connecting top talent with companies in the Automotive, Electronics, Food & Beverage, Logistics, Manufacturing, Oil & Gas, Banking & Finance, and Entertainment industries. Our client-focused approach ensures that we understand your unique needs, whether you’re a company seeking skilled professionals or a candidate looking for the right career opportunity. By working closely with each individual, we provide tailored solutions that drive success.
We screen ALL Candidates to verify the validity of each applicant's provided information. Upon submitting your resume, we will contact only those candidates that we deem qualified for our client. If we do not contact you, we do not see the fit for the position. If we are unable to reach you in a reasonable timeframe, you will be eliminated from the pool of potential candidates. We prioritize direct applicants; third-party resumes may not be reviewed.