Part Platform Manager – Automotive & Industry

Hiratsuka - Japan

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 4 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Position Summary
The Platform Manager at Sika Japan Automotive and Industry is a strategic customer-facing role responsible for driving business growth within our Parts Business. You will act as the bridge between the customers engineering teams and Sikas global capabilities. While the focus is on business development and solutioning this role requires a solid technical grounding in parts design to effectively communicate with customer engineers using common industry language (CAD data D-FMEA DVP). You will orchestrate collaboration with local partners and internal teams to deliver comprehensive value propositions.

Main Function / Responsibility / Competencies:

Strategic Business Development & Technical Interface:
- Act as the key technical and commercial liaison for OEM customers. Proactively identify opportunities for Sikas Damp Baffle and Bonding solutions early in the vehicle development phase.
- Speak the customers language regarding engineering processes. Review and discuss CAD inputs D-FMEA and DVP (Design Verification Plan) requirements to ensure Sikas solutions meet technical and quality standards.
- Bridge the gap between customer needs and internal R&D by translating technical pain points into internal development roadmaps.
Platform Leadership & Partner Alliance:
- Lead the platform strategy moving beyond single-part management to comprehensive system proposals.
- Manage relationships with local partner companies (molders sub-suppliers) to ensure seamless delivery and joint-development proposals.
- Coordinate with the Global Key Account Management (GKAM) team to align local strategies with global platform directions.
Solution Design & Feasibility:
- Drive Design-in activities: Conduct functional analysis and feasibility studies.
- Verify and challenge design assumptions based on a solid understanding of parts design principles.
- Challenge internal and external stakeholders on Design-to-Cost and Value Engineering (VE/VA) to maximize profitability.
Project Steering (High-Level):
- Oversee the macro-timeline and commercial milestones of the platform (Kick-off SOP Profitability).
- Lead critical change management (EC) negotiations to protect commercial interests.

Qualifications :

Qualifications:

Experience: 5 years in the automotive industry preferably in Technical Sales Business Development or Engineering/Program Management within the Parts Business.
Technical Acumen:
- Parts Design Literacy: Ability to understand and discuss 2D/3D drawings CAD data structures and geometric tolerances.
- Process Knowledge: Familiarity with automotive development processes specifically D-FMEA and DVP (Design Verification Plan & Report).
- Understanding of materials (polymers adhesives) and manufacturing processes (injection molding).
Global Mindset: Proven ability to work with global teams and introduce overseas technologies to the Japanese market.
Communication:
- Japanese: Native level preferred (Fluent level is acceptable). Must be able to negotiate complex technical and commercial issues with Japanese OEMs.
- English: Fluent. Daily interaction with global teams is required.
Soft Skills: Entrepreneurial spirit proactive problem solver ability to influence without direct authority.

その他の情報 :

当社では現地市場の水準や各職務の具体的な内容責任の範囲を踏まえ競争力のある給与を提示しています
報酬は業務に関連するスキルや学歴研修経験などを総合的に考慮して決定します
また当社は関係法令および規制を遵守し公正かつ公平な賃金制度の運用に努めています

Remote Work :

Employment Type :

Full-time

Position SummaryThe Platform Manager at Sika Japan Automotive and Industry is a strategic customer-facing role responsible for driving business growth within our Parts Business. You will act as the bridge between the customers engineering teams and Sikas global capabilities. While the focus is on bu...

Main Function / Responsibility / Competencies:

Strategic Business Development & Technical Interface:
- Act as the key technical and commercial liaison for OEM customers. Proactively identify opportunities for Sikas Damp Baffle and Bonding solutions early in the vehicle development phase.
- Speak the customers language regarding engineering processes. Review and discuss CAD inputs D-FMEA and DVP (Design Verification Plan) requirements to ensure Sikas solutions meet technical and quality standards.
- Bridge the gap between customer needs and internal R&D by translating technical pain points into internal development roadmaps.
Platform Leadership & Partner Alliance:
- Lead the platform strategy moving beyond single-part management to comprehensive system proposals.
- Manage relationships with local partner companies (molders sub-suppliers) to ensure seamless delivery and joint-development proposals.
- Coordinate with the Global Key Account Management (GKAM) team to align local strategies with global platform directions.
Solution Design & Feasibility:
- Drive Design-in activities: Conduct functional analysis and feasibility studies.
- Verify and challenge design assumptions based on a solid understanding of parts design principles.
- Challenge internal and external stakeholders on Design-to-Cost and Value Engineering (VE/VA) to maximize profitability.
Project Steering (High-Level):
- Oversee the macro-timeline and commercial milestones of the platform (Kick-off SOP Profitability).
- Lead critical change management (EC) negotiations to protect commercial interests.

Qualifications :

Qualifications:

Experience: 5 years in the automotive industry preferably in Technical Sales Business Development or Engineering/Program Management within the Parts Business.
Technical Acumen:
- Parts Design Literacy: Ability to understand and discuss 2D/3D drawings CAD data structures and geometric tolerances.
- Process Knowledge: Familiarity with automotive development processes specifically D-FMEA and DVP (Design Verification Plan & Report).
- Understanding of materials (polymers adhesives) and manufacturing processes (injection molding).
Global Mindset: Proven ability to work with global teams and introduce overseas technologies to the Japanese market.
Communication:
- Japanese: Native level preferred (Fluent level is acceptable). Must be able to negotiate complex technical and commercial issues with Japanese OEMs.
- English: Fluent. Daily interaction with global teams is required.
Soft Skills: Entrepreneurial spirit proactive problem solver ability to influence without direct authority.

その他の情報 :

Remote Work :

Employment Type :

Full-time

Key Skills

Sales Experience
Mechanic Experience
Customer Service
Dealership Experience
GM Vehicles
Management Experience
Upselling
Auto Service Management
Automotive Repair
Computer Literacy
Leadership Experience
Automotive Service

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