Project Manager
Global Services Tokyo, Japan
About Liferay
Liferay, Inc. is a uniquely profitable B2B enterprise software company with 1,200+ fiery-eyed employees all across Europe, the Americas, the Middle East, Asia, and Africa. As a renowned provider of enterprise open source technologies, we have been recognized by Gartner for empowering businesses around the world to solve complex digital challenges. Liferay Experience Cloud is an all-in-one solution that unites our Liferay DXP and cloud platform capabilities with built-in analytics and B2B commerce functionality reducing the time to market and allowing for accelerated innovation - serving notable customers across the globe such as Airbus, US Bank, Honda, and Desjardins.
But we don’t just make awesome software, we are also fueled by a greater-than-profit vision. By building a vibrant business, making technology useful, and investing in communities, we make it possible for people to reach their full potential to serve others. We give our employees five days off to volunteer at charities they’re excited about, and Liferay donates 10% of our profits to charities around the world. Oh, we’re also self-funded which gives us the freedom to work on whatever we think brings the most value to customers and communities in the long run!
About You and this Role
Liferay is looking for an experienced Project Manager who has a hunger to put their knowledge to the test and apply it to real world projects. You value people over process. You strive to find ways to improve complex systems across the organization. You understand that success of a team is dependent on its members, and you enjoy cultivating this culture. You know how to manage expectations of stakeholders while pushing the team forward to succeed in projects and initiatives. You are a highly organized and detail-oriented problem solver, team player, and communicator.
If you identify with the profile, and think you have a good fit with that position, apply and come and talk to us!
As a Project Manager you will be responsible for the day-to-day operations of support projects. You need to ensure that the project will be delivered successfully in time, therefore you need to:
- Actively work with your team to handle project escalation issues, facilitate discussion, and resolve any conflicts as needed
- Proactively communicate a clear picture to team members of what project success looks like, and work with client leadership to build the comprehensive plan on how to get there
- Partnering with our clients, you will define, gather and analyze client requirements, as well as provide them with consistent follow ups and progress reports
- Assist high-performance teams and individuals track progress and clear any project roadblocks along the way
- Follow Liferay’s Services methodology for delivery when managing project risks and issues, helping the project stay on course to achieve targeted outcomes
- Effectively coordinate tasks and schedules of the project according to each phase and priority
Required Qualifications
- Native verbal and written communication skills in Japanese for communication with Japanese enterprise customers
Conversational to business verbal and written communication skills in English
- Proficient in engaging and communicating with senior management, including but not limited to C-levels
- Knowledgeable in technology, including evaluation and configuration of project management and collaboration tools
- Experienced in cross-functional communication and application of project management techniques in situations that involve a blend of resources from initial strategy mapping to user experience design
- Able to work independently with excellent time management skills. Detail-oriented with a strong problem solving mindset
- Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills including the ability to communicate complex business solution concepts clearly and persuasively to diverse audiences
- Passionate about personal development and continuous improvement
Preferred Qualifications
- Knowledge of content management systems and other portal platforms
- Knowledge of project management tools: JIRA, MS Project Plan
- Knowledge of software development methodologies (Software Development Lifecycle)
- Computer Science or Engineering degree or equivalent level of demonstrated knowledge
- Professional certification such as PMP, PRINCE2, Scrum Master certification etc.
What We Offer
- Salary package w/ competitive benefits according to qualifications and experience
- Opportunities to take responsibility, grow professionally, and Stay Nerdy
- A positive and collaborative work culture
- Check out what employees say about us on Glassdoor
- Working at a leading open-source company
Equal Opportunities Employer - Statement
Liferay is committed to the equal treatment of all candidates, customers and employees and to fostering a culture of dignity at work. Our operating procedure provides for equal opportunities in recruitment and employment with the aim to eliminate discrimination against any job applicant or employee on the basis of race, age, sexual orientation, gender, religion or beliefs, marital or civil partnerships status, family or dependency status, disability, pregnancy and maternity or membership of a traveling community.