Manager | IT Promotion & Planning

Company Background:

Sumitomo Corporation Asia & Oceania Pte. Ltd. (SCAO) is a leading integrated trading company with an international presence comprising 28 offices across 14 countries in the region. Our businesses span diverse industries such as metal and tubular products, transportation and construction systems, environment and infrastructure, food, materials, real estate, media, lifestyle, mineral resources, energy, chemicals, and electronics. We are an integral member of the Sumitomo Corporation Group, a key player in the global exchange of goods, services, and technology. Our success and growth are underpinned by a multinational workforce of more than 1,000 people in the region. Our activities are supported by a global network of more than 900 group companies from 136 locations in 66 countries and regions.

For more information on our company, please visit: https://www.sumitomocorp.com/en/asia-oceania and follow us on our SCAO Group LinkedIn page: https://www.linkedin.com/company/sumitomo-corporation-asia-oceania

Responsibilities and Accountabilities:

The role involves overseeing the planning, implementation, operation, user support, promotion, and governance of IT systems, primarily focusing on applications, business divisions, and company support within the Asia & Oceania region. This includes allocating IT resources such as human resources, costs, and IT products. You will be responsible for:

• Coordinating and managing the interests of various internal organizations, including Sumitomo corporate/liaison offices, Tokyo-related groups (mainly the DX & IT Group), and SCSK Group.
• Regular communication and information exchange with external companies in the same industry and partners.
• Managing multiple projects and numerous system operations concurrently. This includes project management for initiatives introducing new technologies or systems, with a continuous focus on improvement and reform.
• Identify and apply new technologies, particularly in the field of Artificial Intelligence (AI), to enhance our operations.

Requirements:

• Minimum Degree with team management experience and at least 3 years of relevant working experience.
• Possess experience in leading application-related projects (ERP, SCM, CRM, etc.) across various areas including planning, implementation, operation, user support, promotion, and governance as a Project Manager, Consultant, or in a similar role.
• Possess experience in implementing and promoting Citizen Development (Microsoft Power Platform) and Operation Process Analysis/Automation (RPA).
• Possess experience in IT audit.
• Strong communication skills, both verbally and in writing able to articulate analysis and communicate the organization and department's goals and vision across different audiences.
• Japanese language proficiency is essential to support the communication with Headquarters and Japanese-speaking counterparts (spoken and written).
• Have experience or interested in Digital Transformation related work.
• Must be willing to travel regionally on a monthly or bi-monthly basis, including but not limited to Malaysia, Indonesia, Thailand, Vietnam, India.

Our Benefits and Perks

• Flexibility & Time Off: Hybrid work model, Flexible Benefits, Paid time off (e.g. Caregiver leave, Birthday leave)
• Professional and Personal Development: Study and Exam Leave, Educational Subsidies, Regional and Global Learning Programs
• Health & Well-being: Employee Assistance Program, Group Health Insurance, Employee Engagement Program & Activities

Our Commitment

At SCAO, we value the diversity of background, culture, experiences, skills and views that our people offer.

We are committed to building an environment free of unfair discrimination and harassment that enables all to perform at their best, regardless of nationality, race, ethnicity, religion, age and other attributes.