Company Overview
A company in the information technology field is hiring for a Global IT Strategy Manager position. This organization operates across multiple regions and is focused on building a cohesive and forward-looking IT environment that supports business growth. The role offers the opportunity to influence enterprise-wide strategy and collaborate with international teams, contributing to long-term transformation at a global scale.
Job Description
- Lead the development of mid- to long-term global IT strategies covering applications, infrastructure, and security
- Align IT initiatives with overall business strategy and create actionable roadmaps Establish and refine IT standards and governance frameworks across regions
- Drive global IT projects, including planning, execution, and progress management
- Coordinate with regional IT teams across headquarters and international locations to ensure alignment and delivery
- Collaborate with external vendors and partners while maintaining oversight and control of project outcomes
- Facilitate cross-functional communication, including reporting to leadership and supporting decision-making through risk and issue analysis
- Build strong relationships with regional teams and promote alignment on IT initiatives
- During the initial period based in Japan, gain hands-on experience with existing systems, governance, and operations while contributing improvement proposals for future global expansion
Qualifications
- Extensive professional experience in the IT field: 15+ years of experience
- Knowledge and experience in one or more areas such as applications, infrastructure, or security
- Ability to take a holistic view of IT and translate it into strategic initiatives
- Experience managing projects involving multiple stakeholders across different countries
- English and Japanese: business-level proficiency
- Leadership or management experience in any scale of organization or project
- Experience in global IT strategy or IT planning functions is advantageous
- Background in multinational or multi-location IT projects is preferred
- Familiarity with modern IT environments including cloud platforms is beneficial
- Understanding of IT governance and decision-making processes within a corporate setting is a plus
- Strong ability to think from a long-term and organization-wide perspective
- Willingness to engage beyond planning and actively lead execution
- Capability to communicate effectively across cultural differences and act as a bridge between global and local teams
