About Musashi Americas:

Musashi Americas is part of Musashi Seimitsu Industry Co., Ltd., a globally recognized Japanese automotive parts manufacturer headquartered in Toyohashi, Japan. With a strong presence across North, Central, and South America, Musashi Americas operates multiple manufacturing and technical facilities that deliver high-quality components including powertrain and drivetrain systems to leading automotive OEMs. Guided by the Musashi Philosophy, we are committed to excellence, innovation, and sustainability. Our mission is to drive the future of mobility by combining cutting-edge technology with world-class manufacturing practices while fostering a culture rooted in respect, integrity, and continuous improvement.

Job Summary:

The Innovation & Digitization Manager is responsible for driving the development and implementation of cutting-edge digital solutions, while also independently leading strategic initiatives in AI and innovation. This position oversees the Digitization and Data Analysis team and manages all related projects. This role requires a unique blend of project management expertise, presentation skills, technical acumen, and visionary leadership to transform our business operations and maintain our competitive edge in the auto parts manufacturing industry.

Reports to: CFO Americas

Qualifications:

• Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Data Science or related field.
• 5+ years of relevant experience in digital transformation, development and AI innovation roles.
• Understanding of large language models, generative AI, machine learning, data analytics, and their applications in a business context.
• Excellent project management skills, with a track record of successfully delivering complex projects on time and within budget.
• Hands on experience developing software.
• Deep understanding of software best practices.
• High level of initiative and sound decision-making ability.
• Automotive industry experience, PMP designation, knowledge of SAP, MS Fabric and Power Bi is considered an asset

Musashi Expectations:

Company Standards:

• Uphold company policies and integrity.
• Be a champion of Musashi Philosophy.
• Follow all safety procedures & instructions.
• Actively involved in company and department goals.
• Follow Musashi's "5S" principles, quality, environmental, and health & safety systems.
• Interact with all Musashi working peers in a respectful and pleasant manner. Job Responsibilities:
• Lead, manage and mentor a team of Digitization and Data Analysis developers to build solutions that meet business needs.
• Organize, direct and evaluate digitization initiatives and digital solutions
• Prepare and deliver business plan and Key Performance Indicators (KPI) reports
• Use industry best practices and software development methodologies to build and implement technology
• Drive digital innovation by exploring new technologies and methodologies to improve processes and systems
• Lead designing and implementation of socially responsible Generative AI at Musashi.
• Responsible for the overall requirements, planning, scheduling, execution, and success of projects
• Ensure the data integrity, security, and compliance with relevant regulations for all projects
• Ensure the quality, accuracy, and reliability of AI models and digital tools
• Communicate project status and insights to senior leadership and key stakeholders
• Work with cross functional teams to identify and meet the needs of internal stakeholders
• Perform other related duties as required.

Personal Skills:

• Identifying, diagnosing and resolving problems; prioritizing critical internal/external issues
• Ability to analysis data and translate results into actionable deliverables
• Excellent collaboration skills - must know how to build, influence, manage conflict with political savvy
• Strong interpersonal skills; ability to work with diverse teams, and influence/drive/lead change across functional and business boundaries
• Good project management discipline and skills to manage time, cost and risk
• Continuous improvement focus in process development and management
• Effective written and oral communication skills; demonstrable ability to convey ideas to a diverse team of people
• Proficient in MS Office

Please note: This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the associate for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.