Sr Manager, Localization - Tokyo, Japan

About the Role

Guide and develop a team of localization professionals, fostering their career growth.

Represent localization in the region, acting as a bridge between the localization & globalization group, local stakeholders and customers

Partner with Product, Engineering, Marketing, and Sales to achieve successful localization.

Promote industry standard processes across Workday, providing guidance and support.

Identify and address technical and process challenges to improve localization efficiency and scalability.

Build and maintain strong relationships with vendors, ensuring timely delivery and adherence to Service Level Agreements and Key Performance Indicators.

About You

10+ years of professional experience in localization and language services in a Saas environment.

5+ years experience leading and developing teams.

Native fluency in Japanese and a strong command of the English language.

Deep understanding of Japanese culture, etiquette, and communication styles, and the wider APJ region.

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Ability to build and maintain strong relationships with diverse stakeholder groups and leadership levels, as well as customers.

Other Qualifications

Functional knowledge of Human Capital Management (HCM) and Financials business applications.

Knowledge of Workday products is a plus.

Experience working with AI / ML and technology-driven localization workflows, including MT.

Self-motivated, thrives in a growing and rapidly evolving environment.

Ability to drive initiatives at a strategic level.