Planning & Communications Specialist, Global Operations (Japanese Bilingual)

Leads the development and day-to-day operation of the internal communication function for Global Operations, ensuring clear, consistent, and effective communication across the organization. In addition, supports broader Global Operations planning and management activities, including meeting coordination, management reporting, data analysis, and action tracking.

Internal Communication

• Establishes a communications framework to communicate effectively with Global Operations employees.
• Leads the planning, execution, and evaluation of internal communication initiatives within Corporate Operations that foster and embed company culture, including meeting objectives and KPIs.
• Plans and produces messaging and communication content that supports collaboration, decision-making speed, and innovation.
• Collaborates with regional communication departments to identify and roll out best practices across the PAS Group.
• Designs, builds, and operates global information-sharing platforms (such as SharePoint) in collaboration with IT, and manages content on an ongoing basis, including selecting and overseeing external providers as needed.
• Serves as a point of contact for consultation and support on culture and communication initiatives within regional operations departments.

Global Operations Planning & Management Support.

• Supports and coordinates the end-to-end execution of strategic meetings across Global Operations, regional COO organizations, and business units.
• Provides operational and language support to ensure accurate communication of messages and improve the quality of decision-making in Global Operations meetings.
• Collects and analyzes data related to Global Operations and creates visual materials such as reports, charts, and graphs.
• Translates and reviews English/Japanese communication materials for accuracy and cultural appropriateness.

MUST HAVES:

• High school diploma and four (4) years of related experience, or Bachelor's degree in a related field and three (3) years of related experience.
• At least three (3) years of professional experience in strategic planning, public relations, or internal/corporate communications.
• Demonstrated experience independently planning and executing communication initiatives, including content development and stakeholder coordination.
• English: fluent or native-level proficiency.
• Japanese: business level or higher (sufficient to manage meetings, prepare materials, and coordinate with stakeholders).
• Experience in the manufacturing industry, with an understanding of operational organizations and on-site culture.
• Work experience across multiple regions and countries.
• Technology literacy: ability to create materials and communicate information using tools such as PowerPoint, Excel, and SharePoint.
• Experience in data analysis, identifying issues using numerical data, and measuring effectiveness.

BENEFITS & PERKS - WE'RE ALL ABOUT YOU:

• Great Medical/Dental Benefits
• Company-Matched 401K Retirement Savings
• Annual Bonus Program
• Educational Assistance
• Relaxed Dress Code
• PASATalks Speaker Summits
• Leadership & Mentorship Programs
• High5 Reward Recognition Program
• Onsite Happy Hours
• And many more benefits & perks found within the ‘Our Culture’ section…

WHO WE ARE:
At Panasonic, our technology and engineering expertise delivers innovation across diverse industries. It's all about the consumer experience and making sure that we find ways to enhance that experience, either through audio enhancements or through safety enhancements inside the vehicle.

Panasonic Automotive Systems Company of America (PASA) is an industry-leading global supplier to Automotive Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEM’s) for infotainment systems and advanced connected car solutions. Our clients include Ford, GM, Chrysler, Daimler, Fiat, Tesla, Honda, Toyota.

WE TAKE OPPORTUNITY SERIOUSLY:
Panasonic is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to: race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by law. All qualified individuals are required to perform the essential functions of the job with our without reasonable accommodations.

Due to the high volume of responses, we will only be able to respond to candidates of interest. All candidates must have valid authorization to work in the U.S. Thank you for your interest in Panasonic Automotive Systems of America.