Sony Corporation of America
Program Management Specialist
Sony Corporation of America, Culver City, California, United States, 90232
Sony Corporation of America , located in New York, NY, is the U.S. headquarters of Sony Group Corporation, based in Tokyo, Japan. Sony's principal U.S. businesses include Sony Electronics Inc., Sony Interactive Entertainment LLC, Sony Music Entertainment, Sony Music Publishing and Sony Pictures Entertainment Inc. With some 900 million Sony devices in hands and homes worldwide today, a vast array of Sony movies, television shows and music, and the PlayStation Network, Sony creates and delivers more entertainment experiences to more people than anyone else on earth. To learn more:
www.sony.com/en .
POSITION SUMMARY:Sony Corporation of America (SCA) is seeking a
Program Management Specialist
to join the
Digital Transformation
(DX) team in Culver City, CA. The DX division drives the delivery of impactful program solutions globally across Sony Group Companies. Our aim is to accelerate business growth by connecting strategic initiatives with human expertise, creativity, and collaboration.In this role, you will work closely with various members from Sony Group Companies to understand their needs, prioritize projects, and help design the program for the broader data exchange platform. This is an exciting opportunity to join a developing DX program and bridge the gap between human ingenuity and technological advancement, unleashing the full potential of creativity and collaboration across the Sony ecosystem.This hybrid position requires 2-3 days on-site in the Culver City Office .ResponsibilitiesCoordinate and collaborate with internal and external partners, ensuring deadlines are met and deliverables are provided to fulfill the project objectives
Organizes and facilitates bi-weekly gatherings and global workshops while partnering closely with stakeholders in Tokyo
Monitor project status, prioritize projects, and identify potential risks that may impact the project's success
Proactively communicate with stakeholders, seek potential new business requests, and build strong relationships to ensure effective collaboration and successful project outcomes
Manage multiple projects or major project components as assigned
Proactively provide process improvements and remove obstacles to drive momentum and progress while partnering with stakeholders in Japan to deliver programs efficiently
Collaborate with Tokyo team members to build and practice common standards, ensuring consistency and alignment across all projects.
Ensure clear communication with all stakeholders, aligning and managing the interests of multi-stakeholders to achieve project goals
Oversees all aspects of project administration, including developing and implementing effective processes for scheduling, documentation (e.g. meeting minutes, action items, and decisions), distribution, and other critical tasks.
Honesty, trustworthiness and ethical conduct are material requirements for the responsibilities outlined above
QUALIFICATIONSYour qualifications and experience should include:Bachelor's degree and work experience in a related field
3+ years of experience in program management or similar roles
Proven ability to effectively manage project timelines scope, dependencies, issues/risks & communications
Experience working in collaborative, cross-functional environments
Experience in setting priorities, problem-solving and multitasking
Excellent active listening, written, and verbal communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with individuals at all levels of the organization
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, Forms etc.)
Familiarity with collaboration tools such as SharePoint, MS Project, Miro, Jira, Confluence etc.
Ability to work flexibly to accommodate communication and partnership with stakeholders across different time zones
ADDITIONAL/PREFERRED SKILLS:Experience working with globally distributed teams and multicultural working environments
Demonstrated interest in exploring and adopting emerging technologies
Experience creating and delivering executive-level summary reports and presentations
Ability to communicate effectively in Japanese at a professional level is a plus
In addition to competitive pay and benefits, we offer an environment and culture that promotes Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. We are committed to creating an inclusive employee experience for you to thrive as part of Sony's purpose to "fill the world with emotion through the power of creativity and technology."Benefits:SCA offers benefits-eligible employees (generally regular employees scheduled to work 20 or more hours a week) a comprehensive benefits program that offers coverage and support for employees and their family's physical, emotional, and financial well-being.What we offer you:Comprehensive medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage with coverage for spouses/domestic partners and child dependents, including access to a Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Employee assistance plan and comprehensive behavioral health benefits
Fertility benefits, including, surrogacy, and adoption assistance programs
Basic and supplemental life insurance for employees as well as supplemental life insurance coverage for their spouses/domestic partners and children
Voluntary benefits such as group legal, identity theft protection, accident, and hospital indemnity insurance
Short-term & long-term disability plans
Up to 12 weeks of paid parental and caregiver leave
401(k) Plan with pre-tax, Roth, and after-tax options and company match with immediate vesting
Education assistance and student loan programs
Other Programs:Flexible Work Arrangements, including remote and hybrid work schedules
Time off to include vacation, paid holidays, sick leave, Summer Fridays (early release), and a winter break between Christmas and New Year's Day (based on business needs)
Referral bonuses (subject to eligibility)
Matching gift program
A wide variety of employee business resource groups (EBRGs)
Special discounts on Sony products offered exclusively to Sony employees
Employee stock purchase plan (Sony covers commissions and fees for your Sony stock purchases made through after-tax payroll deductions)
The anticipated annual base salary for this position is $75,000 to $95,000. This range does not include any other compensation components or other benefits that an individual may be eligible for. The actual base salary offered depends on a variety of factors, which may include as applicable, the qualifications of the individual applicant for the position, years of relevant experience, specific and unique skills, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, and the location in which the applicant lives and/or from which they will be performing the job.#LI-AS1Sony is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, sex (including pregnancy), gender, national origin, citizenship, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, military status, status as a veteran or disabled veteran, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or family status, genetic information, medical condition, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local law, ordinance, or regulation.SCA will consider qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records in accordance with applicable law.Disability Accommodation for Applicants to Sony Corporation of AmericaSony Corporation of America provides reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in job application procedures. For reasonable accommodation requests, please contact us by email at careers@sonyusa.com or by mail to: Sony Corporation of America, Human Resources Department, 25 Madison Avenue, New York, NY 10010. Please indicate the position you are applying for.EEO is the LawEEO is the Law SupplementRight to Work (English/Spanish)E-Verify Participation (English/Spanish)While SCA does not require employees to be vaccinated against COVID-19, there are certain Sony offices that require employees to be vaccinated in order to enter. If you will be located at or travel to those offices, you will be required to be fully vaccinated to enter. The Company will consider requests for reasonable accommodations for documented medical reasons and for sincerely held religious beliefs in accordance with applicable law. Please do not include proof of vaccination status or any indication of a possible request for a vaccination accommodation when submitting your application materials. If applicable, the Company will follow up with you directly to request proof of vaccination and to discuss any potential accommodations.
www.sony.com/en .
POSITION SUMMARY:Sony Corporation of America (SCA) is seeking a
Program Management Specialist
to join the
Digital Transformation
(DX) team in Culver City, CA. The DX division drives the delivery of impactful program solutions globally across Sony Group Companies. Our aim is to accelerate business growth by connecting strategic initiatives with human expertise, creativity, and collaboration.In this role, you will work closely with various members from Sony Group Companies to understand their needs, prioritize projects, and help design the program for the broader data exchange platform. This is an exciting opportunity to join a developing DX program and bridge the gap between human ingenuity and technological advancement, unleashing the full potential of creativity and collaboration across the Sony ecosystem.This hybrid position requires 2-3 days on-site in the Culver City Office .ResponsibilitiesCoordinate and collaborate with internal and external partners, ensuring deadlines are met and deliverables are provided to fulfill the project objectives
Organizes and facilitates bi-weekly gatherings and global workshops while partnering closely with stakeholders in Tokyo
Monitor project status, prioritize projects, and identify potential risks that may impact the project's success
Proactively communicate with stakeholders, seek potential new business requests, and build strong relationships to ensure effective collaboration and successful project outcomes
Manage multiple projects or major project components as assigned
Proactively provide process improvements and remove obstacles to drive momentum and progress while partnering with stakeholders in Japan to deliver programs efficiently
Collaborate with Tokyo team members to build and practice common standards, ensuring consistency and alignment across all projects.
Ensure clear communication with all stakeholders, aligning and managing the interests of multi-stakeholders to achieve project goals
Oversees all aspects of project administration, including developing and implementing effective processes for scheduling, documentation (e.g. meeting minutes, action items, and decisions), distribution, and other critical tasks.
Honesty, trustworthiness and ethical conduct are material requirements for the responsibilities outlined above
QUALIFICATIONSYour qualifications and experience should include:Bachelor's degree and work experience in a related field
3+ years of experience in program management or similar roles
Proven ability to effectively manage project timelines scope, dependencies, issues/risks & communications
Experience working in collaborative, cross-functional environments
Experience in setting priorities, problem-solving and multitasking
Excellent active listening, written, and verbal communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with individuals at all levels of the organization
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, Forms etc.)
Familiarity with collaboration tools such as SharePoint, MS Project, Miro, Jira, Confluence etc.
Ability to work flexibly to accommodate communication and partnership with stakeholders across different time zones
ADDITIONAL/PREFERRED SKILLS:Experience working with globally distributed teams and multicultural working environments
Demonstrated interest in exploring and adopting emerging technologies
Experience creating and delivering executive-level summary reports and presentations
Ability to communicate effectively in Japanese at a professional level is a plus
In addition to competitive pay and benefits, we offer an environment and culture that promotes Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. We are committed to creating an inclusive employee experience for you to thrive as part of Sony's purpose to "fill the world with emotion through the power of creativity and technology."Benefits:SCA offers benefits-eligible employees (generally regular employees scheduled to work 20 or more hours a week) a comprehensive benefits program that offers coverage and support for employees and their family's physical, emotional, and financial well-being.What we offer you:Comprehensive medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage with coverage for spouses/domestic partners and child dependents, including access to a Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Employee assistance plan and comprehensive behavioral health benefits
Fertility benefits, including, surrogacy, and adoption assistance programs
Basic and supplemental life insurance for employees as well as supplemental life insurance coverage for their spouses/domestic partners and children
Voluntary benefits such as group legal, identity theft protection, accident, and hospital indemnity insurance
Short-term & long-term disability plans
Up to 12 weeks of paid parental and caregiver leave
401(k) Plan with pre-tax, Roth, and after-tax options and company match with immediate vesting
Education assistance and student loan programs
Other Programs:Flexible Work Arrangements, including remote and hybrid work schedules
Time off to include vacation, paid holidays, sick leave, Summer Fridays (early release), and a winter break between Christmas and New Year's Day (based on business needs)
Referral bonuses (subject to eligibility)
Matching gift program
A wide variety of employee business resource groups (EBRGs)
Special discounts on Sony products offered exclusively to Sony employees
Employee stock purchase plan (Sony covers commissions and fees for your Sony stock purchases made through after-tax payroll deductions)
The anticipated annual base salary for this position is $75,000 to $95,000. This range does not include any other compensation components or other benefits that an individual may be eligible for. The actual base salary offered depends on a variety of factors, which may include as applicable, the qualifications of the individual applicant for the position, years of relevant experience, specific and unique skills, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, and the location in which the applicant lives and/or from which they will be performing the job.#LI-AS1Sony is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, sex (including pregnancy), gender, national origin, citizenship, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, military status, status as a veteran or disabled veteran, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or family status, genetic information, medical condition, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local law, ordinance, or regulation.SCA will consider qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records in accordance with applicable law.Disability Accommodation for Applicants to Sony Corporation of AmericaSony Corporation of America provides reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in job application procedures. For reasonable accommodation requests, please contact us by email at careers@sonyusa.com or by mail to: Sony Corporation of America, Human Resources Department, 25 Madison Avenue, New York, NY 10010. Please indicate the position you are applying for.EEO is the LawEEO is the Law SupplementRight to Work (English/Spanish)E-Verify Participation (English/Spanish)While SCA does not require employees to be vaccinated against COVID-19, there are certain Sony offices that require employees to be vaccinated in order to enter. If you will be located at or travel to those offices, you will be required to be fully vaccinated to enter. The Company will consider requests for reasonable accommodations for documented medical reasons and for sincerely held religious beliefs in accordance with applicable law. Please do not include proof of vaccination status or any indication of a possible request for a vaccination accommodation when submitting your application materials. If applicable, the Company will follow up with you directly to request proof of vaccination and to discuss any potential accommodations.