Specialist, Program Management
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 Specialist, Program Management 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 and help design the program to solve business challenges and promote innovation across Sony Group. 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.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
• Coordinate 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, follow-up with stakeholders, 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 partnering with stakeholders in Japan as needed
• Support planning and executing initiatives to promote stakeholders’ engagement
• Collaborate with Tokyo team members to build and practice common standards, ensuring consistency and alignment to deliver programs efficiently.
• 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
QUALIFICATIONS FOR POSITION
Your qualifications and experience should include:
Your 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 working with globally distributed teams and multicultural working environments
• Experience in setting priorities, problem-solving and multitasking
• Experience in community building through owning or managing programs
• 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
• Demonstrated interest in exploring and adopting emerging technologies
ADDITIONAL/PREFERRED SKILLS:
• 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.”
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
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 pay roll deductions)
Annual incentive bonus
The anticipated annual base salary for this position is $75,000 to $95,000. In addition to the annual base salary, this role has an annual bonus target of 7%. 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.
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Sony 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.
Disability Accommodation for Applicants to Sony Corporation of America
Sony 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.
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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.
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Join Sony Corporation of America as a Specialist in Program Management right in the vibrant setting of Culver City. In this exciting role, you'll be part of the Digital Transformation (DX) team, where collaboration meets innovation! The DX division plays a pivotal role in delivering impactful program solutions that drive business growth across the global Sony Group ecosystem. You’ll work directly with teams from various Sony Group Companies, so if you thrive on connecting creative minds with strategic initiatives, this could be the perfect fit for you. Your mission will involve everything from coordinating with internal and external partners to facilitating engaging workshops that spur innovation. With a focus on clear communication, you'll keep stakeholders aligned while addressing project goals and potential risks, ensuring that everything runs smoothly. The role requires 2-3 days on-site, allowing you to build those essential in-person connections while also enjoying the flexibility of a hybrid work environment. If you're passionate about harnessing both human ingenuity and technology to make a genuine impact, Sony is where you're meant to be. The team fosters a culture that promotes diversity, equity, and inclusion, making it not just a job but a place where you can thrive creatively. We can’t wait to see how you will help us fill the world with emotion through the power of creativity and technology!
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