IT Manager - Toyota Tsusho Systems

About TTS-US:

Toyota Tsusho Systems US, Inc. (TTS-US) is a proud member of the Toyota Group, providing IT solutions to support global business operations. With eight TTS affiliates worldwide, TTS-US is a competitive IT services provider, committed to strengthening Toyota's global value chain through a secure, resilient network. By continuously developing expertise and cultivating skilled professionals, TTS-US delivers comprehensive IT services to Toyota’s global and group companies, contributing to Toyota’s transformation into a leading technology and mobility company.

We are seeking an experienced IT Manager to oversee our teams at customer locations. This position plays a critical role in ensuring the seamless delivery of IT support, project coordination, and troubleshooting, while fostering collaboration across various technical groups. The ideal candidate will have strong IT skillsets, logical thinking, and hands-on troubleshooting experience.

Team Leadership:

• Manage and mentor an IT team, ensuring task completion, maintaining team performance, and addressing any performance-related concerns.
• Assign tasks, set priorities, and oversee the completion of requests and issues.
• Conduct regular performance reviews and provide feedback for continuous improvement.

Customer Interaction:

• Serve as the primary point of contact for the customer’s IT needs, ensuring excellent service and communication.
• Handle escalated issues and complex troubleshooting scenarios, ensuring timely resolution.

Technical Support:

• Provide support for issues, including installation, configuration, and troubleshooting of software applications and network.
• Ensure team members are equipped to handle common problems and guide them in resolving more advanced issues.
• Develop and maintain documentation for application support procedures and best practices.

Reporting:

• Generate regular reports on help desk performance, response times, ticket resolution, and other key metrics.
• Provide insights based on reports to suggest improvements in team processes and customer service.
• Present findings to management and collaborate on strategic improvements.

Process Improvement:

• Analyze help desk performance metrics and identify areas for improvement.
• Implement and refine processes to enhance efficiency and customer satisfaction.

Collaboration:

• Work closely with other technical teams to ensure seamless integration and communication.
• Coordinate with external vendors and partners as needed.

Requirements

Education: Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field. Relevant certifications are a plus (e.g., ITIL, PMP).

Experience:

3+ years of experience in IT management, including managing on-site teams.

Proven experience in troubleshooting and providing hands-on technical support.

Demonstrated ability to manage a team and handle complex support issues.

Skills:

Strong technical knowledge in IT systems, networks, and application support.

Excellent troubleshooting skills and the ability to resolve technical issues quickly.

Logical thinker with strong problem-solving skills.

Strong leadership and communication skills, with the ability to manage and motivate teams.

Experience working in a customer-facing environment and managing client relationships.

Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.

Other Requirements:

Must be physically on-site at least 3 days a week.

Language Proficiency:

Fluent in Japanese (written and spoken) for effective communication with Japan-based group companies.

Fluent in English (written and spoken) for interaction with U.S. customers.

Certifications:

ITIL 4 Foundation