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Holdings, Inc. - **Location:** San Marcos, CA, United States - **Salary:** $120,000.0 - $140,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** C (Programming Language), Java (Programming Language), JavaScript (Programming Language), Business Software, C Sharp (Programming Language), C++ (Programming Language), Computer Programming, IBM DB2, Relational Databases, PostgreSQL, Microsoft Office, Microsoft SQL Server, Visual Basic .NET (Programming Language), MySQL, Oracle (Applications), Information Technology - **Published:** July 2, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=5c0202d9c6a58a71 ## About the Role Essential Skills * Strong accuracy, attention to detail, communication, multitasking, and vendor relationship skills. * Ability to communicate in English and/or Japanese, including speaking, reading, and writing. * Ability to present information and respond to questions from various stakeholders * Strong organization and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize competing assignments. * Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw sound conclusions. * Ability to raise issues proactively and in a timely manner. * Ability to work independently and as part of a team. * Good judgment, flexibility, initiative, and discretion. * Ability to maintain records and follow applicable laws, policies, procedures, and practices. Supervisory / Leadership * Strong leadership skills, including problem solving, organization, resource management, and timely completion of critical tasks. * Supervisory and management experience. * Strong communication skills. * Ability to apply knowledge and common sense to written, oral, diagram, or schedule-based instructions. * Ability to manage problems with several variables and limited standardization. Education & Work Experience * Bachelor's degree from a four-year college or university, 10-15 years of related experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. * Proficiency with general office equipment and Microsoft Office applications. * Programming experience with Java, JavaScript, C, C++, C#, and/or Visual Basic .NET. * Experience managing relational databases such as Oracle, Microsoft SQL Server, IBM DB2, MySQL, and/or PostgreSQL. * Basic infrastructure and networking experience. * Experience implementing and managing business applications, including ERP, CRM, MES, and related systems. ## Description Coordinate with SEI to develop and execute business unit IT strategies. * Build strong working relationships with SEI group staff. * Work with U.S. and Japan management to develop and execute IT strategies and operations. * Set goals, track metrics, allocate resources, and adjust plans as needed. * Prepare documentation to support implementation and business requirements. * Communicate with SEI Japan in English and/or Japanese, as needed. Supervise the IT team. * Support hiring, training, coaching, development, and discipline for IT team members. * Build strong team communication and working relationships. * Delegate responsibilities, coordinate schedules, and support team goals and operations. * Evaluate performance and provide feedback to improve team effectiveness. * Assign staff and resources based on priorities and workload. Manage IT projects. * Define project requirements, budgets, schedules, resources, and deliverables. * Manage projects from planning through completion to ensure on-time, on-budget delivery. * Create project documentation, work breakdown structures, and activity plans. * Report project status, risks, and issues to management and stakeholders in a timely manner. Plan and implement process and procedure improvements. * Work with local staff to gather requirements and identify business benefits. * Document change scope for development and support teams. * Work with management to calculate ROI and obtain approvals. * Coordinate testing and document results. * Track ROI and other metrics to evaluate results., * Work may be required outside normal business hours, including weekends, as needed. * Travel is required, including occasional domestic and international travel to locations such as Mexico, Brazil, and Japan by plane or car. * Work is performed primarily in an office environment. * The employee frequently sits and occasionally stands, walks, uses hands and fingers, and reaches with hands and arms. * The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. * The employee must be able to read and analyze information in hard copy and on a computer screen, including visual measurements or identification. * The employee must be able to communicate with business partners by telephone. ## Related Videos - [You’re a great coder? 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