We are looking for a Localization Project Manager for our client, a global tech company in Austin, Texas.

Details

Full-12-month W2 contract
Hybrid in Austin (Tues-Thurs). Candidates must be local to Austin Metro area for consideration
The pay for this W-2 position ranges from $45.00-$49.82 per hour

Description

We are looking for an expert project manager, who has seen many projects from conception to completion. You are a born communicator, with the ability to maintain tight relationships across a broad set of partner groups. You have experience working with international teams and a real passion for top-of-class customer experiences. You thrive in leaving no rock unturned and deal with ambiguity and paradox with grace. You have a background in product or software localization and are process-minded. You are focused on great customer experience, and how truly localized content is key to successful business.

This role is for a highly motivated program manager, to join the Digital Content Management (DCM) Localization team. This person will work closely with other WW Localization Project and Program Managers, to align on processes and standard methodologies. This person will also work closely with DCM teams across Cupertino, Singapore, Tokyo and London to ensure timely delivery of localized content for Campaigns, Programs, Engineering Releases and New Product Introductions.

Key Responsibilities

You will work with key DCM teams on localization of content for the eCommerce experience on Company Website, the Store App, and WeChat and Tmall platforms.
You will lead localization projects from beginning to end, using our in-house translation management software (WorldServer) and translation memory tools.
You will have the opportunity to work with both internal and external language specialist teams.
You will lead and direct localization vendors, giving them clear and concise guidelines on eCommerce requirements.
You will act as a point of contact for urgent localization requests coming out of the regional teams.
You will handle Linguistic Quality Assurance (LQA) projects during engineering release cycles, campaigns, programs and new product introductions.
You will build reporting for localization functions within the DCM organization.
You will be involved in handoff review meetings with DCM teams and feedback localization specific needs.
You will coordinate with other Localization Project and Program Managers to create consistent processes and practices.

Key Qualifications

You have working knowledge of project management tools and methodologies.
You have 5+ years experience in running a portfolio of projects, either agency or client-side.
You have experience in managing localization, internationalization and/or globalization projects.
Experience working in a dynamic production environment.
You have validated skills to present excellent written documents and presentations.
Experience working with international teams.
Your extraordinary organization skills and ability to lead multiple projects at once makes you a master at multi-tasking and delivering quality and detail-oriented work.
You are an action-oriented, dedicated self-starter.
You thrive with limited direction in an ambiguous work environment and enjoy the challenge it brings.
Bachelor's degree or higher preferred.
Project Management qualification a plus.
Additional foreign language skills a plus.

The pay for this W-2 position ranges from $45.00-$49.82 per hour. This position may be eligible for PTO, health and dental insurance, and/or 401(k) benefits upon meeting certain length of service and hours requirements.

Mathys+Potestio values applicants of all backgrounds and experiences. We do not discriminate based on race, color, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, age, religion or religious creed, disability or handicap, sex or gender, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

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