Strategy and Transformation - STMO Program Manager

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Job Overview

The Strategic Program Manager with the Strategy & Transformation Management Office will lead the successful planning, deployment, and execution of strategic programs within Komatsu North America. This includes managing program activities, tasks, and partnerships across the North American region, driving adoption, and ensuring success through program delivery. Programs will vary in scope, complexity, criticality, success criteria, requiring strong leadership, technical acumen, and outcomes focus. In addition to program management responsibilities, this role will primarily serve as an internal consultant, partnering with the Divisions to identify opportunities, analyze challenges, and provide strategic recommendations that align with organizational goals. The individual will leverage consulting methodologies to facilitate decision-making, optimize processes, and ensure that initiatives deliver measurable value across the enterprise.

Key Job Responsibilities

• Program Delivery and Execution
• Program Delivery Standards
• Internal Consulting
• Stakeholder Engagement
• Strategic Alignment

Qualifications/Requirements

Bachelor's and/or master's degree in a quantitative or business field preferred, with minimum 5 years of work experience. 2+ years of consulting experience from a strategy consulting firm, including generalist experience across multiple industries preferred. Proven ability to manage multiple complex initiatives and deliver results under tight deadlines. Strong interpersonal skills with ability to bring together cross-functional leaders for discussions, issue resolution, and alignment. Self-starter who identifies opportunities, addresses challenges, and builds actionable execution plans. Ability to communicate succinct stories to senior management, including Division VPs and C-Suite, to gather input and buy-in. Experience bringing structure to ambiguous problems, framing key questions, and developing clear work plans to answer them. Experience aggregating market, customer, and expert insights into clear, cohesive recommendations for executive leaders. Proficiency with program management tools (e.g., Microsoft Planner / Microsoft Project). Strong knowledge of program/project management methodologies (e.g. Future-Back Planning, Lean Six Sigma). Up to 10-15% travel required to meet with program teams.

Hiring Range

At Komatsu, your base pay is one part of your total compensation package. This role pays $Min. $120,000 - Mid. $130,000. The actual offer will consider a wide range of factors, including experience and location.

Company Benefits

Komatsu provides an extensive and robust employee benefits package that is designed to enhance the well-being of our employees and family members. We embrace a positive and empowering employee experience with a culture that prides itself on a diverse and inclusive environment. Health benefits: Medical, dental, vision, HSA, wellness programs, etc. 401k and/or employee savings programs Employee time off (vacation and designated holidays) Employee and family assistance programs Disability benefits Life insurance Employee learning and development programs Diversity & Inclusion Commitment At Komatsu, we come from diverse backgrounds, with unique perspectives, experiences and contributions. We believe that our people are part of our shared purpose. Connected by our core values of ambition, perseverance, collaboration and authenticity, we are committed to continually advancing in our support of diversity and inclusion. United, we are on a journey towards a sustainable future that creates value together.

Company Information

Komatsu develops and supplies technologies, equipment and services for the construction, mining, forklift, industrial and forestry markets. Headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, Komatsu employs more than 64,000 people worldwide, operating in more than 140 countries. For more than a century, the company has been creating value for its customers through manufacturing and technology innovation, partnering with others to empower a sustainable future where people, business and the planet thrive together. Since the company's founding in 1921, Komatsu has been committed to supporting individuals and communities through job training, skills development and giving back. As a Komatsu employee, you will be encouraged to grow alongside our global company, contributing to a more sustainable future for all.

EEO Statement

Komatsu is an Equal Opportunity Workplace and an Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.