Principal Privacy Program Manager

American Honda Motor Co., Inc. • Torrance, CA

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About The Position

The Principal Privacy Program Manager leads the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of American Honda’s privacy program management function. This role provides technical and functional leadership for program operations—including policy development, training, communications, system management, and program KPIs—ensuring alignment with evolving legal requirements and business objectives. The Principal Privacy Program Manager drives cross-functional projects, represents Honda in industry forums, and empowers the privacy program team to deliver operational excellence and regulatory compliance in support of AHM’s mission of responsible data stewardship.

Requirements

• 10-12 years of experience in privacy, legal compliance, data governance, or program management roles, with demonstrated progression in responsibility.
• Proven experience designing, implementing, and maturing privacy programs in complex, regulated environments.
• Experience developing and maintaining privacy policies, training, communications, and program KPIs.
• Strong track record of leading cross-functional projects and collaborating with Legal, IT, HR, Product, and business units.
• Experience managing or providing work direction to a team of privacy professionals.
• Demonstrated ability to represent the organization in industry forums and external working groups.
• Bachelor’s degree in Law, Business Administration, Information Systems, Public Policy, or a related field.
• Equivalent professional experience in privacy program management, regulatory compliance, or data governance may be considered in lieu of a degree.
• Professional certifications such as CIPP/US, CIPM, or FIP are strongly preferred.

Nice To Haves

• Advanced degree (e.g., JD, MBA, Master’s in Privacy, Cybersecurity, or Technology Law) preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, SharePoint).
• Experience with privacy management platforms (e.g., OneTrust, TrustArc) and data mapping tools.
• Strong project management, analytical, and organizational skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey complex privacy concepts to technical and non-technical audiences.
• Ability to build consensus, drive change, and foster a collaborative, high-performance team environment.
• Strategic thinking and continuous improvement mindset.

Responsibilities

• Direct day-to-day operations of the privacy program management function, including backlog management, work prioritization, and oversight of program activities (policies, training, communications, system management, KPIs).
• Develop, implement, and maintain privacy policies, procedures, training programs, and internal/external communications to ensure compliance and promote a culture of privacy across the organization.
• Lead major cross-functional projects to implement new laws, regulations, policies, and system upgrades. Coordinate with stakeholders across Legal, IT, HR, Product, and other business units to ensure successful project delivery.
• Oversee the management and optimization of privacy management platforms (e.g., OneTrust), data mapping, and program-level KPIs. Drive continuous improvement of program processes and tools.
• Represent Honda in external privacy forums, working groups, and industry benchmarking activities. Bring back insights and best practices to inform program strategy and operations.
• Provide technical and functional leadership to the program management team. Mentor and develop team members, fostering a collaborative, high-performance environment.

Benefits

• Competitive Base Salary (pay will be based on several variables that include, but not limited to geographic location, work experience, etc.)
• Regional Bonus (when applicable)
• Manager Lease Car Program (No Cost - Car, Maintenance, and Insurance included)
• Industry-leading Benefit Plans (Medical, Dental, Vision, Rx)
• Paid time off, including vacation, holidays, shutdown
• Company Paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• 401K Plan with company match + additional contribution
• Relocation assistance (if eligible)
• Advancement Opportunities
• Career Mobility
• Education Reimbursement for Continued Learning
• Training and Development Programs
• Lifestyle Account
• Childcare Reimbursement Account
• Elder Care Support
• Tuition Assistance & Student Loan Repayment
• Wellbeing Program
• Community Service and Engagement Programs
• Product Programs

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level