Strategic project manager, Strategy Planning Department - Platform Strategy Supervisory Department (PFSD)

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Rakuten is seeking a Strategic Project Manager for its Strategy Planning Department within the Platform Strategy Supervisory Department. The role involves planning and driving strategic initiatives across Rakuten’s diverse services, coordinating stakeholders, analyzing business opportunities, and supporting platform growth. Candidates should have experience in project or strategy management, strong analytical and problem-solving skills, and the ability to communicate effectively with Japanese and international teams. Business-level Japanese and English may be expected, along with excellent presentation, organization, and negotiation abilities. The successful candidate will be comfortable working across departments, managing ambiguity, building consensus, and turning strategic plans into measurable business results.

About the employer

Rakuten Group, Inc. is a major Japanese technology and internet company headquartered in Tokyo. Founded in 1997, it operates a broad ecosystem that includes e-commerce, fintech, mobile communications, digital content, travel, advertising, and professional sports. Rakuten’s business model connects these services through a membership, data, and loyalty platform, allowing customers to earn and use Rakuten Points across different products. The company has expanded internationally and employs a diverse workforce, including many English-speaking teams in Japan. Its culture emphasizes innovation, entrepreneurship, collaboration, and challenging established business models. Employees may work on large-scale, cross-functional projects that influence millions of customers and multiple group companies. Rakuten is particularly suited to candidates interested in technology-enabled business strategy, platform development, and fast-changing corporate environments.