Operation staff or Leader candidate - Procurement Governance Section, Procurement Governance Department, Group Affairs and Facilities Management Supervisory Department

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This role supports procurement governance across the Rakuten Group, including procurement policy administration, supplier and contract management, purchasing process improvement, compliance monitoring, reporting, and coordination with internal departments and overseas entities. Candidates should have experience in procurement, purchasing administration, vendor management, governance, or related corporate operations, with strong organizational and communication skills. The position may suit someone who can manage multiple stakeholders, analyze procedures and data, identify operational risks, and improve efficiency. Business-level Japanese and English are likely valuable, particularly when working with global group companies. A proactive, detail-oriented candidate who can work independently while coordinating effectively across teams is expected. Leadership experience or the ability to guide colleagues may be required for the leader-candidate track.

About the employer

Rakuten Group, Inc. is a major Japanese internet services and technology company headquartered in Tokyo. Founded in 1997, it operates a broad ecosystem covering e-commerce, online financial services, digital content, travel, communications, advertising, and fintech. Its businesses are connected through the Rakuten membership program and points platform, serving customers and merchants in Japan and international markets. Rakuten is known for its entrepreneurial culture, large-scale digital platforms, and strong investment in mobile and technology services. Corporate functions such as procurement governance help coordinate standards, control costs, strengthen compliance, and improve operational efficiency across the group. The company employs a diverse, increasingly international workforce and offers roles in Japanese and global business environments.