This role leads product planning for Rakuten’s core e-commerce logistics platform, supporting the EC Logistics Development Department. Responsibilities likely include defining product strategy and requirements, improving logistics and fulfillment processes, coordinating with engineering and business teams, managing roadmaps, and measuring customer and operational outcomes. Candidates are expected to have product management or project leadership experience, strong analytical and problem-solving skills, and the ability to work across technical and commercial stakeholders. Experience with e-commerce, logistics, platform products, or digital transformation is advantageous. Professional communication in English is important, while Japanese ability may be required or strongly preferred for coordination in Japan.
Rakuten Group, Inc. is a major Japanese technology and internet services company headquartered in Tokyo. Founded in 1997, it operates a broad ecosystem covering e-commerce, fintech, mobile communications, digital content, travel, advertising, and logistics. Its marketplace and membership model connect consumers with merchants and services through the Rakuten loyalty program. Rakuten also develops large-scale platforms, payment systems, data services, and delivery infrastructure to support its businesses. The company has an international workforce and regularly hires professionals in product management, engineering, data, marketing, operations, and corporate functions. Working at Rakuten often involves cross-functional collaboration, global projects, and a fast-moving technology environment. Japanese language skills can be important for roles closely connected to domestic operations, although some teams work extensively in English.
Japan offers strong opportunities in technology, e-commerce, logistics, finance, manufacturing, tourism, healthcare, and language education. Tokyo and Osaka have the largest concentration of international employers, while cities such as Fukuoka, Nagoya, and Sapporo can offer lower living costs and growing technology markets. Japanese workplaces value punctuality, preparation, respect, teamwork, and careful communication. Daily life is generally safe, convenient, and supported by excellent public transport, though housing and commuting in Tokyo can be expensive. Skilled professionals normally need a work visa sponsored by an employer; common routes include Engineer/Specialist in Humanities/International Services and Highly Skilled Professional visas. Applicants should prepare educational records, employment history, and passport documents. Relocating employees should budget for deposits, furnishings, transport, and initial living costs. Learning basic Japanese makes administration and community life easier, even in English-speaking workplaces.
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