The Senior Project Manager will lead major initiatives for Rakuten Ichiba, Japan’s online marketplace, from planning through delivery. Requirements typically include substantial project or program management experience, preferably in e-commerce, digital services, technology, or product development; strong stakeholder coordination skills; and the ability to manage schedules, budgets, risks, and dependencies. Experience working with engineering, product, business, and overseas teams is valuable. Japanese and English communication skills may be required, along with strong documentation, presentation, problem-solving, and leadership abilities. The successful candidate is expected to drive execution, improve processes, resolve issues proactively, and deliver customer-focused marketplace improvements in a fast-paced, international environment.
Rakuten Group is a major Japanese internet and technology company founded in 1997 and headquartered in Tokyo. Its businesses span e-commerce, fintech, mobile communications, digital content, travel, advertising, and professional sports. Rakuten Ichiba is the group’s flagship online marketplace, connecting customers with a wide range of merchants and products across Japan. Rakuten operates a large ecosystem in which shopping, payments, loyalty programs, communications, and financial services are integrated through the Rakuten membership and points platforms. The company has an international workforce and promotes English as a common corporate language in many departments. Employees typically work in a fast-moving environment focused on digital innovation, platform growth, customer experience, and collaboration across business and technology teams.
Japan offers strong opportunities in technology, e-commerce, consulting, finance, manufacturing, tourism, and education, particularly in Tokyo, Osaka, Nagoya, and Fukuoka. Workplace culture values reliability, teamwork, preparation, and respect, while international companies may offer more flexible and English-friendly environments. Daily life is generally safe, convenient, and supported by excellent public transport, though Tokyo housing and living costs can be high. Japan has four distinct seasons, extensive regional travel, and diverse food and cultural traditions. Foreign professionals usually need a work visa sponsored by an employer; common categories include Engineer/Specialist in Humanities/International Services and Highly Skilled Professional. Applicants generally need a valid job offer, relevant qualifications or experience, and supporting documents. New arrivals should arrange housing, residence registration, health insurance, and a bank account. Learning basic Japanese makes relocation and everyday communication easier.
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