This role supports sales planning and business operations within Rakuten’s Group Sales Division. Responsibilities are likely to include sales performance analysis, target and budget planning, reporting, coordination with corporate and business teams, process improvement, and preparation of management materials. Candidates should have experience in sales planning, business administration, data analysis, or a related field, along with strong Excel and presentation skills. Effective communication, organization, attention to detail, and the ability to coordinate multiple stakeholders are important. Business-level Japanese is likely required, while English proficiency may be useful in Rakuten’s international environment. The successful candidate is expected to work proactively, manage deadlines, identify operational improvements, and provide accurate insights that support sales strategy and decision-making.
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 online services. Rakuten’s membership and loyalty platform connects many of these businesses, allowing customers to earn and use Rakuten Points across the group. The company has expanded internationally and works with employees and partners from many cultural and professional backgrounds. Rakuten is known for its large-scale digital businesses, data-driven services, and Englishnization initiative, which promotes English use in corporate communication. Its Group Sales Division supports commercial growth by coordinating sales activities and business planning across Rakuten’s corporate businesses.
Japan offers opportunities in technology, e-commerce, finance, telecommunications, consulting, manufacturing, hospitality, and corporate operations. Tokyo provides the widest choice of international jobs and has excellent rail transport, healthcare, restaurants, and entertainment, although housing and commuting can be expensive. Japanese workplaces value punctuality, reliability, teamwork, careful communication, and respect for hierarchy. Daily life is safe and convenient, but Japanese language ability is highly beneficial outside international companies. Foreign employees generally need an appropriate work visa, commonly the Engineer/Specialist in Humanities/International Services status, with employer support and relevant qualifications or experience. Relocation usually involves securing housing, registering an address, arranging health insurance and pension enrollment, and obtaining a residence card. Japan has four distinct seasons, efficient public services, and many regional lifestyle choices, from urban Tokyo to quieter coastal and mountain communities.
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