Procurement Specialist for Mobile Business Services - Procurement Operations Department, Procurement Operations Supervisory Department

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This role manages procurement operations for Rakuten Mobile’s business services, including supplier selection, quotations, contract coordination, purchase orders, cost control, and internal stakeholder support. Candidates should have experience in procurement, purchasing, vendor management, or related operations, preferably in telecommunications, IT, or a large corporate environment. Strong communication, negotiation, organization, and analytical skills are expected. Business-level Japanese is likely important for working with domestic suppliers and internal teams, while English may be useful in Rakuten’s international environment. The successful candidate should be detail-oriented, commercially aware, comfortable handling multiple priorities, and able to improve procurement processes while maintaining compliance and service quality.

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 covering e-commerce, fintech, digital content, travel, communications, advertising, and professional services. Rakuten Mobile is the group’s telecommunications business, providing mobile network and related services to consumers and enterprises in Japan. The company is known for its large membership platform, integrated loyalty program, and international workforce. Rakuten offers employees the opportunity to work across multiple industries and contribute to technology-driven business expansion. Its corporate culture emphasizes innovation, speed, ownership, and collaboration, although employees may also encounter a fast-paced environment with changing priorities. This procurement position supports the operational and commercial foundations of Rakuten Mobile’s business services.