Senior IT Sourcing Specialist - IT Procurement Office, IT Sourcing Group, Technology Management Services Supervisory Department (TMSSD)

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This role manages IT sourcing and procurement across Rakuten, including supplier selection, contract negotiations, pricing, renewals, cost optimization, and vendor performance. Candidates are expected to have practical experience in IT procurement, strategic sourcing, or vendor management, along with strong negotiation, analytical, and communication skills. Familiarity with software licensing, cloud services, hardware, telecommunications, and technology contracts is valuable. The position may require coordination with internal technology, finance, legal, and business teams, as well as Japanese and English communication. A commercially minded professional who can manage multiple stakeholders, identify savings opportunities, and support reliable technology operations would be well suited to the role.

About the employer

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 telecommunications, digital content, travel, online advertising, and professional sports. Rakuten’s services are used by consumers and businesses in Japan and internationally, with the company promoting an integrated membership and loyalty platform centered on Rakuten Points. Its corporate environment is highly international, and English is commonly used in many technology and business teams. The company invests heavily in cloud, mobile networks, data, artificial intelligence, and digital platforms. This procurement position supports the technology organization by helping Rakuten manage suppliers, control costs, negotiate contracts, and maintain effective relationships with strategic IT vendors.