Senior Project Manager, Rakuten Ichiba - EC Marketplace Development Department (ECMPD)
Job Description:
Department Overview
The EC Marketplace Development (ECMPD) Department is a core technology division within Rakuten Commerce & Marketing Company, Rakuten Inc. We are responsible for developing and enhancing the online systems that power Rakuten Ichiba – Japan's largest internet shopping mall.
Rakuten Ichiba boasts a significant market presence and consistent growth, making it a dynamic e-commerce ecosystem. Our mission in ECMPD is to deliver top-tier shopping entertainment for our users and to empower our merchant partners with advanced tools.
Join us in shaping the future of e-commerce in Japan!
Our Services
• Rakuten Ichiba : https://www.rakuten.co.jp/
• ROOM : https://room.rakuten.co.jp/all/items
• J League Online Store : https://store.jleague.jp/info/
Position:
Why We Hire
We are seeking a highly experienced and strategic Senior Project Manager to lead the planning, execution, and delivery of strategic initiatives related to our online retail platform.
Position Details
Responsibilities:
As a Senior Project Manager at Rakuten Ichiba, you will be a pivotal leader responsible for the end-to-end success of complex programs and projects that drive the evolution of one of the world's largest e-commerce platforms. This role demands a seasoned professional with a proven track record in strategic planning, meticulous execution, and exceptional leadership. You will be instrumental in shaping project vision, fostering high-performing teams, and ensuring the seamless delivery of innovative features and enhancements that directly impact the Rakuten Ichiba user experience and business objectives.
Key Responsibilities:
• Strategic Planning: Define project goals and scope by working closely with executives, business leaders, product managers, and technical teams.
• Team Leadership: Lead, mentor, and develop a team of project managers, fostering a high-performing and collaborative environment.
• Execution & Delivery: Oversee project execution, ensuring projects stay on schedule, within budget, and meet quality standards. Proactively manage risks and issues.
• Stakeholder Communication: Serve as the main contact for executives, providing regular updates on project status, risks, and progress.
• Budget & Resource Management: Develop and manage project budgets, tracking expenses and optimizing resource use.
• Quality Assurance: Work with the QA team to ensure the Ichiba platform is thoroughly tested and meets all quality requirements.
• Launch Coordination: Coordinate the successful launch of new features and platform enhancements.
• Process Improvement: Identify and implement ways to improve project management processes and methods.
Mandatory Qualifications:
- 4-6+ years of experience in project or program management, with a significant focus on front-end + back-end platform development.
- Knowledge of software development with modern technology
- Strong Leadership skills
- Excellence in Issues and Risk Management
- Proven track record of successfully launching and managing large-scale, complex software development projects and programs.
- Extensive experience with SDLC Waterfall
- PMP or other relevant project management certification is required.
Desired Qualifications:
- Experience in organization management
- Experience as a Software Developer
- Product Management Knowledge
- Experience in the production operation of an internet service
- Experience mentoring and coaching junior project managers.
- Agile Management knowledge
Other Information:
Additional information on Location
Rakuten Crimson House
Additional information on English Qualification
TOEIC Score 800 or above (or similar level of English ability or a University Degree earned in an English-speaking country)
In this case, it is necessary to achieve a TOEIC Score exceeding 800 after joining Rakuten in order to be eligible to become a regular employee.
If no evidence is available to prove the qualifications denoted above, taking an IP test, organized by Rakuten, during selection process is required.
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Languages:
English (Overall - 3 - Advanced), Japanese (Overall - 3 - Advanced)