Tokyo Rakuten
Job Description

Business Overview

Rakuten Group provides innovative services in the telecommunications and IT industries, aiming for growth in the global market. In particular, we focus on maximizing business value through the optimization of procurement processes and strategic supply chain management.

Department Overview


This position belongs to the planning and procurement department and is responsible for planning and executing procurement strategies for telecommunications equipment, IT solutions, and cloud services.

The role aims to enhance efficiency and reduce costs across the department while strengthening collaboration with global suppliers.

Position

Why We Hire

Due to business expansion, we are seeking individuals who can optimize procurement processes and plan and promote new projects.

We are particularly looking for candidates who can leverage their experience in the telecommunications and IT industries to lead strategic procurement activities.

Position Details

■ Procurement Strategy Formulation and Execution

Development of procurement strategies based on corporate business objectives
Identification of procurement opportunities through market analysis
Building long-term partnerships with suppliers

■ Planning Operations

Planning and development of procurement projects
Consideration, planning, and execution for optimal corporate structuring
Proposal of new initiatives and formulation of execution plans
Consideration of business models based on procurement strategy

■ Supplier Management

Selection and evaluation of strategic suppliers
Relationship building and performance management with suppliers
Negotiation for cost reduction and value creation
Development of new procurement vendors

■ Cost Management and Efficiency Improvement

Analysis of procurement costs and implementation of reduction measures
Optimization of procurement processes and promotion of efficiency
Decision-making support through data analysis

Project Examples

Procurement leader for a new project in collaboration with a major PC manufacturer, utilizing mobile, AI, and cloud technologies.

Large-scale procurement project for tens of thousands of cutting-edge devices to support a major client's next-generation communication infrastructure development.

Work Environment

You will have the opportunity to work in a dynamic environment, collaborating with a global team. We utilize the latest IT tools and systems to support efficient business operations.


Managers with backgrounds in global companies and mid-career hires from the IT and mobile industries are part of our team.

Members with diverse experiences come together to leverage their expertise and drive projects forward.

Mandatory Qualifications

・Practical experience in strategic procurement or purchasing (3 years or more preferred)

・Procurement experience in the IT/telecommunications industry

・Experience in project planning and management

・Knowledge of negotiation with suppliers and contract management

・Business-level English proficiency (TOEIC score of 800 or equivalent skills)

・Basic PC skills (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.)

Desired Qualifications

・Experience in dealing with global suppliers

・Experience using ERP systems and procurement management systems

・Possession of relevant certifications (e.g., CPSM, CPIM, etc.)

・Procurement experience with devices, cloud services, and SaaS

Others Information

Additional information on Location

Futakotamagawa Rise Office

Languages

English (Overall - - Advanced), Japanese (Overall - - Fluent)
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