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RakutenThe Event Planning Group of the Rakuten University Section organizes and manages events for Rakuten Ichiba merchants, sharing our business strategy and operational expertise. We are responsible for flagship events, including the "Rakuten New Year Conference" and "Rakuten Town Meetings," which outline Rakuten Ichiba's vision and mid-term strategies. We also host the "Rakuten Shop of the Year Award Ceremony," an annual event honoring the best among our 50,000+ merchants. Examples of events you will be responsible for include the Rakuten New Year Conference and the Rakuten Shop of the Year Awards Ceremony. Amidst intensifying competition in the e-commerce market, Rakuten Ichiba is prioritizing the deepening of communication with our merchants. In this pivotal phase, we are seeking a candidate who can serve as a bridge through event planning, fostering strong, long-term partnerships between Rakuten Ichiba and our merchants. You will work closely with business leaders, executives, and merchants, gaining direct insights to shape and implement impactful initiatives. Operating in a collaborative environment with diverse stakeholders, you will drive growth through meaningful communication and strategic partnership. Responsible for the following operations at major Rakuten events targeting Rakuten’s merchants. Handle the following tasks at major Rakuten events for Rakuten Ichiba merchants, including the Rakuten New Year Conference, Rakuten Town Meetings, and the Rakuten Shop of the Year Awards Ceremony. Project management, planning, operation management of the events. Contents planning and production with external vendor. The organization structure includes approximately 50 members in the department, with 17 members in the Rakuten University Section and 5 members in the Event Planning Group. The age range is primarily in their 30s, with a composition of 3 new graduates and 2 mid-career hires. Mid-career hires should have event planning and operations experience. A career path example includes being promoted to Project Lead within 5 years of joining, currently active as a future team leader candidate.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) for effective documentation and project management - Practical experience in project management or event planning and operations
- Experience in leading large-scale events or managing projects with complex stakeholder structures - Experience in presenting proposals and strategies to senior management or executives
- Additional information on Location: Rakuten Crimson House, 1-14-1 Tamagawa, Setagaya-ku, Tokyo - Additional information on English Qualification: TOEIC Score exceeding 800 (or similar level of English ability) or a University Degree earned in an English-speaking country. Proof of qualifications will be required by the time of the job offer. If no evidence is available to prove the qualifications denoted above, taking an IP test, organized by Rakuten, during selection process is required.
