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The Rakuten Group's basic management philosophy is to "empower" people and society through innovation. Rakuten Group offers more than 70 diverse services, including the online shopping mall Rakuten Ichiba, e-commerce services such as the travel booking site Rakuten Travel, financial services such as Rakuten Bank, and professional sports. Our department is currently in a phase of business expansion, and we are seeking a candidate capable of taking a leadership role. We expect the successful candidate to hit the ground running, quickly grasp the overall scope of our operations, and eventually take on responsibilities in team management and leadership.
Business Overview Rakuten Group offers over 70 services across a wide range of fields, including e-commerce, travel, and digital content, as well as fintech services such as credit cards, banking, securities, e-money, and mobile payments, and mobile services like its telecommunications carrier business, both domestically and internationally. By organically linking these services around the Rakuten membership program, the company has created a unique "Rakuten Ecosystem" that stands apart from competitors. The Advertising & Media Company is gaining attention as Rakuten Group's fourth growth pillar, providing marketing solutions centered on digital advertising. Department Overview Our Mission The Ad & Media Company is in the expansion phase of its business. Our Corporate Planning Department works daily with the management team led by the Company President to achieve this growth. Our primary responsibilities include formulating, executing, and managing the progress of corporate strategies. Through market and competitor analysis, deep insights into market and internal environments, and hypothesis development, we aim to build an optimal business portfolio and support management to maximize each business’s performance, thereby contributing to the company’s growth. Businesses that comprise the Ad & Media Company In addition to the internet advertising business "Rakuten Marketing/LinkShare," the marketing research business "Rakuten Insight," and the marketing solutions business "Rakuten Data Marketing," we have a vision to create new business models leveraging synergies with the "Rakuten Ecosystem" by fully utilizing assets such as "Rakuten Membership," "Rakuten Points," "brand power," and "member data" across more than 70 services, becoming the unparalleled marketing partner for our client companies. Position: Why We Hire Experience and appeal you can gain in this position Management accounting in our department is not just a back-office function that controls budgets and compiles past figures. In a rapidly changing market environment, we work alongside the management team to logically validate the "winning hypothesis (strategy)" and act as partners in driving business growth. The appeal of this role lies in standing shoulder-to-shoulder with business leaders and leading the maximization of business value. - Experience the dynamism of business growth In Rakuten Group's advertising-related business, which continues to grow as the "fourth pillar," you will work as a core member of corporate planning, directly contributing to business growth in a highly challenging environment. - The thrill of working alongside the management team Deep involvement in business decision-making through proposals to the management team, creating materials for top management, and planning/operating projects. You will hone a management perspective and develop the ability to oversee the entire business. Working closely with the management team daily sharpens your strategic vision, hypothesis-driven thinking, and logical reasoning. - Opportunities to thrive in a global environment With opportunities to present management reports in English and engage in overseas market-related tasks, you can cultivate an international business mindset. - Career advancement potential As the business is in an expansion phase, you can grow with the organization and aim for future management positions. Position Details Main Responsibilities You will drive business growth through a wide range of tasks to achieve business strategy goals. - Lead budget planning Through budget planning, you will design the future of the business. *Budget planning is carried out in collaboration with the sister organization, the Corporate Planning Team, as one team. - Business performance management (=P/L management) By updating performance data (P/L and related metrics) weekly and constantly looking ahead, you will explore strategic actions daily and enable data-driven decision-making. - Management analysis and recommendations Analyze various management data and market trends, prepare reports, and provide recommendations to the management team. - Strategic initiative support Support the execution of business strategy by coordinating initiatives, collaborating with departments, and managing progress. - AI-driven operational efficiency Incorporate Rakuten Group's company-wide AI-nization initiative into daily work to pursue efficient and high-precision outputs. Work Environment The Finance (Management Accounting) team consists of five members, including the manager, and works closely on a daily basis with the sister organization, the Corporate Planning team (three members, including the manager). Together, they operate as a "one team" of eight members. All members joined Rakuten as mid-career hires with diverse backgrounds (previous employers include manufacturers, the food and beverage industry, trading companies, government agencies, and consulting firms). Background of Mid-career Employees Diverse backgrounds Our team consists of members with diverse careers, including those from operating companies, consulting firms, former government officials, and holders of overseas MBAs. The team is composed exclusively of mid-career hires, fostering an environment where different perspectives and experiences are leveraged. Global team The team includes two foreign nationals, allowing us to work in a multicultural environment. In addition, two other members have overseas living experience. Collaborative structure Strategic planning and financial management work closely together, combining their expertise to collaborate toward the shared goal of the company's sustainable growth. There are numerous opportunities to cross-pollinate specialized areas, expanding individual skills and broadening thinking horizons. Mandatory Qualifications: - Practical experience in corporate planning, FP&A, or management accounting at a business company, or professional experience in finance/strategy at a consulting firm (equivalent to 3+ years) - Willingness to engage in communication necessary for consensus-building among multiple stakeholders - Ability to structurally understand P&L statements - Proficiency in managing/executing multitasking based on priorities - Experience creating reports and materials using PowerPoint in a professional setting - Intermediate Excel skills (ability to use intermediate-level functions to produce outputs with reasonable accuracy) - A strong interest in numerical management based on strategies and business plans. - Japanese: Native level Desired Qualifications: - Advanced analytical skills to deeply understand P&L, BS, and CF statements, break them down, and identify business challenges - Accounting-related qualifications (e.g., Bookkeeping, CPA, USCPA, USCMA) - Experience in applying logical and structured explanation skills in business operations - Experience in presenting and reporting to management decision-makers (proficiency in creating detailed materials with PowerPoint is a plus) - Experience in preparing documents in English Other Information: Additional information on Location Futako Tamagawa Rise Office 2-21-1 Tamagawa, Setagaya-ku, Tokyo Additional information on English Qualification English Requirement: Yes *TOEIC, TOEFL, IELTS, etc. *Details will be provided if you proceed to the selection process.
Rakuten Group's fundamental management philosophy is to 'empower' people and society through innovation. We provide over 70 diverse services, including EC services such as the internet shopping mall 'Rakuten Ichiba' and the travel booking site 'Rakuten Travel,' financial services such as 'Rakuten Bank,' mobile communications, and professional sports. The Commerce & Marketing Company provides various services that make daily life more enjoyable and convenient, focusing on internet services related to shopping, daily living, and leisure. In our EC business, including 'Rakuten Ichiba,' we have built a system that can widely support the opening of stores and sales by overseas businesses. As of September 2025, the number of overseas businesses exceeds 1,000, and the Gross Merchandise Value (GMV) is growing strongly, with a double-digit increase year-on-year. The Commerce Accounting Department is the accounting division of the Commerce & Marketing Company. It is divided into seven sections based on business categories and is responsible for all aspects of financial accounting for each business and subsidiary. In response to various business developments and changes in the business environment, such as new service development and business restructuring, we play a role in representing financial accounting at the forefront of the business. We engage in discussions with business stakeholders and other specialized departments such as Legal, General Affairs, and Marketing to build business processes and develop the business. We are an organization that plays an important role in the operation of businesses with high visibility and significant social impact.
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Ad & Media Company provides a comprehensive suite of advertising and marketing services, including digital advertising, research, and influencer business. Our greatest strength lies in our ability to offer end-to-end solutions—from upstream strategic planning to downstream execution, such as ad operations, performance measurement, and data analysis. Our marketing-related operations encompass a wide range of services, including 'Rakuten Marketing / LinkShare,' which provides full-funnel digital marketing solutions; 'Rakuten Data Marketing,' which leverages Rakuten’s vast proprietary big data; and 'Rakuten Insight,' which offers specialized marketing research services. By joining a core organization within the Rakuten Group, you will be empowered to drive your professional growth and elevate your career to the next level.
At Johnson & Johnson, we believe health is everything. Our strength in healthcare innovation empowers us to build a world where complex diseases are prevented, treated, and cured, where treatments are smarter and less invasive, and solutions are personal. Through our expertise in Innovative Medicine and MedTech, we are uniquely positioned to innovate across the full spectrum of healthcare solutions today to deliver the breakthroughs of tomorrow, and profoundly impact health for humanity.
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Business Overview Rakuten Group, headquartered in Japan, serves approximately 100 million users in Japan and over 1 billion globally. We offer more than 70 services across various fields, including e-commerce, payment services, financial services, telecommunications, media, and sports. The Commerce & Marketing Company primarily provides internet services related to shopping, lifestyle, and leisure, offering a wide array of services that make daily life more enjoyable and convenient. Department Overview Rakuten Mart, Rakuten's warehouse-based online supermarket business, is a new business model that boasts a market reach comparable to major retail chains while enabling agile merchandising (MD) akin to independent local stores. By leveraging the unique characteristics of this business model to develop an innovative product lineup, we aim to revolutionize the domestic food distribution market and realize a more value-added society for both users and producers. Mission of Merchandising (MD) We aim to improve sales and customer satisfaction by enhancing product assortment and quality, and by setting appropriate prices. Rakuten Mart's Service Area and Delivery Methods We cover 12 million target households in the Tokyo metropolitan area and ship from two automated warehouses. By establishing an efficient delivery network using a Hub & Spoke model, we achieve same-day delivery and precise temperature control for products. Furthermore, our state-of-the-art automated warehouses significantly reduce walking time during product retrieval and product verification tasks, enabling highly efficient operations.
At Johnson & Johnson, we believe health is everything. Our strength in healthcare innovation empowers us to build a world where complex diseases are prevented, treated, and cured, where treatments are smarter and less invasive, and solutions are personal. Through our expertise in Innovative Medicine and MedTech, we are uniquely positioned to innovate across the full spectrum of healthcare solutions today to deliver the breakthroughs of tomorrow, and profoundly impact health for humanity.
Business Overview Rakuten Group offers innovative services in the telecommunications and IT industries, aiming for growth in the global market. Rakuten Mobile, a core business of Rakuten Group, provides mobile communication services and related solutions for corporate clients. Department Overview This position is within the Device Sales Promotion Team of the Device Services Group and is responsible for selling communication equipment, IT solutions, cloud services, and more. "We are also focusing on increasing ARPU, and as the department responsible for this, we combine a variety of solutions, including devices, cloud, and security, to contribute to solving our customers' business challenges. By proposing optimal solutions tailored to customer needs, we aim to improve customer satisfaction and expand our business." Position: Why We Hire Due to the increase in large-scale corporate projects, we are looking for a Project Manager who can lead the entire process from device procurement to operational structuring. We are seeking a "proactive PM" who can collaborate with sales teams and leverage mobile solution expertise to consult on and drive complex projects to success. Position Details - Project Management: Leading large-scale corporate projects from requirement definition to device procurement, kitting, and operational setup to ensure successful delivery. - Solution Optimization: Formulating and proposing optimal configurations for mobile and peripheral solutions in collaboration with sales teams. - Stakeholder Management: Leading coordination with internal and external stakeholders to reach agreements on pricing and contract terms for complex projects. - Sales Consulting: Providing technical support and specialized expertise to sales teams to facilitate successful solution proposals. - Operational Improvement: Streamlining complex operations and driving the standardization and efficiency of workflows through project execution. Work Environment You will have the opportunity to work in a dynamically expanding organization, collaborating with global teams both inside and outside the company. We foster an environment where you can stay on top of the latest market trends while leveraging AI and other technologies to gather information, conduct analysis, and turn your ideas into reality with speed and efficiency. Our team consists of professionals from diverse backgrounds, including those from global IT companies and manufacturing firms, beyond just the telecommunications sector. We have a wide range of age groups and experience levels, with each member focused on their own mission, working together to drive a variety of projects centered around mobile technology.