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IT Project Manager

Rakuten Group, Inc.

Tokyo, Japan
Full-time
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Job description

Rakuten Group, Inc. is hiring a IT Project Manager — a full-time, based in Tokyo, Japan role. Apply directly on Rakuten Group, Inc.'s careers page below.

IT Project Manager - Customer Service Development Department, Product Development Division, Rakuten Payment, Inc.(Secondment)

Location: Tokyo, Japan

Time Type: Full time

Job Description

Job Description:

Designs, develops and manages activities for a specific product or group of products from product definition and planning through production, release, and end of life. Serves as the central resource with design, process, manufacturing, test, quality and marketing as the product(s) move to production and distribution. Involvement lasts throughout all stages of a product’s lifecycle including modifications, upgrades and maintenance of the product or product line.

  • Collaboration & Interaction: Networks with key contacts outside own area of expertise. Adapts style and uses persuasion in delivering messages that relate to the wider firm business. Frequently advises others on complex matters. May be accountable through team for delivery of tactical business targets.

  • Complexity & Problem Solving: Understands and works on complex issues where analysis of situations or data requires an in-depth evaluation of variable factors. Determines methods and procedures on new assignments. Exercises judgment in selecting methods, evaluating, adapting of complex techniques and evaluation criteria for obtaining results. Work is reviewed upon completion and is consistent with departmental objectives.

  • Knowledge & Application: Exhibits advanced wide-ranging experience, using in-depth professional knowledge, acumen, concepts and company objectives to develop, resolve complex models and procedures. Provides solutions to issues in creative and effective ways. Understands the interrelationships of different disciplines. Directs the application of existing principles and guides development of new policies and ideas.

  • Typical Degree & Years of Experience: Typically requires a minimum of 8 years of related experience with a Bachelor’s degree; or 6 years and a Master’s degree; or a PhD with 3 years experience; or equivalent experience. Some barriers to entry exist at this level, requiring department review.

Languages:

English (Overall - 1 - Beginner), Japanese (Overall - 4 - Fluent)

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You can view the full description and apply for IT Project Manager at Rakuten Group, Inc. on EchoJobs: https://echojobs.io/job/rakuten-group-inc-it-project-manager-customer-service-development-department-product-development-division-rakuten-payment-inc-secondment-inzoa.