Project Manager, Advertisement Optimization Group - Merchandising and Advertisement Department (MAD)

Job Description:

About Rakuten:

Rakuten is a leading Japanese e-commerce and internet services company that offers a wide range of products and services to customers worldwide. With a strong focus on innovation, Rakuten aims to empower individuals, businesses, and society as a whole through its unique ecosystem of e-commerce, fintech, digital content, and communications services.

Job Description:
As a Project Manager for the Rakuten Advertisement Optimization Group, you will be responsible for managing and optimizing Rakuten's advertising products, ensuring their continued success and growth. You will work closely with cross-functional teams including product management, engineering, sales, and operations to deliver high-quality projects that meet the needs of our customers and drive revenue growth.

Responsibilities:

• Lead cross-functional teams to develop and execute on the product roadmap for Rakuten's advertising products, ensuring alignment with business goals and objectives

• Define project requirements and scope, and develop project plans that ensure successful delivery of projects on time and within budget

• Manage internal and external communication during system incidents.

• Partner with engineering teams to ensure technical feasibility and timely delivery of projects

• Drive user research and market analysis to identify customer needs and inform product development decisions

• Develop and maintain strong relationships with customers, sales teams, and other stakeholders to ensure alignment and understanding of product strategy and roadmap

• Manage project risks and issues, and develop mitigation plans as needed

• Communicate project status and progress to stakeholders at all levels, including senior leadership

• Drive continuous improvement in product development processes and practices

• Identify opportunities for product optimization and improvement based on market trends, customer feedback, and internal data analysis

Mandatory Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field

• 3+ years of experience in program or project management, with a focus on software development or technology projects

• Proven track record of successfully managing complex, cross-functional projects

• Strong leadership and communication skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate with stakeholders at all levels

• Experience with agile development methodologies and tools

• Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and manage multiple projects simultaneously

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills, with the ability to balance multiple priorities and stakeholders

• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate effectively with diverse teams and stakeholders

• Experience with agile development methodologies, tools, and processes

• Proficiency in project management tools such as JIRA, Confluence, and Microsoft PowerPoint

• Fluency in English, with excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Fluency in Japanese, with excellent written and verbal communication skills

Preferred qualifications:

• Experience in the online advertising industry or related field

• Advanced degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field

• PMP or other project management certification

At Rakuten, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected. We believe that diversity drives innovation and creativity, and we welcome candidates from all backgrounds to apply for this position.

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