Project Manager - Program Management Section, Global Ad Technology Supervisory Department (GATD)

Job Description: Department Overview The Global Ad Technology Supervisory Department (GATD) manages the whole of the advertising platforms that power Rakuten. We are a cross-functional and data-driven organization working together in a diverse team spread across five countries: Japan, Singapore, India, China and UK. GATD Website: / Position: Why We Hire Rakuten's sustained success and continuous growth mean that our Global Ad Technology Supervisory Department is entering a pivotal phase of expansion. We are strategically scaling our business to meet the increasing demands of the digital advertising landscape and to capitalize on a multitude of new, transformative projects lined up. These initiatives are ambitious, cutting-edge, and require seasoned project leadership to ensure their successful delivery. We are expanding our project management capabilities to strengthen our ability to execute on these critical projects, enhance our operational efficiency, and maintain our leadership in the e-commerce advertising space. This role is key to enabling our continued innovation and growth. Position Details We are seeking a highly experienced and results-oriented Senior Project Manager to lead complex, strategic projects within our Global Ad Technology Supervisory Department. This role is pivotal in driving the end-to-end delivery of key advertising products, platforms, and initiatives that will redefine how brands engage with consumers across Rakuten's global ecosystem. In this role, you will navigate intricate technical and business challenges, orchestrate cross-functional teams distributed across our global locations, and manage diverse stakeholder expectations. Your primary responsibility will be to ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards, while fostering a collaborative and high-performing environment. Specifically, as a Senior Project Manager, you will be responsible for: - Leading the full project lifecycle from initiation and planning through execution, monitoring, control, and closure for complex advertising technology projects. - Defining project scope, objectives, and deliverables in collaboration with product, engineering, business, and other stakeholders. - Developing and managing detailed project plans, including schedules, resource allocation, and risk management strategies for global teams. - Proactively identifying and mitigating risks and issues, implementing effective resolution strategies to keep projects on track. - Facilitating effective communication and collaboration among geographically dispersed, cross-functional teams (e.g., engineering, product, data science, sales, legal). - Providing regular, transparent project status updates to stakeholders at all levels, including senior leadership. - Driving continuous process improvement within project execution and contributing to best practices for the department. To drive these exciting initiatives forward, we are seeking skilled professionals who are passionate about bringing order to complexity and enabling predictable, high-quality project delivery. When you join Rakuten's Global Ad Technology Supervisory Department, you're not just getting a job - you're gaining access to: - The opportunity to lead high-impact, global projects that are shaping the future of e-commerce advertising. - Exposure to cutting-edge ad technology and a vast, data-rich ecosystem. - A collaborative and innovative environment with diverse teams across multiple countries. - Significant potential for career growth within a leading global company that values structured delivery and empowers its project teams. Mandatory Qualifications: - Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Business Administration, or a related technical field. - 7 years of progressive experience in Project Management, with a significant portion managing complex software development or ad technology projects. - Proven track record of successfully delivering large-scale, cross-functional projects on time and within budget. - Strong understanding and practical experience with various project management methodologies (e.g., Agile Scrum/Kanban, Waterfall, Hybrid) and relevant tools (e.g., Jira, Confluence, Asana, Microsoft Project). - Demonstrated ability to manage and motivate distributed, global teams effectively. - Exceptional communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence and build consensus across diverse cultures and seniority levels. - Experience in the AdTech, MarTech, or e-commerce industry is highly preferred. - PMP, CSM, or other relevant project management certifications are a strong plus. - Fluency in English (written and spoken) is required due to the global nature of our teams. If you're ready to lead transformative projects and make a significant impact in a forward-thinking organization that values structured delivery and empowers its project teams, explore our current openings. Let's achieve remarkable results together. #engineer #director #projectmanager #globaladdiv Languages: English (Overall - 4 - Fluent)