Hardware Staff - Procurement Operations Department, Procurement Operations Supervisory Department

Select and negotiate with suppliers for hardware and indirect categories, including telecommunication equipment and maintenance services. Optimize service spend and implement cost-saving initiatives while building relationships with key vendors. Align with internal stakeholders and related departments worldwide to conclude procurement contracts. Manage centralized sourcing across the Rakuten Group, with a focus on telecom business domains like Rakuten Mobile and Rakuten Symphony. Requires 3+ years of procurement experience, Japanese language capability (native or JPLT N1), and business-level English proficiency.