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Project Manager at a Global E-Commerce *Japanese Not Required*

Tokyo 23 Wards 日系企業 ¥6,000,000 - ¥8,000,000 per year Foreign Multinational View Job Description
In this role, you will manage project planning, tracking, and risk management, while communicating with internal stakeholders to ensure project success and overseeing product maintenance and growth. Additionally, you will handle billing reports, server resource allocation, KPI reporting, budget planning, and various non-engineering tasks, including user inquiries and operational support.
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  • Innovative and Tech-Driven Environment
  • Global Exposure and Growth

About Our Client

The company is a global e-commerce leader, offering services in online shopping, digital content, financial services, and telecommunications. It operates a major marketplace in Japan and has expanded internationally, focusing on technology-driven solutions. Known for integrating loyalty programs and advanced tech like AI and blockchain, it enhances customer experience and business operations.

Job Description

  • Manage task, project, and product planning, progress tracking, and risk management.
  • Develop medium- to long-term project plans for products and support release/operation approvals.
  • Communicate with other departments and internal stakeholders to ensure project success.
  • Manage product backlogs and oversee tasks required for product maintenance and growth.
  • Prepare monthly billing reports and investigate user inquiries related to service charges.
  • Adjust and allocate server resources based on user demand forecasts and priorities.
  • Create sales, cost, and profit KPI reports, and assist in budget planning for the group.
  • Handle miscellaneous non-engineering tasks, including user inquiries, surveys, and managing operational tasks.

The Successful Applicant

  • Career Growth: Eager to learn, grow, and advance in a leading international e-commerce company.
  • Proactivity: Takes ownership of tasks, thinks ahead, and adapts quickly in a fast-paced environment.
  • Project Management: Knowledge of SDLC and experience with Scrum or Waterfall methodologies, with the ability to meet deadlines as part of a team.
  • Technical Skills: Experience in web/cloud/Linux development or project management in related fields.
  • Meeting Leadership: Capable of leading meetings in English, taking minutes, and guiding discussions with clarity.
  • Process Improvement: Understands existing processes and proposes new systems to improve team performance.
  • PC and Excel Skills: Proficient in using keyboard shortcuts and advanced Excel functions (SUMIFS, XLOOKUP, Pivot Tables, Spill functions). Basic PowerPoint skills for creating slides with charts and tables.
  • Programming: Basic programming experience in Python, Shell, or similar languages. A degree in Computer Science is a plus.
  • Language Skills: Fluent in English; Japanese is NOT required.

What's on Offer

  • Flexible work from home scheme (once a week, telework)
  • Multi-cultural working environment
  • Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner provided in the office
  • Snacks, drinks are free
  • Salons and clinics - used with discou
Contact
Tai Oyamada
Quote job ref
JN-112024-6590703
Phone number
+813 6832 8665

Job summary

Function
IT
Specialisation
Project Management
What is your area of specialisation?
Technology & Telecoms
Location
Tokyo 23 Wards
Job Type
Temporary
Consultant name
Tai Oyamada
Consultant phone
+813 6832 8665
Job Reference
JN-112024-6590703
Company Type
Foreign Multinational

Diversity & Inclusion at Michael Page

We don't just accept difference - we celebrate it. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply for this role and are committed to building inclusive, diverse workplaces where everyone can thrive. If you require any support or reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know.