Product Manager, AI Agent & Avatar - AI Strategy Office (AISO)

Job Description:

Business Overview

The AI & Data Division plays a critical role in driving the strategic use of AI and data across the organization. As a central hub for AI and data initiatives, the AI & Data Division ensures alignment with corporate objectives and maximizes the value of data-driven decision-making.

　

Department Overview

The AI Strategy Office (AISO), directly under the Chief AI and Data Officer (CAIDO), is responsible for the planning and execution of AI strategies. Its main roles include researching market insights, promoting AI products, and fostering cross-organizational collaboration.

We are looking for individuals who approach their work with the following attitudes.

Open Mind: Willingness to listen to and actively incorporate others' opinions

Forward Looking: An attitude of considering what needs to be done to move forward

Take Action: A proactive approach to problem-solving by taking initiative

Position:

Position Details

You will lead the planning and promotion of Rakuten's AI-related products, driving business growth. (AI Avatar, AI Seminar, AI Agent Services etc.)

- Product planning, conceptualization, and strategy development

- Market research, user needs analysis, and competitor analysis

- Requirement definition and specification development in collaboration with development teams and designers

- Project management (managing schedule, resources, and quality)

- Planning and executing post-release product improvements and growth strategies

- Coordination and negotiation with related departments and stakeholders

- KPI design, data-driven improvements, and execution

　

Mandatory Qualifications:

- Experience in product management or project management (3+ years)

- Deep knowledge related to AI

- Logical thinking skills and problem-solving abilities

- Ability to communicate smoothly with internal and external stakeholders

- Ability to make decisions based on data and user feedback

- Japanese: Native level, English: Business level (TOEIC 800+)

　

Desired Qualifications:

- Work experience in the AI or telecommunications industry

- Experience in planning and developing IT/web services

- Knowledge and practical experience in Agile development or Scrum

- Knowledge of product growth and marketing

- Experience in planning and developing seminar or event platforms, or educational services

- Experience in event planning and day-of operations

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Languages:

English (Overall - 3 - Advanced), Japanese (Overall - 4 - Fluent)