Group Manager - Data Center Strategy Office, Infrastructure Services Department (INSD)
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The Technology Platforms Division (TPD) drives the growth of Rakuten's ecosystem by delivering innovative, high-quality technology platforms characterized by integrated control and strategic partnerships.
Within TPD, the Cloud Platform Supervisory Department (CPSD) develops and manages Rakuten's state-of-the-art cloud platform, empowering global scalability and accelerating innovation across its diverse business units.
The Infrastructure Services Department (INSD) at Rakuten delivers high-quality data center and network services to all Rakuten Group companies globally. We empower Rakuten's innovation with a stable, high-performing, secure, and cost-competitive infrastructure. By proactively addressing challenges and ensuring Rakuten has the infrastructure services it needs to thrive, we enable global business success.
The Rakuten Group continues to expand its business, and the data center infrastructure supporting it is evolving rapidly with growing demands for AI/GPU workloads, renewable energy transitions, and increasingly dynamic market conditions. We are looking for a Group Manager who can drive the strategic and business planning functions within the Data Center Strategy Office, supporting the Office Manager in executing the data center growth strategy while leading and developing a high-performing team.
The Group Manager of Data Center Strategy Group is responsible for formulating, driving, and managing the data center business strategy and execution plans, while leading and developing the team members. This role requires deep expertise in business strategy, financial planning, and market analysis, as well as strong collaboration with internal stakeholders and external partners to maximize business performance.
1. Development and management of data center business strategy
Develop and drive mid-to-long term growth strategies for the data center business
Lead business model reviews and feasibility studies to support strategic decision-making
Develop and implement strategies for AI/GPU-ready infrastructure capacity in response to evolving market demands
Lead Green/Renewable Energy (RE) strategy and sustainability initiatives
Conduct continuous monitoring of competitors and market trends, and report insights to senior management
Support the Office Manager in developing the overall vision and policies for the data center
2. Business planning and P&L management
Develop and manage annual and mid-term business plans to maximize business performance
Own and manage P&L for the data center business, ensuring financial targets are met
Develop and manage pricing strategies to maintain competitiveness and profitability
Conduct market analysis and benchmarking to inform pricing and investment decisions
3. Demand and inventory planning and management
Develop and manage demand forecasting models to support capacity planning
Manage inventory planning and allocation to optimize utilization and minimize risk
Coordinate with internal stakeholders to align supply and demand plans
4. Partner and customer contract management
Negotiate and manage contract terms and conditions with key partners and customers
Develop and manage frameworks for colocation and service level agreements
Ensure contract compliance and manage renewals and renegotiations
Participate in vendor and partner selection processes, including management of RFP/RFI activities
5. Team leadership and development
Lead, manage, and develop Group members to build a high-performing team
Set clear goals and KPIs for the team and monitor progress
Foster a collaborative and innovative team culture aligned with the organization's mission and vision
Collaborate with new data center opening and expansion projects to ensure strategic alignment
Drive cross-functional collaboration with internal stakeholders including General Affairs, Legal, Procurement, and Finance departments
Minimum of 3 years of experience in management within high-transformation or high-uncertainty environments, and in team building during organizational launch or expansion phases
Proven track record in business planning, P&L management, and financial analysis
Experience in demand/supply planning and inventory management
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to translate complex data into actionable strategies
Excellent presentation and communication skills for engaging executives and senior stakeholders
Fluent in Japanese and English
Experience in AI/GPU infrastructure planning or cloud services (IaaS, PaaS, SaaS)
Knowledge of green energy and renewable energy initiatives in the data center industry
Experience in colocation procurement and contract negotiation
Knowledge of regulations and laws related to data centers
Data center design and operation experience
Global team management experience
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English (総合 - 3 - 上級), Japanese (総合 - 3 - 上級)