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Project Manager - Payment & Retail Solutions

Tokyo 外資系企業 ¥5,000,000 - ¥85,000,000 per year Foreign Multinational Work from Home or Hybrid View Job Description
As an IT Project Manager, you'll drive system integration projects for Japan's top retailers. This role includes managing and supporting project full-lifecycle, coordinating with vendors, and contributing to the planning and rollout of new payment-related services.
  • Digital payment innovations used by millions across Japan's top retailers
  • Flexible and cooperative working environment

About Our Client

Our client is the Japanese subsidiary of a U.S.-based leader in digital payments and stored-value technology. The company supports over 65,000 retail outlets in Japan by providing end-to-end solutions for prepaid cards, QR code payments, and coupon systems. Backed by robust API development and strong retail partnerships, the company continues to innovate how digital payments are delivered and scaled.

Job Description

  • Manage retail integration projects for payment and digital marketing platforms
  • Collaborate with QA teams to validate POS feature delivery and functionality
  • Act as the main point of contact for system improvement/change rollouts
  • Liaise with sales and planning teams to translate business needs into system requirements
  • Coordinate with U.S. headquarters and overseas tech teams as needed



The Successful Applicant

Must-Have

  • 1+ year experience in IT project management (junior~mid level)
  • Experience communicating with clients and proposing tech solutions
  • Fluent in Japanese
  • Business-level English preferred
  • Strong communication and team collaboration skills



Nice-to-Have

  • Familiarity with cloud environments (especially AWS)
  • Background in payments, POS systems, or mobile app development

What's on Offer

  • Hybrid: 4 days/week in Shinjuku office, 1 day remote
  • Culture: Energetic, proactive team players thrive here
  • Language: Japanese required; English a plus for global meetings
  • Others: Great opportunity for candidates ready to step into a client-facing, high-impact role



Contact
Mana Chuabang
Quote job ref
JN-042025-6719119
Phone number
+81 3 6627 6080

Job summary

Function
IT
Specialisation
Project Management
Specialisation
Technology & Telecoms
Location
Tokyo
Job Type
Permanent
Consultant name
Mana Chuabang
Consultant phone
+81 3 6627 6080
Job Reference
JN-042025-6719119
Company Type
Foreign Multinational
Work from Home
Work from Home or Hybrid

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.