Business Planning Analyst

Job Description:

Rakuten Travel is one of the leading online travel agencies in Japan. Since 2001, the service offers Japan’s broadest selection of local travel accommodation listings. With 20 offices in 14 countries and regions, Rakuten Travel is rapidly expanding its international operations and is viewable in 7 languages (English, Japanese, French, Chinese (simplified and traditional), Korean, Thai and Bahasa Indonesian). It is part of the Rakuten group which operates more than 70 businesses span e-commerce, digital content, communications and fintech with almost 1.3 billion members across the world.

The Business Planning Analyst at Rakuten Travel supports the growth of the Global Travel business by providing financial planning, analysis, and strategic insights. This role partners with management and regional teams to drive topline growth, optimize business performance, and support decision-making through data-driven reporting, forecasting, and market analysis across international markets.

Responsibilities:

• Prepare weekly and monthly management reports for the Global Travel team
• Develop and maintain budgets and forecasts to support business planning
• Conduct financial analysis of global business performance across countries and channels
• Partner with country managers to support market growth, identify risks, and uncover opportunities
• Drive the agenda and coordination for monthly reviews and Quarterly Business Review (QBR) meetings

Requirements:

• 2–4 years of experience in strategic planning, consulting, or a similar analytical role
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• Japanese language proficiency is required to effectively communicate with Japan-based stakeholders and partners as part of the role.

Rakuten is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications regardless of sex, marital status, ethnic origin, sexual orientation, religious belief or age.