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Updated 2024-05-01
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Purchasing Category Manager - Industrial Company - Tokyo

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This posting is managed by: Michael Page International Japan K.K./マイケル・ペイジ・インターナショナル・ジャパン株式会社
Company Name Company is not publicly visible
Job Type
Michael Page International Japan K.K./マイケル・ペイジ・インターナショナル・ジャパン株式会社
Logistics/Retail/Consumer/Fashion - Buyer/Merchandiser
Manufacturing (Automobile/Plant Engineering/Precision Equipment) - Other
Industry Machinery Manufacturer
Location Asia Japan Tokyo

Job Description * Category management of corporate function to align business needs with savings targets
* Execute end-to-end procurement activities from supplier sourcing to contract negotiation


Description

* Partner with local stakeholders to understand category needs of business units
* Conduct market research to benchmark suppliers and investigate potential areas for savings
* Initiate RFQs, evaluate suppliers, negotiate pricing and contract terms
* Ensure compliance against company's purchasing policies when it comes to purchasing activities, purchase order approvals, vendor information, etc.
* Participate in projects related to facilities and construction by supporting business units from procurement perspective


Profile

* Minimum 5 years of direct or indirect purchasing experience
* Experience sourcing and negotiating contracts with suppliers
* People management or team lead experience preferred
* Experience working in a manufacturing company required
* Fluent Japanese skills required and business level English skills preferred
* Must be a resident of Japan and/or must hold a valid working visa for Japan


Job Offer

* Global company that specializes in environmental services and sustainability
* Opportunity to work as part of a multicultural team
* Opportunity to manage multiple categories in indirect procurement
* Opportunity to handle end-to-end procurement
* Leadership role - can enhance leadership skills
* Competitive salary package and benefits
* Hybrid remote work system available


To apply online please click the 'Apply' button below. For a confidential discussion about this role please contact Fabiel Jean-Philippe on +813 6832 8959.
Company Info Our client is a company that provides industrial services to create a more sustainable environment. Their services are offered to both the public and private sector and can be classified into 3 main areas: water, waste, and energy management. The company's history dates back 150 years and they are now a publicly listed company. The Japan office was established over 20 years ago and now has over 3,000 employees. Their Japan office is based in central Tokyo.
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Requirements
Minimum 5 years of direct or indirect purchasing experience
Experience sourcing and negotiating contracts with suppliers
People management or team lead experience preferred
Experience working in a manufacturing company required
Fluent Japanese skills required and business level English skills preferred
Must be a resident of Japan and/or must hold a valid working visa for Japan
English Level Business Conversation Level (TOEIC 735-860)
Japanese Level Fluent(JLPT Level 1 or N1)
Salary JPY - Japanese Yen JPY 7000K - JPY 9000K   
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