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Job ID : 1507161 Date Updated : December 2nd, 2024
Full Remote Indirect Procurement Manager

Indirect Procurement Manager

Location Tokyo - 23 Wards
Job Type Permanent Full-time
Salary 9 million yen ~ 11 million yen

Work Style

Remote Work and WFH

Job Description

This position is responsible for managing indirect procurement spend within the Japan market, with a primary focus on strategic sourcing and driving procurement centralisation initiatives. Category coverage: logistics services, outsourcing, real estate, communication services, IT, car leasing, MRO, travel, facility management services, financial services, energy, etc.

Client Details

A renowned leader in the vertical transportation industry in Japan, this organization is celebrated for its cutting-edge innovation, exceptional engineering, and commitment to safety. With a focus on enhancing urban mobility and sustainability, it has been instrumental in shaping modern infrastructure solutions that prioritize efficiency and customer satisfaction.

Description

  • Develop and implement procurement strategies for indirect purchasing, focusing on cost optimization and supply risk management, informed by detailed spend analysis.
  • Lead strategic initiatives and projects to advance procurement objectives and organizational goals.
  • Conduct negotiations on pricing and business terms with vendors to secure optimal agreements.
  • Perform cost analysis and validate pricing to ensure alignment with budgetary and market benchmarks.
  • Propose and execute process improvement plans, driving efficiency and continuous enhancement in procurement operations.

Job Offer

  • Full remote working
  • Opportunity to drive the change and be part of transformation
  • Career path to Senior Manager

To apply online please click the 'Apply' button below. For a confidential discussion about this role please contact Maria Kosareva.

General Requirements

Minimum Experience Level No experience
Career Level Mid Career
Minimum English Level Business Level
Minimum Japanese Level Fluent
Minimum Education Level Bachelor's Degree
Visa Status Permission to work in Japan required

Required Skills

  • Proven experience in indirect purchasing and procurement management.
  • Strong ability to think strategically and develop approaches based on detailed spend and cost analysis.
  • Proficiency in business-level English and fluency in Japanese.

*Must currently reside in Japan with a valid working visa.

Job Location

  • Tokyo - 23 Wards

Work Conditions

Job Type Permanent Full-time
Salary 9 million yen ~ 11 million yen
Industry Machinery

Job Category

  • Logistics and Supply Chain Management > Purchasing, Procurement