Direct Procurement

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Job details

Company overview

A leading manufacturer with a broad portfolio spanning from Electronic goods to textiles and medical devices.

Responsibilities

Main responsibilities:

• Drive procurement metrics and targets in alignment with business strategy
• Participates as full partner on the Op Co Supply Chain leadership team to fully understand the business strategy and to bring the external marketplace dynamics into the strategy and planning process.
• Manage contracts and relationship with strategic suppliers for Clean Energy and key Enterprise suppliers in the Japan region working across operating companies.
• Develop a high performing team with the appropriate skills, knowledge, and bench strength to drive functional excellence and deliver on the long-term needs of the business.
• Provide leadership for the procurement team which includes driving the performance management, talent planning and compensation processes.
• Develop the overall vision, strategy and objectives for the Procurement function and ensure effective execution of the strategy.
• Understand external industry trends, the competitive environment, and our internal performance to align and continuously improve the sourcing strategy.
• Develop strategic relationships with key suppliers and engage them in strategic supplier management for value creation and innovation.
• Work with the Procurement team to evaluate the external market and develop strategies to mitigate risk and guarantee supply continuity.

Requirements

Minimum requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Business (or equivalent)
• 12+ years of Procurement experience in a global manufacturing environments or related experience
• 6+ years of experience leading and developing people with proven performance management skills
• Experience negotiating complex contracts with suppliers
• Demonstrated ability to develop and execute a global procurement strategy that delivers business results
• Strong negotiation skills with a proven track record of achieving desired business outcomes

Salary

8 - 15 million yen

Location

Tokyo