Indirect Procurement Buyer

Procurement – Motorcycles & Power Products|Procurement (Four-Wheel Field)

As an automobile manufacturer that continues to evolve to provide joy to more people 10 years from now, 20 years from now, and beyond, we have been and will continue to take on the challenge of creating new value that is not bound by existing frameworks so that customers around the world can be happy.
The company, which has provided a variety of products loved by many customers based on its solid technical capabilities, is looking for colleagues to integrate with the ICT society and create new services.


This is an open position in purchasing and procurement at Tochigi Jobs, which will be responsible for the future of the four-wheeled business. We will be happy to see your extensive experience and suggest possible positions.

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Resin, Rubber & Mechatronic Purchasing Staff

A German-based automotive parts manufacturer and one of the largest automotive suppliers in the world.
As a manufacturer of components and systems for combustion engines and their peripherals, we are one of the world's three largest systems suppliers in the areas of engine systems and components, filtration and engine peripherals, thermal management, electronics and mechatronics, and the aftermarket.

You will be responsible for achieving purchasing targets for production materials in Japan and will be responsible for regional responsibility for performing operations based on goals and budgets that are in line with the company's overall strategy.

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Indirect Procurement Segment Leader (Logistics, Travel & Events)

Their experienced team specializes in designing, producing, and selling components, integrated systems, modules, and services to automakers and the aftermarket. With more than 100,000 employees across more than 30 countries, the With more than 100,000 employees across more than 30 countries, the company operates almost 200 plants, 20 research centers, 39 development centers with reported sales of €19.1 billion.

The company offers a broad range of smart sensors and features that enhance vehicle safety and comfort, including automated parking systems and advanced driving assistance technologies.

As a leader in the indirect purchasing area, you will be in charge of each business site (head office, factory, R&D, etc.) in Kanagawa Prefecture across the board. Although it is not a procurement that is directly related to "product costs" like direct purchasing, the essence of indirect purchasing is to optimize areas that are essential for running the company, such as temporary staffing, IT, equipment, and event management.
We will lead the optimal decision-making from the perspective of QCD (Quality, Cost, and Delivery) while coordinating with internal stakeholders, suppliers, and overseas head office purchasing for purchasing projects brought in from each business site. It is not just a "person in charge of obtaining quotations and ordering", but a purchasing leader position with a strong consulting color, responsible for designing purchasing strategies, building a competitive environment, negotiations, and governance.

This position is for a Segment Leader in Indirect Purchasing, responsible for overseeing indirect purchasing activities across each sites in Kanagawa Prefecture, including the headquarters, factories, and R&D facilities. Unlike direct purchasing, which directly affects product costs, indirect purchasing focuses on optimizing areas essential for smooth company operations, such as temporary staffing, IT, equipment, and event management.

In this role, you will:
・Lead decision-making on purchasing requests from various sites
・Collaborate with internal stakeholders, suppliers, and headquarters
・Optimize decisions based on QCD (Quality / Cost / Delivery) considerations

This is not simply a role for obtaining quotes and issuing orders; it is a strategic purchasing leadership position with strong consulting aspects, including designing procurement strategies, building competitive environments, negotiations, and governance.

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Supplier Parts Procurement & Cost Evaluation Specialist|Parts Procurement & Cost Assessment for Stable Procurement of Foreign Parts

As an automobile manufacturer that continues to evolve to provide joy to more people 10 years from now, 20 years from now, and beyond, we have been and will continue to take on the challenge of creating new value that is not bound by existing frameworks so that customers around the world can be happy.
The company, which has provided a variety of products loved by many customers based on its solid technical capabilities, is looking for colleagues to integrate with the ICT society and create new services.


This position is responsible for the total cost management of parts from the development stage of new models to mass production and the end of production. In cooperation with business partners and a wide range of departments such as internal design, factory, and quality assurance departments, we will assess the appropriate price of parts, approve capital investment (molds, jigs, etc.), and promote continuous cost reduction activities.

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Buyer

The company is the Japanese subsidiary of a semiconductor equipment manufacturer founded in the USA.
It is among the world's top in revenue, scale, and market share.
Their environment offers opportunities to experience technological innovation, cutting-edge customer demands, problem-solving, and contributing to customer success. Their environment offers opportunities to experience technological innovation, cutting-edge customer demands, problem-solving, and contributing to customer success.
Ranked No. 1 in global semiconductor equipment sales in 2022, it provides a chance to leverage skills in a growing industry with the market leader.

This role focuses on managing repairs of installed equipment rather than general purchasing, working closely with suppliers producing equipment parts and related components. The position oversees the end-to-end repair process, including logistics coordination, scheduling, pricing validation, supplier capacity management, and delivery coordination in collaboration with global logistics and internal stakeholders.
The role requires close cooperation with overseas teams, suppliers, engineers, and supply chain functions, strong supplier relationship management, and business-level English due to frequent international communication. Products handled include various equipment components such as power supplies, pumps, heaters, and chamber-related parts.

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Strategic Procurement Specialist

This company aims to provide new mobility solutions by leveraging expertise from both the automotive and electronics industries. electrification, connected technologies, autonomous driving, and the integration of entertainment, it strives to lead the next-generation luxury car market.

Since its establishment, the company has pursued technological innovation and the enhancement of customer experiences, delivering unique services and products globally. Through the development of high-performance EVs, it also contributes to reducing environmental impact and achieving a sustainable society.

You will be entrusted with a wide range of tasks including planning and formulation of our procurement strategy, development and prototype purchasing, and selection and management of business partners.
We are in the phase of concurrently executing the launch of our own procurement function, introduction of the first model to the market, and enhancement of competitiveness/preparation for the development of next-generation models, and as procurement experts, you will be responsible for a wide range of tasks from planning areas to buyers. You will be involved in a wide range of tasks from planning to buying as a procurement expert.

While you will first demonstrate your expertise in the procurement area, in the future, depending on your experience, you may be involved in the optimization of the entire supply chain, starting with procurement, or in conceptual studies.

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Seating Material Planner

A French automotive technology leader specializing in interior systems, sustainable mobility, and advanced driver-assistance systems (ADAS), offering innovative solutions to enhance vehicle efficiency, safety, and user experience. With a focus on areas like seating, interior components, and zero-emissions technologies, they partner with global automakers to drive advancements in sustainable and connected automotive systems. With a focus on areas like seating, interior components, and zero-emissions technologies, they partner with global automakers to drive advancements in sustainable and connected automotive systems.

This role plays a key part in procurement planning, supplier performance management, and logistics coordination to support efficient production operations. This role plays a key part in procurement planning, supplier performance management, and logistics coordination to support efficient production.

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Procurement - Body parts for vehicle

As an automobile manufacturer that continues to evolve to provide "joy" to more and more people 10 years, 20 years, and beyond, we have been and will continue to challenge to create new value, not bound by existing frameworks, to satisfy our customers around the world.
The company, which has been providing multiple products loved by many customers based on its solid technical capabilities, is looking for a colleague to fuse with the ICT society and create new services.


This position is responsible for procurement strategies in the light vehicle area. You will lead the development of light vehicles that combine high product quality and business feasibility from the purchasing area while co-creating with suppliers, focusing on the establishment and execution of procurement strategies for the vehicle body area, including interior/exterior, electrical components, body frame, and visual components.

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Procurement manager

Since its establishment, the company has expanded its business in several fields such as electronic components, semiconductor-related products, and LED lighting, based on its core proprietary ceramic material technology. In particular, we have one of the largest global market shares in ceramic substrates with high thermal conductivity, and have achieved stable business growth against the backdrop of growth in the AI data center and electric vehicle markets. We continue to provide differentiated products to the global market on the strength of our manufacturing technology and quality assurance system, which are difficult for our competitors to replicate.

We also focus on making it easy for employees to work, and have established a free time system, a company dormitory system, and a stock ownership plan. In recent years, the company has ranked high in the rankings of listed companies and is also attracting attention as a company with "high hourly wages and little overtime work. Backed by a stable management base and technological capabilities, this company offers a work environment conducive to long-term career development.

You will be in charge of creating a procurement structure.

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