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JOB ID 24854
Purchasing Specialist | Buyer
- Manufacturer, Automotive Parts
- Supply Chain Management, Purchasing
- Kanagawa
- ¥5,000,000~¥7,000,000
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.
This position focuses on managing the procurement and purchasing activities for automotive components such as dampers, torque converters, and The role involves supplier selection, cost negotiations, and cross-functional collaboration to enhance supplier relationships and ensure cost efficiency while adhering to company standards. The role involves supplier selection, cost negotiations, and cross-functional collaboration to enhance supplier relationships and ensure cost efficiency while adhering to company standards.
Job Description
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- Responsibilities
- Identify and select suppliers for various projects, negotiating pricing and contracts.
Lead cost-reduction initiatives and manage supplier agreements.
Build and maintain strong supplier relationships, ensuring compliance with environmental standards.
Coordinate with internal teams and global affiliates to optimize procurement processes.
Develop and implement sourcing strategies for new suppliers.
Prepare and submit product samples for testing and drive improvements in product competitiveness.
Define material productivity goals and logistics plans in collaboration with relevant departments.
Monitor and enforce supplier integration standards and purchasing procedures.
Assist in preparing and managing site budgets in collaboration with the purchasing manager.
Oversee adherence to logistics protocols for purchased components.
Meet established KPIs related to procurement performance, supplier rationalization, and quality management.
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- Requirements
- At least 3 years of experience in procurement and purchasing within a manufacturing environment.
Strong problem-solving and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across teams.
Proficiency in Japanese at a business level (both written and spoken).
Intermediate English Proficiency in Japanese at a business level (both written and spoken).
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- Preferred
- Experience in sourcing steel-related products.
Previous procurement experience in the automotive industry.
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- Location
- Kanagawa
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- Work Style
- Remote working possible, Flex working possible
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- Salary
- ¥5,000,000~¥7,000,000
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- Attractive
Points - Foreign capital company, Weekends and holidays off, Make use of languages, Global Mobility, Major corporation
- Attractive
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