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Supply Chain Strategic Buyer

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Randstad

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Location:
Japan, Tokyo

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Category:
Purchasing

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Contract Type:
Not provided

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Salary:

8500000.00 - 10000000.00 JPY / Year

Job Description:

Lead and develop strategic sourcing initiatives for a dynamic global medical device company. Join a collaborative and supportive team and make a real impact on the supply chain. Remote work twice a week.

Job Responsibility:

  • Lead and develop strategic sourcing initiatives for a dynamic global medical device company
  • Support multiple indirect categories/projects across various sites within a region
  • Collaborate with diverse functions like Marketing, IT, R&D, Quality Assurance, HR, Facility Management, and Manufacturing
  • Partner with regional and global category management teams
  • Ensure successful implementation of strategies and drive compliance with preferred suppliers and purchasing channels
  • Continuously improve costs, quality, and service levels for local deliverables in multiple categories
  • Lead the implementation of global and regional category strategies and projects
  • Manage daily spend at local sites
  • Create purchase orders based on preferred suppliers, ensuring timely delivery of goods and services
  • Drive compliance with preferred suppliers and purchasing channels to achieve savings targets
  • Identify and implement savings initiatives specific to site requirements
  • Manage supplier relationships at the local level, cooperating with regional and global procurement teams
  • Resolve escalations from internal stakeholders regarding material supply and quality issues

Requirements:

  • Proven experience in strategic sourcing and procurement within a manufacturing environment
  • Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams and managing stakeholders at all levels
  • Strong analytical skills with a demonstrated ability to identify and implement cost-saving initiatives
  • Experience managing supplier relationships and resolving supply chain challenges
  • Proficiency in relevant procurement software and systems
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
What we offer:
  • Remote work twice a week
  • Insurance
  • Bonus

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
May 10, 2025

Expiration:
December 01, 2025

Employment Type:
Fulltime
Work Type:
Hybrid work
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