Supplier Management, Leader Candidate - Procurement Operations Department, Procurement Operations Supervisory Department
On-siteTokyo, Tokyo, Japan
Job Summary
Conduct new supplier screening and registration, manage existing supplier information, and perform supplier review and re-evaluation. Implement procurement policies, develop manuals, and provide internal helpdesk support while reviewing Subcontract Act compliance. Make objective decisions based on internal regulations and compliance standards in response to requests from various departments to safeguard the group's reputation. Maintain and strengthen procurement governance across the group through process standardization. This role focuses on supplier audit and management rather than cost-reduction negotiation, supporting the expansion of standardization efforts from domestic operations to overseas group companies.
Required Qualifications
- Experience in administrative or management roles related to B2B transactions (e.g., Procurement, Purchasing, Accounting, Legal, or General Affairs)
- Integrity and a strong sense of ethics
- Ability to communicate effectively with diverse stakeholders, explaining the rationale behind organizational rules to ensure compliance while maintaining mutual understanding and cooperation
- A user-oriented mindset with a commitment to continuous improvement (PDCA)
- Ability to consistently evaluate existing operations and proactively identify opportunities for optimization
Desired Qualifications
- Experience in supplier auditing/evaluation
- Experience working in a global corporate environment
- Business-level proficiency in English
- Ability to maintain a strong balance between speed and strict compliance
- Leadership experience
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