Commodity Buyer - Metal

Location Tokyo
Discipline Supply Chain & Procurement
Job type Permanent
Salary 6,500,000 JPY
Reference 39167

【COMPANY INTRODUCTION】

A global leading international commercial vehicle solutions provider headquartered in Japan. 

 

【JOB RESPONSIBILITIES】

  • Lead cross-functional team to define and develop segment purchasing strategies.

  • Manage and Develop supplier base, negotiate, develop and implement strategies resulting in improved supply chain performance, enhanced product quality, innovative technology, and maximum value etc. in order to establish the appropriate levels of relationship

  • Lead or support large/regional/global sourcing projects or ad-hoc purchases within the segment. Monitor, identify and mitigate risks in cooperation with cross functional team

  • Drive negotiation in order to find extra cost savings (on top of price agreements) and all relevant activities to deliver on QDCFTSR targets during production phase and after production phase for Revenue Parts.

  • Prepare and report Key Performance Indicators development to key stakeholders.

  • Secure the outcome of the sourcing in a contractual package, and that all agreements are approved and signed

  • Execute agreements with suppliers during production and after production for Revenue segments

  • Forecast cost evolution for scope of responsibility

  • Manage and negotiate product/processes changes during production phase, and after production phase for Revenue segments

  • Perform daily purchasing activities related to production orders, logistics and financial flows to the suppliers.

 

【REQUIREMENTS】

  • Experience in purchasing/supply chain/logistics/material management.

  • Previous experience in automotive industry is preferred.

  • Previous experience in Purchasing and/or negotiation experience in a supplier/customer relationship. Automotive experience is beneficial.

  • Other essential competencies: Fluent in English, Strategic orientation, Strong negotiator,

  • Business Acumen, Cost Management, Legal Management, Relevant process & system knowledge, Priority Setting, Integrity and Trust, Drive for results, Customer focus.

  • Bachelor Degree.

  • Science background is a plus.

  • Fluent in Japanese English Business level.

  • 3rd language as German etc., is a plus.