Purchasing Manager - Global Manufacturing Company

Saitama 外資系企業 ¥7,000,000 - ¥10,000,000 per year Foreign Multinational Work from Home or Hybrid View Job Description
The Purchasing Manager sources suppliers, negotiates contracts, and ensures products meet quality standards. Responsibilities include managing vendor relationships, overseeing procurement documents, monitoring supplier performance, and maintaining inventory. The role also involves researching market trends, ensuring competitive pricing, and leading a team to optimise procurement processes.
  • Career step up, being involved in many projects
  • Join a company with a positive business model and good impact on society

About Our Client

Our client is a global leader in precision components and instruments, serving a wide range of industries, including health care, life sciences, and industrial sectors. With a strong focus on innovation, quality, and customer satisfaction, they design and manufacture advanced products that meet the highest industry standards. The company fosters a collaborative and inclusive work environment, providing opportunities for growth and professional development.

Job Description


  • Team Leadership: Oversee and guide team members, promoting a collaborative and productive work atmosphere.
  • Procurement: Acquire goods and services that align with the organisation's quality and quantity standards.
  • Contract Management: Assess and negotiate agreements with suppliers to ensure favourable terms.
  • Inventory Oversight: Monitor stock levels and reorder products as necessary.
  • Industry Awareness: Stay informed on market developments and new product offerings.
  • Price Analysis: Evaluate available products against market trends to set competitive pricing.
  • Supplier Sourcing: Research and identify suppliers that offer high-quality products within budget constraints.
  • Documentation Preparation: Collect and organise quotes, proposals, and purchase agreements for management review.
  • Supplier Performance: Continuously assess and monitor the performance of contracted suppliers.
  • System Maintenance: Manage and update materials and part numbers in procurement systems.
  • Vendor Evaluation: Regularly assess vendor reliability and performance to ensure quality standards are met.

The Successful Applicant

Basic Requirements:

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent
  • People Management: Experience in leading and managing teams
  • Communication: Strong verbal and written skills for understanding product needs and building effective relationships with suppliers
  • Project Management: Ability to manage multiple projects concurrently, with skills in planning, delegation, and progress tracking
  • Problem Solving: Strong analytical skills to resolve issues, such as quality discrepancies in products or services
  • Negotiation: Expertise in negotiating vendor contracts and securing favourable pricing

Nice to have:

  • Procurement experience in manufacturing industry
  • Proficiency in business-level English
  • Familiarity with JDE systems

What's on Offer

  • Work from home: The Company allows you to work from remote 1-2 times per week and there is a flexible working system in place; ideal if you want to be in control of your schedule
  • Impact on society: One of the main products would be components for medical devices, laboratory instruments and life sciences applications; chance to join a company which has a very positive business model
  • Step up in your career: There are plans to expand the team and to get more responsibilities within the Customer Service Division; great opportunity to expand your skills and level up as a Procurement Manager
  • Exciting time to join: As the business is growing there are a lot of resources and opportunities, very ideal if you are looking for a long term path career and to join a stable organisation
  • Use English: There will be close communication with the HQ overseas; unique chance to develop and sharpen your English skills
Contact
Francesco Pedrielli
Quote job ref
JN-102024-6578823
Phone number
070-1455-0276

Job summary

Function
Procurement & Supply Chain
Specialisation
Procurement Management
Specialisation
Healthcare / Pharmaceutical
Location
Saitama
Job Type
Permanent
Consultant name
Francesco Pedrielli
Consultant phone
070-1455-0276
Job Reference
JN-102024-6578823
Company Type
Foreign Multinational
Work from Home
Work from Home or Hybrid

Diversity & Inclusion at Michael Page

We don't just accept difference - we celebrate it. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply for this role and are committed to building inclusive, diverse workplaces where everyone can thrive. If you require any support or reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know.