3 results for Senior Buyer in Japan

Purchasing Manager

Tokyo,
remote
Permanent
11.0M - 11.0M JPY / Yearly
Company Overview<ul><li>Join a large-scale operating company with business operations in Japan and overseas in a role responsible for procurement strategy across the IT and DX domains. Working closely with stakeholders in Japan as well as global and regional teams, you will drive strategic category management initiatives.</li></ul> Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Develop and execute category strategies for the IT/DX area</li><li>Identify, evaluate, and select suppliers, and lead contract and pricing negotiations</li><li>Oversee purchasing activities and delivery timeline management</li><li>Partner with internal stakeholders and global teams to analyze business needs, market trends, and purchasing history, and drive optimal procurement initiatives</li><li>Build mid- to long-term supplier relationships to promote innovation and strengthen a stable procurement framework</li><li>Ensure compliance in procurement activities while promoting risk mitigation and sustainability initiatives</li></ul> Requirements<ul><li>Proven experience in indirect procurement</li><li>Experience in procurement for IT categories, or strong knowledge of the IT procurement field</li><li>Business-level English communication skills</li><li>Ability to collaborate effectively with internal and external stakeholders and drive initiatives independently</li><li>Experience in strategic sourcing is a plus</li><li>Experience working in a global or regional organizational structure is a plus</li></ul> Why This Role?<ul><li>Opportunity to contribute directly to business growth through strategic procurement in the IT and DX space</li><li>Exposure to both domestic and global category strategy initiatives</li><li>Hybrid work style offering flexibility and work-life balance</li></ul> Location Tokyo Salary JPY 11,000,000 per year Reference Number 67040-0013403347 By clicking 'apply', you are deemed to have agreed to Robert Half Japan Privacy Notice (<a href="https://www.roberthalf.com/jp/en/privacy">https://www.roberthalf.com/jp/en/privacy</a>). Please ensure that your application documents do not include sensitive personal data such as race, beliefs, medical history, criminal record, or other information irrelevant to hiring process such as spouse or dependents. All information must be accurate and truthful, and any included hyperlinks must be safe and secure.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/a2F6dWtvLm95YS44NzM4NC4xMDg5OEByaGlqcC5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
2026-05-13T08:17:13Z

Purchasing Manager

Tokyo,
remote
Permanent
9.0M - 12.0M JPY / Yearly
Company Overview<ul><li>As a member of one of Japan's leading financial groups, this company is actively engaged in optimizing procurement and purchasing functions, driving cost reductions, and leading organizational transformation. With a strong focus on building efficient procurement processes, transforming company culture, and promoting strategic partnerships with a wide range of suppliers, the company offers an environment where you can lead various purchasing projects in collaboration with diverse stakeholders both domestically and internationally.</li></ul> Responsibilities<ul><li>Planning, development, and implementation of company-wide procurement processes and governance rules to drive optimal and efficient purchasing operations</li><li>Overall management of purchasing activities, including formulating procurement strategies, supplier selection, and price negotiations</li><li>Driving organizational cost-awareness through planning and execution of cost reduction initiatives and demand management</li><li>Collaborating with internal and external stakeholders to optimize spending in various categories through dedicated projects</li><li>Assignment to specific spend categories, such as outsourcing, postage/printing, advertising, market data, or facility-related costs (including fixtures, logistics, and layout design/changes), decided based on experience and preference</li></ul> Qualifications<ul><li>Practical experience in procurement or purchasing, including supplier selection, price negotiation, and cost reduction</li><li>Strong communication skills with the ability to coordinate and lead consensus-building among a variety of internal and external stakeholders</li><li>Professional certifications related to procurement or purchasing are welcomed (e.g., supply management qualifications or relevant professional certifications)</li><li>Experience working in purchasing within a large organization or managing procurement across multiple categories is a plus</li><li>Data aggregation and analytical skills using tools such as Excel, Access, or PowerPlatform</li><li>Business-level English proficiency is an advantage</li><li>Knowledge or experience with procurement-related systems, such as cloud or ERP, is appreciated</li></ul> Key Points<ul><li>Work in a relatively new organization where you can proactively contribute to company-wide process improvements with your ideas</li><li>Gain extensive practical experience through working with various purchasing categories and interacting with a wide range of suppliers</li><li>Dynamic environment that provides opportunities to broaden your career through collaboration with stakeholders both in Japan and overseas</li></ul> Location Tokyo Salary JPY 9,000,000 - 12,000,000 Reference Number: 67040-0013408068 By clicking 'apply', you are deemed to have agreed to Robert Half Japan Privacy Notice (<a href="https://www.roberthalf.com/jp/en/privacy">https://www.roberthalf.com/jp/en/privacy</a>). Please ensure that your application documents do not include sensitive personal data such as race, beliefs, medical history, criminal record, or other information irrelevant to hiring process such as spouse or dependents. All information must be accurate and truthful, and any included hyperlinks must be safe and secure.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/a2F6dWtvLm95YS42NDQ0Ny4xMDg5OEByaGlqcC5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
2026-04-16T01:46:41Z

Purchasing Manager

Tokyo,
remote
Permanent
8.0M - 8.0M JPY / Yearly
Company ProfileA Japan‑based FMCG company responsible for the import, sales, distribution, and marketing of a globally recognized non‑alcoholic beverage brand. The Role<ul><li>The Purchasing Manager is responsible for managing indirect and operational procurement, ensuring cost efficiency, supplier quality, and compliance with global procurement policies. The role works closely with internal stakeholders (Marketing, Sales, Operations, Finance) and global teams to support business activities in a fast‑paced FMCG environment.</li></ul> Your Skills <ul><li>Manage purchasing activities for indirect spend (e.g. marketing services, promotional materials, events, logistics, office‑related categories)</li><li>Source, evaluate, and manage suppliers in line with global procurement standards</li><li>Negotiate contracts, pricing, and service levels to optimize cost and quality</li><li>Oversee purchase order processes and ensure compliance with internal controls</li><li>Collaborate with regional / global procurement teams on sourcing initiatives</li></ul> Key Highlights of the Role <ul><li>Experience in procurement / purchasing within FMCG or consumer‑driven industries</li><li>Strong negotiation and stakeholder management skills</li><li>Understanding of non‑manufacturing, import‑based business models</li><li>Ability to work in a matrixed, international organization</li><li>Business‑level Japanese and English</li></ul> Location Tokyo Salary8 million yen Reference Number: 67040-0013408063 By clicking 'apply', you are deemed to have agreed to Robert Half Japan Privacy Notice (<a href="https://www.roberthalf.com/jp/en/privacy">https://www.roberthalf.com/jp/en/privacy</a>). Please ensure that your application documents do not include sensitive personal data such as race, beliefs, medical history, criminal record, or other information irrelevant to hiring process such as spouse or dependents. All information must be accurate and truthful, and any included hyperlinks must be safe and secure.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/a2F6dWtvLm95YS4yNzU5MS4xMDg5OEByaGlqcC5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
2026-04-22T02:13:02Z