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サードパーティ運用マネージャー/ Third Party Operations Manager

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A renowned medical technology company is looking for a Third Party Operations Manager. The selected candidate will manage S&OP, material planning, procurement, inventory, supplier coordination and operational risk.

Responsibilities:

  • Lead S&OP processes with OEM and third-party suppliers to align capacity with customer demand
  • Coordinate cross-functional teams to identify and mitigate supply risks and operational bottlenecks
  • Execute MRP and optimise inventory through Min/Max planning and safety stock strategies
  • Manage purchase orders, resolve discrepancies and ensure timely supplier fulfilment
  • Maintain Oracle data accuracy, validate forecasts and improve key operational KPIs
  • Lead supply chain reviews and manage in-transit inventory to support fulfilment and working capital goals
  • Lead assigned projects, track milestones and ensure timely completion of action plans

Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s degree or above in supply chain management, business administration, engineering, or related domain
  • More than 8 years of experience in supply chain, procurement, or operations
  • More than 3 years of experience in a leadership role
  • Experience in OEM and third-party supplier management, tactical buying, and S&OP processes
  • Prior experience leading and facilitating Kaizen initiatives
  • Understanding of MRP systems, inventory planning, and ERP platforms (Oracle is a plus)
  • Ability and willingness to travel
  • Professional level Japanese and English

Preferred requirements:

  • Experience in a regulated industry (medical devices, pharmaceuticals, or electronics)
  • Prior experience defining and tracking yearly Demand, Production and Inventory budgets
  • Proven experience in Oracle OBI
  • Proficient in MS Excel

About the Company:

Thousands of this company's innovations may be found in laboratories on all seven continents. It is a creator and producer of devices that automate and simplify complicated biomedical testing processes. Their inventions continue to increase the efficiency of medical professionals and scientists, provide important information for improving patient health, and aid in research and discoveries.

Keywords:

サプライチェーン, 物流, ロジスティクス, 求人, 外資系

Job Ref: CLDMWL

Contract Type: Perm

Specialism: Procurement & Supply Chain

Focus: Operations

Industry: Manufacturing and Production

Salary: ¥5,000,000 - ¥15,000,000 per annum

Workplace Type: On-site

Experience Level: Mid Management

Language: Japanese - Professional working

Second Language: English - Business level

Location: Tokyo

Job Reference: CLDMWL-CB44BD9F

Date posted: 9 September 2026

Consultant: Leo Tsang