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調達マネージャー/ Procurement Manager

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A renowned global food brand is searching for a Procurement Manager. The selected candidate will be in charge of supervising daily operations, implementing procurement strategies, and driving cost reduction. This is a hybrid setup role.

Responsibilities:

  • Provide strategic direction by developing and implementing sourcing strategies
  • Deliver functional excellence through supplier performance reviews and corrective action plans
  • Support new product launches by interfacing with cross-functional teams
  • Develop and enhance purchasing workflow processes to improve cost or meet compliance requirements
  • Meet financial targets by leading cross-functional groups to develop productivity programs
  • Support company values by building and recruiting a highly skilled functional team

Requirements:

  • 5-10 years of experience in managing procurement, purchasing, or product merchandising in retail, wholesale or manufacturing companies
  • Technical knowledge about purchasing, supplier management, contract management and formal RFQ/RFQ process for bidding
  • Understanding of the food manufacturing processes
  • Knowledge of numerous product and packaging manufacturing processes
  • Experience in logistics and supply planning is preferred
  • Proficient in written Japanese and English

About the Company:

One of the world’s most renowned food brands that is well-loved by consumers around the world. Headquartered overseas, this company has a long history of producing a variety of delicious chocolates in elegant packaging.

Keywords:

調達, 購買, ロジスティクス, サプライチェーン, FMCG, 消費財, メーカー, 小売, 外資系,

Procurement, Procurement Manager, Purchasing, Product Merchandising, People, Food & Beverage, Retail, Wholesale, Manufacturing, Supply Planning, Logistics

Job Ref: 5NZ8VV

Contract Type: Perm

Specialism: Procurement & Supply Chain

Focus: Procurement

Industry: FMCG

Salary: ¥8,000,000 - ¥10,000,000 per annum

Workplace Type: Hybrid

Experience Level: Mid Management

Language: Japanese - Professional working

Second Language: English - Business level

Location: Tokyo

Job Reference: 5NZ8VV-AFA370AA

Date posted: 14 August 2025

Consultant: Anne Parent