間接調達マネージャー/ Indirect Procurement Manager
A multinational manufacturing company is looking for a Procurement Manager. The selected candidate will lead plant procurement operations, manage supplier performance, support CAPEX projects, drive cost optimisation initiatives, and ensure compliance with procurement policies and operational objectives.
Responsibilities:
- Lead procurement activities for industrial and non-industrial goods, MRO, and services to support plant operations
- Manage procurement planning and execution for spare parts, utilities, and technical services
- Lead CAPEX procurement activities, including supplier sourcing, contract negotiation, and delivery coordination
- Drive supplier performance management, cost-reduction initiatives, and long-term sourcing strategies
- Ensure compliance with procurement policies, safety standards, and regulatory requirements
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams and global stakeholders to support operational and business objectives
- Support procurement process improvements, automation initiatives, and category strategy execution
- Provide procurement performance reporting, risk assessments, and value creation recommendations to management
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree or above in a relevant field
- 5-10 years of experience in Opex procurement in an industrial environment (oil and gas, petrochemical, or fine chemical sectors)
- Experience in establishing and negotiating service contracts including equipment maintenance, asset maintenance, and general supply contracts
- Ability to work in a multinational environment and global team
- Experience acting as a key interface between local operational teams and regional sites
- Experience working in a matrix environment across organisations and functions
- Fluent level Japanese; proficient in English
About the Company:
This company operates in the manufacturing industry and supports large-scale industrial operations through advanced production and procurement practices. It works within a global environment, promoting operational excellence, supplier collaboration, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Keywords:
調達管理, 購買管理, サプライヤー管理, 契約交渉, 設備投資調達, コスト削減, 調達戦略, サプライチェーン, ベンダーマネジメント, 工場運営, 求人, 外資系
Job Ref: 9SCG4C
About the job
Contract Type: Perm
Specialism: Procurement & Supply Chain
Focus: Procurement
Industry: Manufacturing and Production
Salary: ¥6,000,000 - ¥10,000,000 per annum
Workplace Type: On-site
Experience Level: Mid Management
Language: Japanese - Professional working
Second Language: English - Business level
Location: Osaka
FULL_TIMEJob Reference: 9SCG4C-B6F75F42
Date posted: 9 June 2026
Consultant: Icten Yuksel Kilik
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