調達スペシャリスト/ Procurement Specialist

An international food and beverage company is looking for a Procurement Specialist. The chosen applicant will optimise and enhance procurement processes and strategies within the organisation. This is a hybrid role.

Responsibilities:

• Manage procurement data, KPIs, and performance tracking to improve visibility and support business decision-making
• Develop and maintain dashboards and reports using tools such as Power BI and Excel
• Monitor procurement performance, project progress, savings delivery, and relevant market and industry trends
• Translate complex data into actionable insights and recommendations for stakeholders
• Continuously improve data quality, reporting processes, and data visualisation methods
• Utilise data analytics tools and procurement software for KPI and dashboard management, SOPs, manuals and guidelines establishment, process standardisation, process simplification, reporting automation, and change management
• Support quarterly rolling forecasts and annual budget planning for the Procurement function
• Track key financial indicators such as inflation, savings, and budget performance
• Collaborate with Procurement and Finance stakeholders to ensure accurate planning and reporting
• Identify risks and opportunities through data analysis and market insights
• Act as a key point of contact and subject matter support for e-Sourcing activities and tools across Direct and Indirect Procurement
• Support buyers in utilising e-Sourcing platforms and standardised sourcing processes
• Drive adoption of digital procurement tools and identify opportunities to improve sourcing efficiency and compliance
• Collaborate with global and local stakeholders on e-Sourcing process improvements and implementation
• Work with key raw material suppliers and internal operations teams to streamline processes through innovative solutions
• Standardise delivery processes, visualise delivery OTIF, better manage delivery-related KPIs, promote process automation, and enable buyers
• Evaluate, implement, and maintain procurement technology solutions to streamline processes, increase automation, and enhance overall procurement efficiency
• Keep abreast of industry trends and emerging best practices
• Recommend innovative solutions, such as process automation and data visualisation, for process improvement, and initiate and manage proposed changes

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree or above
• 2-5 years of experience in procurement or supply chain management, with a strong understanding of procurement processes and best practices
• Advanced skills in developing and maintaining Power BI dashboards
• Proficient in procurement software and data analytics tools (SAP ERP, Zycus eSourcing, or Coupa OneBuy experience is a plus)
• Proficient in MS Office, including Excel and PowerPoint
• Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple initiatives simultaneously
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Proficient in written and verbal Japanese and English (TOEIC 800+)

About the Company:

This global food and beverage company is recognised for its strong international presence and commitment to delivering high-quality consumer products. It promotes collaboration, continuous improvement, and operational excellence across its global business.

Keywords:

FMCG, 食品製造, サプライチェーン, 調達, 外資系

Job Ref: 2WDSUV