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リードバイヤー/ Lead Buyer

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A global electronic components manufacturer is looking for a Lead Buyer. The successful candidate will oversee sourcing activities, cost management, and component development to meet programme objectives. This is a hybrid role.

Responsibilities:

  • Develop BOM sourcing plans for new programmes
  • Manage material cost strategies, track changes, and report cost reduction progress
  • Monitor component development and resolve risks to meet programme milestones
  • Develop sourcing strategies and mitigation plans for sourcing and development risks
  • Coordinate cross-functional teams to align sourcing and development plans
  • Track programme progress, report to management, and undertake other assigned duties

Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s degree or above in supply chain management, business administration, engineering, or a relevant domain (advanced degree is a plus)
  • More than 4 years of procurement experience within the automotive electronics
    industry (program sourcing and supplier management)
  • 4-8 years of experience in purchasing, sourcing, and sourcing program management
  • Experience in JIRA, ERP and MS Office etc
  • Prior experience overseeing cross-functional teams and driving supplier performance improvements
  • Background in managing complex automotive procurement projects and delivering cost savings while maintaining quality standards
  • Understanding of automotive electronics industry regulations, quality standards (e.g., IATF 16949), and other general compliance requirements
  • Excellent program management, communication, stakeholder management, and negotiation skills
  • Business level Japanese and English

Preferred requirements:

  • Possess valid program management, procurement or supply chain management (PMP, CPSM, CSCP) qualification

About the Company:

A global manufacturer of electronic components, this organisation handles a wide portfolio of products for prominent automotive clients. With worldwide operations and a large workforce, this organisation continues to be a leader in its market.

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: IMO5MN

Contract Type: Perm

Specialism: Procurement & Supply Chain

Focus: Purchasing

Industry: Electronics

Salary: ¥7,000,000 - ¥10,500,000 per annum

Workplace Type: Hybrid

Experience Level: Associate

Language: Japanese - Professional working

Second Language: English - Business level

Location: Kanagawa

Job Reference: IMO5MN-397AE900

Date posted: 19 October 2026

Consultant: Eduardo Dolz