リードバイヤー/ Lead Buyer
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
About the job
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
FULL_TIMEJob Reference: IMO5MN-397AE900
Date posted: 19 October 2026
Consultant: Eduardo Dolz
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