Buyer - Japan based

Job Description

Responsibilities

Includes but not limited to the following:

Supplier Sourcing & Procurement

Sourcing, evaluating, and selecting suppliers for equipment, systems and services.

Negotiation:

Securing favorable commercial and contractual conditions, pricing, and delivery schedules with suppliers in collaboration with Technical, Legal, Procurement teamsand headquarter in France.

Procurement Operations

Prepare and issue purchase orders or contracts.

Supplier Relationship Management

Building and maintaining strong relationships with suppliers to ensure reliable supply.

Contract & Payment Oversight

Collaborate with internal stakeholders to ensure contractual terms and conditions are properly implemented.

Follow up the payment process.

Post Order activities

Track supplier performance from purchase order issuance to contractual deliveries are executed.

Ensure timely delivery of goods and services to meet project requirements.

Measurement

• Willingness to travel within Japan, Philippines and Asia as needed.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Educational Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Economy, Supply Chain Management or related Business Degree. Master degree is a plus.

• At least 5 years of experience in procurement or supply chain management, preferably in the construction or railway industry.
• Skills: Strong organizational, flexible, communication, negotiation and problem-solving skills
• Experience in working in multicultural teams and/or in overseas projects.
• Adaptable towards a rapidly changing environment
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
• Languages: Fluency in English and Japanese, a third language is a plus.
• Must be Japan based.