Purchaser / Procurement Specialist

• • Supplier Management: Identify, evaluate, and establish relationships with suppliers. Conduct supplier assessments, including performance reviews and contract negotiations.
  • Sourcing and Purchasing: Research market trends and identify potential vendors for goods and services. Solicit bids, compare quotations, and ensure competitive pricing and value for the organization.
  • Contract Negotiation: Negotiate contracts, terms, and pricing agreements with vendors to ensure the organization secures favorable terms and reduces risks.
  • Inventory Management: Monitor inventory levels to ensure the timely procurement of materials. Collaborate with relevant departments to forecast demand and avoid stockouts or overstocking.
  • Cost Optimization: Identify cost-saving opportunities through improved procurement processes, volume purchasing, and supplier negotiations, while maintaining quality standards.
  • Compliance and Risk Management: Ensure all procurement activities comply with company policies, legal regulations, and industry standards. Manage risks related to supply chain disruptions, delivery issues, and quality control.
  • Vendor Performance Evaluation: Conduct regular reviews of supplier performance, quality, and delivery timelines. Address and resolve supplier issues in a timely manner.
  • Documentation and Reporting: Maintain accurate records of procurement activities, including purchase orders, contracts, and supplier agreements. Prepare reports on purchasing trends, costs, and supplier performance.
  • Cross-functional Collaboration: Collaborate with internal departments such as Finance, Operations, and Production to align procurement activities with business needs and goals.
  • Process Improvement: Continuously assess and improve procurement processes, procedures, and systems to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.

• • Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or related field.
  • 3-5 years of previous experience in procurement or purchasing
  • Strong negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
  • Excellent organizational and time management skills.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
  • Knowledge of contract law and procurement best practices.
  • Ability to read and interpret written documents and correctly understand verbally spoken explanations.
  • Experience and high-level knowledge of business in general, accounting, trading, and logistics preferred.
  • Native speaker of English language or equivalent.
  • To attend tele-conferences with Japan, out of normal work time is required from time to time.
  • Domestic travel is necessary dependent on vendor/supplier/factory locations
  • Proficient computer skills including Microsoft Office
  • Experience in transportation equipment or transit authority industry is a plus
  • (Optional) Basic knowledge on transportation industries
  • (Optional) Knowledge of Japanese Language

• • Self-starter, highly motivated, independent work skills, and program skills
  • Communicate effectively with team members and other departments to gather necessary information.
  • You are faced with constant interruptions and must meet and communicate in person, by computer and by telephone with others on a regular basis.
  • You must spend long hours on the computer, which requires attention to detail and high levels of accuracy.
  • There are a number of deadlines associated with this position, which may cause significant stress.
  • Light work such as moving objects is required occasionally.

• • Be honest and trustworthy
  • Be respectful
  • Possess cultural awareness and sensitivity
  • Be flexible
  • Demonstrate sound work ethics

Salary : $55,000 - $59,998