Work Location , Expected Annual Income :
Hyogo, 10.0M ～ 15.0M
About the Company :
Global Pharmaceutical Company
Responsibilities :
A company in the global healthcare industry is hiring for a Procurement role. The organization focuses on advancing medical innovation and improving the lives of people worldwide. Its Japan procurement function plays a central role in driving productivity, ensuring internal control, and collaborating with both internal and external partners. The team has authority to engage with external suppliers and contributes to business growth through strategic sourcing, innovation, and operational excellence.
Job Description
Develop and maintain sourcing strategies that align with business needs and organizational objectives.
Collaborate with internal departments to select optimal external partners through bidding, negotiation, and contract management while ensuring strong internal controls.
Provide guidance on company policies, procurement processes, and risk management to internal stakeholders.
Offer sourcing expertise to business partners to support strategic planning, supplier evaluation, and decision making.
Conduct spend and savings analysis, prepare reports, and support annual business planning activities.
Manage supplier relationships to ensure continuous and reliable service delivery.
Understand commercial strategies, governance processes, and operational requirements to support overall business goals.
Benefits :
Able to gain sourcing and business skills.
Opportunity to develop a broad understanding of the company’s Japan business and the wider healthcare industry.
Opportunities for global exposure and leadership interaction.
Career development opportunities within Japan and internationally.
Required Experience / Abilities / Skills :
Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field such as science, engineering, business, finance, supply chain, or procurement.
Minimum three years of experience in procurement, external supply, or manufacturing of related materials, or experience in pharmaceutical operations or technical services.
Business-level or higher proficiency in Japanese and English.
Ability to work on-site at the Kobe headquarters.
Familiarity with pharmaceutical research and development is preferred.
Experience collaborating with suppliers in commercial, technical, or governance contexts.
Ability to balance requirements, schedules, pricing, and quality in decision making.
Strong business acumen, presentation abilities, communication skills, and project management capability.
Ability to influence decision making internally and externally.
Experience working across multiple functions.
Negotiation experience and familiarity with SAP or Ariba procurement systems are preferred.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (including pivot tables), PowerPoint, and AI tools.
Fluency in Japanese and English with strong communication and presentation skills.
Analytical and problem- solving skills.
Strategic thinking and structured approach.
Assertive communication and negotiation capability.
Strong project management and prioritization skills.
Leadership skills and an interest in progressing to senior leadership roles.
Growth mindset, willingness to embrace change, and curiosity with a passion for the business.