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Purchasing Manager - Automotive Industry Exclusive job
| Hiring Company | Next Move K.K. |
| Location | Kyoto Prefecture |
| Job Type | Permanent Full-time |
| Salary | 6 million yen ~ 12 million yen |
Work Style
Minimal Overtime Flex TimeJob Description
About the company
We are currently looking for a Purchasing Manager to join a highly profitable international automotive company with operations in Japan. This company has consistently been the most successful operation in their global network for over 10 years.
The company manages procurement across APAC markets and has secured long-term supplier relationships with excellent growth prospects in premium automotive manufacturing.
You will be joining an experienced international team where your impact on strategic procurement will be significant, leading supplier development across multiple countries.
Who are you
◆ You will have multiple years of automotive purchasing and procurement experience.
◆ You will be passionate about building strategic supplier relationships and driving cost optimization.
Why apply
◆ You will lead strategic procurement for premium automotive products.
◆ Manage supplier relationships across international markets.
◆ Join a consistently profitable operation with strong market position.
General Requirements
| Minimum Experience Level | Over 6 years |
| Career Level | Executive |
| Minimum English Level | Daily Conversation |
| Minimum Japanese Level | Business Level |
| Minimum Education Level | High-School |
| Visa Status | Permission to work in Japan required |
Required Skills
Skills, Knowledge, and Experience in ONE or MORE of the following:
◆ Multiple years of automotive purchasing and procurement experience
◆ University degree and proven supplier management track record
◆ Strong technical knowledge of purchasing procedures and materials
◆ Knowledge of IATF16949, ISO14001, APQP, FMEA, PPAP, SPC, MSA
◆ Business-level Japanese and strong English communication skills
Experience in ONE or MORE of the following areas is desirable:
◆ ERP system experience and advanced PC proficiency
◆ Understanding of lean manufacturing and continuous improvement
◆ Experience with international supplier development and negotiations
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◆Must be based in Japan or willing to relocate
Job Location
- Kyoto Prefecture
Work Conditions
| Job Type | Permanent Full-time |
| Salary | 6 million yen ~ 12 million yen |
| Industry | Automobile and Parts |
Job Category
- Logistics and Supply Chain Management > Purchasing, Procurement
- Machinery and Automobile Technology > Other (Machinery and Automobile Technology)
Company Details
| Company Type | Large Company (more than 300 employees) - International Company |
| Non-Japanese Ratio | Majority Non-Japanese |
