Logistics Procurement Senior Manager - Japan & Korea
Responsibilities
About The Team:
This team is responsible to be focus on developing short term and long term cost targets and related indicators of each business to ensure a reasonable cost structure and accurate data in order to drive growth and improve the end customer experience.
- Procurement Strategy: Be responsible for procurement project management for the Japan and Korea markets, lead the formulation and execution of regional logistics procurement strategies, and develop and drive the implementation of regional procurement strategies aligned with business objectives.
- Supplier Management: Be responsible for supplier sourcing, evaluation, onboarding, performance management, and phase-out, and continuously optimize the regional supplier pool.
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- Commercial Negotiation and Contract Management: Lead commercial negotiations, price negotiations, contract term design, and contract performance management for key procurement projects.
- Market Insight and Cost Management: Identify opportunities for cost reduction and efficiency improvement through market research, category analysis, and data analysis, and continuously optimize procurement costs.
- Procurement Compliance: Monitor changes in the market environment in Japan and Korea, supply chain risks, and policy compliance requirements; continuously improve procurement rules and contract terms; and establish risk identification and response mechanisms.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
- Proficiency in both Japanese and English for work communication as this position requires to work with local logistic partners.
- At least 5 years of relevant experience in procurement, supply chain, or strategic sourcing; experience in procurement for the Japan or Korea market is preferred.
- Be familiar with the full procurement process, including demand management, sourcing, tendering and purchasing, commercial negotiation, contract management, and supplier management.
- Be results-oriented and able to drive complex projects and achieve business goals through close cross-functional collaboration.
- Have a solid understanding of the business environment, supplier ecosystem, and cross-cultural collaboration in the Japan and Korea markets.
- Possess strong risk and compliance awareness, and be able to strike a sound balance among efficiency, cost, and risk.
Perks and Benefits
Health and Wellness
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- HSA
- Life Insurance
- Fitness Subsidies
- Short-Term Disability
- Long-Term Disability
- On-Site Gym
- Mental Health Benefits
- Virtual Fitness Classes
Parental Benefits
- Fertility Benefits
- Adoption Assistance Program
- Family Support Resources
Work Flexibility
- Flexible Work Hours
- Hybrid Work Opportunities
Office Life and Perks
- Casual Dress
- Snacks
- Pet-friendly Office
- Happy Hours
- Some Meals Provided
- Company Outings
- On-Site Cafeteria
- Holiday Events
Vacation and Time Off
- Paid Vacation
- Paid Holidays
- Personal/Sick Days
- Leave of Absence
Financial and Retirement
- 401(K) With Company Matching
- Performance Bonus
- Company Equity
Professional Development
- Promote From Within
- Access to Online Courses
- Leadership Training Program
- Associate or Rotational Training Program
- Mentor Program
Diversity and Inclusion
- Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
- Employee Resource Groups (ERG)
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