Market Procurement Leader Japan

Philips

Tokyo, Japan
Base: annual salary 13 million yen; bonus: incenti...
Hybrid (3 days onsite, 2 days remote)
10+ years strategic procurement experience
Japanese language fluency required
English language fluency required
Philips is seeking a Market Procurement Leader for Japan to manage local Direct and Indirect Procurement, covering a significant annual spend and a large number of suppliers. The role requires strong procurement experience, fluency in Japanese and English, and a background in strategic planning and supplier management

Job Summary

  • The role involves managing a total annual spend of approximately 230M€ across more than 1,000 suppliers for Philips Japan.
  • Candidates must possess strong procurement experience in Japan, including familiarity with local business culture and policies.
  • The position offers a hybrid work model with three days in the office at Azabudai Hills and up to two days remote.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 85

Philips is seeking a Market Procurement Leader for Japan to manage local Direct and Indirect Procurement, covering a significant annual spend and a large number of suppliers. The role requires strong procurement experience, fluency in Japanese and English, and a background in strategic planning and supplier management.

Salary

Base: Annual salary 13 million yen; Bonus: Incentive 30% paid annually in March; Benefits: Commuting allowance, social insurance, retirement pension

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 10+ years strategic procurement experience
  • Japanese language fluency required
  • English language fluency required
  • Manage 230M€ annual spend
  • Lead team of Market Procurement Managers
  • Direct and Indirect procurement scope

Nice-to-have

  • Familiarity with Japanese suppliers culture
  • Experience with government projects
  • Category management expertise
  • Risk management methodologies
  • Design to cost skills
  • Global-local integration liaison

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's Degree in Business or related field
  • Minimum 10 years experience in Strategic Planning or Category Management
  • Fluency in both Japanese and English languages

Work Rights

Not specified

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