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Indirect Procurement Manager

Tokyo 23 Wards 外資系企業 ¥10,000,000 - ¥13,000,000 per year Foreign Multinational View Job Description
This Manager-level role oversees Procurement categories across Marketing and R&D, with flexibility to support other initiatives based on project priorities. Responsibilities include supplier management, sourcing, contract execution, and collaboration with local and global Procurement teams on diverse categories such as Media, Market Research, and Clinical Operations.
  • Top Healthcare Company in the World
  • Great Opportunities for Career Development

About Our Client

The organization is a large, multinational corporation recognized for its significant contributions to the Life Science industry. Located in Central Tokyo, this company prides itself on its innovative products and solutions that have made a substantial impact on global health.

Job Description

  • Category Leadership: Manage procurement categories across Marketing and R&D, with flexibility to support other category initiatives as required by project priorities.
  • Supplier & Stakeholder Engagement: Drive supplier management, sourcing, market studies, and contract execution while collaborating with business stakeholders.
  • Project Involvement: Participate in system implementations, business integrations, audits, and special workstreams, including support for charitable initiatives.
  • Category Focus Areas: Oversee diverse categories such as Media, Creative & PR Agencies, Market Research, Clinical Operations, Travel, and Car Fleet.
  • Team Collaboration: Work closely with local Japan Procurement, Asia Pacific Regional Team, and Global Procurement colleagues to ensure alignment and success.

The Successful Applicant

A successful candidate should reside in Japan and have:

  • Expertise in project management, market research, negotiations, supplier management, business engagement, contract execution, and knowledge of Japan-specific business practices (e.g., Subcontractor Act).
  • Advanced skills in MS Office programs, with a strong emphasis on Excel (Pivot Table analysis, VLOOKUP, and large data handling) and PowerPoint.
  • Native-level Japanese proficiency for supplier communication and business interactions.
  • Business-level English proficiency for internal communications, both written and spoken.
  • Background in indirect procurement roles or related areas, with a focus on effective stakeholder and supplier management.

What's on Offer

  • Competitive Salary.
  • Opportunity to work in a large organization that is making significant contributions to the Life Science industry.
  • An inclusive and collaborative company culture.
  • Opportunities for professional development and career progression locally and globally.



If you are a proactive leader with a passion for procurement in the Life Science industry, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity in Central Tokyo.

Contact
Maria Kosareva
Quote job ref
JN-012025-6638517
Phone number
+81 3 5733 7166

Job summary

Function
Procurement & Supply Chain
Specialisation
Procurement Management
Specialisation
Healthcare / Pharmaceutical
Location
Tokyo 23 Wards
Job Type
Permanent
Consultant name
Maria Kosareva
Consultant phone
+81 3 5733 7166
Job Reference
JN-012025-6638517
Company Type
Foreign Multinational

Diversity & Inclusion at Michael Page

We don't just accept difference - we celebrate it. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply for this role and are committed to building inclusive, diverse workplaces where everyone can thrive. If you require any support or reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know.