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Procurement Senior Specialist
At Salesforce we believe that everyone has unique skills and experiences to contribute. We are committed to building an inclusive and accessible workplace where all employees can thrive. This role is a key part of our Procurement team focusing on ensuring a smooth and efficient purchasing process.
What Youll Contribute
As a Procurement Senior Specialist you will play a crucial role in managing our purchasing activities for indirect sourcing which includes HR Professional services Real Estate and Workplace Services(REWS) Marketing and Meetings & Events.
You will be a key point of contact helping internal teams navigate the purchasing process and providing excellent support to our suppliers. Your work will directly contribute to mitigating risks and delivering an exceptional purchasing experience for everyone involved.
In this role you will be an integral part of the procurement team responsible for managing purchase requisitions from internal teams and negotiating contract terms with suppliers. This position is ideal for someone who can work autonomously and efficiently manage multiple tasks. We are looking for an individual who can make effective decisions adapt to new situations and apply prior knowledge to new challenges. We also value collaboration and welcome candidates from diverse backgrounds and with a variety of experiences.
This position reports to the Senior Strategic Sourcing Manager based in Tokyo. Your primary responsibilities will include but are not limited to the following:
Your Key Responsibilities
Purchase Requisition (PR) Management: Review and manage purchase requests (PRs) from internal teams ensuring they align with company policies and contracts. This involves identifying key details and ensuring a smooth process from start to enables to pinpoint and solve key challenges which in turn ensures the process runs smoothly.
Contract Management: Work with suppliers to review and negotiate contract terms and pricing ensuring all agreements include the appropriate legal details.
Inquiry Management: Provide timely support to internal teams and suppliers addressing questions about the purchasing process or sourcing activities. Youll help resolve issues and find solutions even when the unresolved issues and/or responsible party isnt immediately clear.
KPI Management : Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) such as turnaround times for PRs and contracts. Youll use this data to identify opportunities for improvement and ensure high-quality performance.
Continuous Improvement Help enhance our local purchasing processes in line with global standards. Youll analyze data to find ways to increase efficiency and communicate process updates to the wider the event of a process change ensure it is reflected in the operations manual.
Collaboration: Build and maintain strong relationships with internal teams including Legal Ethics & Compliance Finance and Risk Management to ensure a cohesive and effective purchasing function.
This position may include the following responsibilities based on future needs
Data Analytics and Insights:
Navigate and process complex spreadsheets or datasets providing insights and recommendations based on thorough data analysis.
Global projects
Serve as the primary contact for Japan leading initiatives in global purchasing operational projects.
Skills and Experience We Value
Were looking for individuals who can demonstrate the following:
More than three years of experience in operation management.
Problem-Solving: The ability to integrate past experience with new information to identify the root cause of business challenges and lead them to a resolution.
Communication: Strong written and verbal communication skills in Japanese and intermediate skills in English.
Swift Responsiveness: The ability to prioritize tasks and manage them smoothly within deadlines even in a changing environment. Youre a self-starter with a growth mindset.
Collaboration: A collaborative and influential style when working within a team.
Data Analysis: The ability to manage and understand data to provide insights.
Compliance Awareness: A high level of awareness regarding compliance and ethical standards.
Adaptability: An aptitude for learning and adapting to new technologies including AI.
Preferred Skills (Nice to Have)
Experience in reviewing purchase requisitions analyzing spending or drafting and negotiating contract terms.
Knowledge of Salesforce is a plus but not required.
If you require a reasonable accommodation during the selection process please let us know at the following email address:
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