Purchasing specialist (global support)Cebu Mitsumi, Inc.

We are looking for a Purchasing Specialist (Global Support) who will coordinate activities related to the purchase and distribution of materials, equipment, and supplies within the manufacturing facility.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Estimate cost by reviewing the market price and determining the supplier's cost
Manages negotiation and implementation of all technical modifications.
Manages the event ordering (RFQ, negotiation, ordering, expediting delivery)
Domestic and global sourcing to support multiple brands
Work on new product launches
Set cost reduction programs in place and account for all direct material costs of the product.
Project management of all purchasing activity (budget, timing, holding self and others accountable for delivering timely results) for multiple, concurrent new product development programs.
Ensure product launch meets all program targets for quality, cost, and timing.
Accountable
Holds suppliers accountable to commitments and project deliverables independently and takes the appropriate steps to escalate when required.
Find new cost-effective materials, parts, and/or products for current models and/or new programs.
Ensure the documentation is set (General Agreement on Purchase of parts, Initial Supplier Assessment, Signed Quality Manual, for an approved supplier list, etc.)
Apply the necessary information to the Local Procurement Technical Assessment and arrangement of a meeting if necessary.
Support other departments if necessary.
Keep a good relationship with the suppliers (The supplier is our partner).
Required Education and Experience:
Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, or related field or equivalent experience
At least 3-5 years of procurement experience in a manufacturing facility required
Experience with negotiation, sourcing, bidding, contracting, supplier performance management, and risk management
Knowledge of purchasing systems (such as SAP) and MRP systems (such as JD Edwards Enterprise One) is a plus
Fluent in Japanese and experience with multiple cultures is a plus
Experience in International Trade Practice is a plus
Knowledge / Experience in 6S/5S is a plus
(Lean) Six Sigma belt holder is a plus
Why join MinebeaMitsumi Cebu?
Competitive compensation package
13th month pay
Premium Pay: OT/ Holidays/ Rest Days/ Night Shift Premium (As applicable)
Medical Insurance (HMO) Coverage for Employees, with the option to enroll Dependents
Accident Insurance for Employees, with the option to enroll Dependents
Paid Sick Leaves and Vacation Leaves (convertible to cash)
Annual Merit Increase
Company Initiated benefits (Mortuary Assistance for employees and dependents, Hospitalization Assistance, Emergency Loan)
Early Retirement and Standard Retirement Plan
Loyalty benefits
Career advancement and promotion opportunities
With overseas training and/ or deployment opportunities to MinebeaMitsumi Global Factories