An exciting opportunity is available for an experienced Japanese-Speaking Purchasing Manager to join a well-established international organisation in Brisbane
This is a key leadership role responsible for overseeing purchasing activities, managing supplier relationships, leading the procurement team, and developing strategies to improve cost efficiency and operational performance.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead, supervise and develop the purchasing/procurement team
- Develop and implement effective procurement strategies, policies and processes
- Source, evaluate and select suppliers based on quality, cost and delivery requirements
- Negotiate pricing, commercial terms and contracts with suppliers
- Manage procurement budgets and identify opportunities for cost savings
- Analyse supplier performance, market trends and procurement data
- Build and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers
- Work closely with Finance, Operations and Logistics teams
- Oversee purchase orders, delivery schedules and inventory requirements
- Resolve supplier issues and support continuous process improvement
About You
We are looking for someone with:
- Previous experience in Purchasing, Procurement or Supply Chain,
ideally at a management level
- Strong supplier management and commercial negotiation skills
- Experience leading or supervising a team
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Ability to manage budgets, costs and supplier performance
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
- Business-level Japanese and English
- Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities
What’s on Offer
- Management-level opportunity with significant responsibility
- Opportunity to use Japanese and English in a professional environment
- Broad responsibility across procurement strategy, supplier management and cost control
- Work closely with multiple areas of the business, including Finance, Operations and Logistics
- Permanent, full-time prospect with an established international business
Apply Now
If you are an experienced purchasing or procurement professional with strong Japanese and English communication skills, we would love to hear from you.
Please apply with your updated resume for a confidential discussion.