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3M Procurement Specialist in Tokyo, Japan

3M has a long-standing reputation as a company committed to innovation. We provide the freedom to explore and encourage curiosity and creativity. We gain new insight from diverse thinking, and take risks on new ideas. Here, you can apply your talent in bold ways that matter.

Job Description:

Main Responsibilities but not limited to

Manages the category of Site Services and R & D in Japan/Korea but not limited to. Lead and support Global project initiatives. Support deployment of Category and Sub-Category strategies in the responsible area Identify and drive procurement projects to deliver Cost/Cash savings. Ensure full compliance with all relevant policies and processes. Leverage and consolidate spend, rationalizing/ right sizing the supplier base. Maximize extending supplier payment terms for free cash flow optimization. Lead/execute commercial agreements negotiations with suppliers to obtain the best possible terms.

General Requirements:

  • Bachelor's degree or Masters Degree, preferably in Supply Chain or the equivalent

  • Minimum of 6-9 years relevant working experience

  • Strong understanding of procurement/strategic commodity management

  • Proficient in Microsoft applications and knowledge of Procurement tools

  • Good knowledge of strategic sourcing, tendering process, contract management, contract negotiation and contract governance

  • Excellent communication skills with all relevant stakeholders of internal company and external authorities.

  • Work independently and a team player.

  • Fluency in both of oral and written English and Japanese. Knowledge in Korean language will be an advantage.

Learn more about 3M’s creative solutions to the world’s problems at www.3M.com or on Twitter @3M.

Our approach to flexibility is called Work Your Way, which puts employees first and drives well-being in ways that enable 3M’s business and performance goals. You have flexibility in where and when work gets done. It all depends on where and when you can do your best work.

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