Procurement Sourcing Professional-Japanese Bilingual

At IBM a career is more than just a job — it's a journey of growth innovation and impact. Whether you're contributing through design development consulting or strategic thinking you'll play a pivotal role in shaping the future. We don't just improve existing technologies — we explore bold ideas and solve problems that have never been solved before. If you're ready to engage with the next era of technology and make a meaningful difference we want to hear from you.

As a Procurement Sourcing Professional you will be responsible for managing end-to-end sourcing activities to ensure timely cost-effective and compliant procurement of goods and services. Your key responsibilities include:

• Validate Purchase Specifications and Requirements
  Collaborate with internal stakeholders to confirm technical specifications quality standards and business requirements.
• Request for Quotation (RFQ) Management
  Prepare and send RFQs to suppliers ensuring clarity and completeness of requirements.
• Quotation Review and Clarification
  Analyze supplier quotations verify accuracy and coordinate with internal requestors and suppliers for any necessary clarifications.
• Supplier Negotiation and Contracting
  Negotiate on pricing terms and conditions to achieve optimal value while maintaining strong supplier relationships.
• End-to-End Process Oversight
  Manage the procurement cycle from RFQ through payment resolving issues in collaboration with the Application Support Team when necessary.
• Process Improvement
  Identify areas for process optimization and work with relevant departments to implement improvements that enhance efficiency and compliance.
• Data-Driven Decision Making
  Utilize AI tools and analytics to drive insights improve sourcing strategies and support informed decision-making.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration
  Work seamlessly across departments to ensure smooth execution of procurement activities and alignment with organizational goals.
• Compliance and Risk Management
  Ensure adherence to company policies legal requirements and risk mitigation strategies throughout the sourcing process.

Bachelor's Degree

- Japanese language capability. N1 Level.

- Supplier Partnerships: Cultivate and nurture strategic partnerships with suppliers negotiating contracts and agreements that optimize value quality and reliability. You'll be the bridge between us and our suppliers fostering collaboration and innovation.

- Cost Optimization: Drive cost-saving initiatives without compromising quality or service. Your analytical prowess will identify opportunities for cost reduction and efficiency enhancement across the sourcing process.

- Innovation Catalyst: Champion innovation within our supply chain seeking out new technologies processes and suppliers that offer competitive advantages. Your creative thinking will fuel our quest for continuous improvement.

- Cross-functional Collaboration: Collaborate closely with stakeholders across departments including finance operations and marketing to align sourcing strategies with business objectives. Your ability to navigate diverse perspectives will drive synergy and alignment.

• Data analyzing skills

• AI Automation skills