Procurement Agent Specialist (Junior / Mid-level) – Nagoya, Japan

Procurement Agent Specialist (Junior / Mid-level) – Nagoya, Japan Company: Boeing Japan Kabushiki Kaisha Boeing is currently seeking Procurement Agents/Supply Chain Management Analyst based in Nagoya, Japan. Would you like to be part of a team that manages one of the most dynamic and complex supply chains in the world? If the answer is yes, then we have an opportunity that may be a great fit for you. We are looking for a candidate with excellent verbal and written communication skills, flexibility to change tasks when priorities demand, and a positive, find-a-way attitude. Must be a self-starter with an ability to be self-directed and work individually or on teams. Creative, innovative thinkers, willing to propose new and modified processes is a plus. You must have the ability to have fun and a desire to be part of a strong, passionate team. Primary Job Responsibilities: As a Supply Chain Management Analyst, you will purchase Partner Managed Inventory (PMI) parts for Boeing’s Tier-1 consuming suppliers in Japan and Korea and help ensure on-time, high-quality and best cost for airplane parts for Boeing Commercial Airplanes by engaging with. Day-to-day job responsibilities may include, but not limited to: Follow established PMI procedures and process which ensures on-time delivery of parts in a complex global supply chain Performs audits and other forms of analysis of information from multiple sources to determine accuracy relative to delivery schedules, inventories levels, requirements, etc. Applies Supply Chain Management (SCM) methodologies to ensure coordination in the supply chain Coordinates and communicate with all external/internal stakeholders to support production requirements and mitigate the risk to the customers Analyze inventory plans and track inventory availability to support production Analyzes and dispositions excess and obsolete inventories Works under general direction to analyze demand and schedules to release and maintain purchase orders to support operations Manage and resolve order delinquencies and schedule adherence issues Inventory oversight and control inclusive of auditing, reconciling and ordering adjustments Maintain and enhance Material Requirements Planning (MRP)/Enterprise Resources Planning (ERP) system to ensure accuracy and compliance Support emergent or unplanned demand ordering Coordinates, adjusts, and updates part number attributes Establish and maintain relationships with suppliers and supply chain personnel Develop, recommend and maintain Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to drive performance to operational targets Drive to resolve issues which ensure safety, quality, and performance-to-plan Proactively identify and capture process improvement activities and cost savings opportunities Communicate supplier performance status to leadership and internal and external business partners Basic Qualifications: 1 year or more related work experiences, Understanding or experiencing manufacturing industries or Supply Chain experiences Excellent written and oral communication skills in English required Basic level and knows how to utilize Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) Supply chain knowledge and/or Procurement experience Proven ability to collaborate productively in multidiscipline teaming environments Enjoys system and process transactional work and takes the initiative to resolve exceptions and issues that arise Exercises critical thinking and innovative problem solving Intermediate Qualifications: 1-3 years or more related work experiences, Understanding or experiencing manufacturing industries or Supply Chain experiences Experience with ERP/SAP system Ability to analyze complex or large data sets to make informed decisions and arrive at an optimal solution Ability to work independently with guidance in a challenging environment  Enjoys root cause/corrective action and reconciliation activities to resolve documentation, order planning, demand, and/or inventory discrepancies. Applies a systems-thinking approach in managing and executing day-to-day individual work and tasks Business-level/Fluent both written and spoken in English Proficiency Preferred Qualifications: 3 years or more related work experiences, Understanding or experiencing with/in Boeing and/or aviation industry Understands Boeing Partner Managed Inventory (PMI) processes Experience using Boeing ERPLN System Familiar with the Interconnected Network (IN) Solution Proposes, communicates, and implements best-practice, knowledge sharing, and process improvement opportunities with team-members and leadership Ability to lead and influence the team Location: The selected candidate will be required to work on-site (with some flex) at Boeing Japan’s Nagoya office( or Supplier site office). Relocation: Relocation assistance is NOT a negotiable benefit for this position. Candidates must live in the immediate area or relocate at their own expense. Employers are NOT willing to sponsor applicants for employment visa status. Other job related information: This requisition is for a locally hired position. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the country where the position is located. Benefits and pay are determined at the local level and are not on Boeing US-based payroll. Other details will be communicated at the interview, or in the selection process. Language Requirements: English, Japanese Education: Not Applicable Relocation: Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position. Security Clearance: This position does not require a Security Clearance. Visa Sponsorship: Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status. Contingent Upon Award Program This position is not contingent upon program award Shift: Not a Shift Worker (Japan)