Title: Buyer (Entry-Level)
Status: Full-Time, Non-Exempt, Entry Level
Annual Salary: $60,000.00
Regular Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00am to 5:00pm
Hybrid Office: 4 days/week in office, 1 day/week remote at home
An international sourcing company is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Entry-Level Buyer to join its U.S. team.
This role provides a great opportunity to learn global supply chain operations, grow your negotiation and communication skills.
Job Responsibilities:
- Communicate about customer requirements and product information with Japan Offices.
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Manage supply chain including negotiation with vendors for price, delivery and quality.
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Process operations for inquiries, quotations, orders, claims, logistics and invoices.
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Study industry trends and product technology.
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Be responsible for own accounts, with support from office team.
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Support new business development initiatives.
Requirements:
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University graduate with bachelor’s degree.
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Fluent in Japanese and English in sparking, reading, and writing.
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Confidence with communication skills to be used on audio/video calls, meetings with customers, vendors, internal employees, etc.
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Interest to develop negotiation skills (ability to persuade, ability to compromise, understand various points of view, etc.).
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Well-rounded education with interest in business, world affairs, science.
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Interest to learn about various industrial fields.
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Comfortable with travel, including flying, driving.
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Eager to work hard, ask questions, and take responsibility for actions.
