Procurement Manager Logistics

Purchasing Logistics / Supply Chain Japan, Shinagawa, Tokyo-To Full Time Regular
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About this Position

We are looking for a Procurement Logistics Manager to lead regional and local sourcing activities across APAC, with a focus on Japan and Korea. This role is responsible for driving logistics procurement strategies, optimizing supplier performance, and delivering cost-efficient, high-quality logistics solutions in close collaboration with global and regional stakeholders. 

What you´ll do 

  • Manage regional and local procurement activities for logistics categories, including warehousing, transportation, customs brokerage, on-carriage, and parcel services
  • Develop and execute mid- to long-term sourcing strategies aligned with global and regional objectives
    Define and manage supplier portfolio, including building new strategic supplier partnerships
  • Lead and implement regional logistics sourcing projects and tenders, including M&A-related logistics setup optimization
  • Collaborate with Supply Chain teams to identify cost reduction and service improvement opportunities
  • Monitor market trends, industry insights, and innovations to support strategic decision-making
  • Conduct regular risk assessments and implement mitigation strategies
  • Manage pricing development and cost optimization for assigned categories
  • Drive supplier performance management and Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) activities
  • Coordinate cross-functional initiatives such as savings projects, sustainability, innovation, and digitalization
  • Challenge and enhance sourcing strategies and financial targets in alignment with global category leadership

What makes you a good fit

 Must-Have Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s or master’s degree in Logistics, Supply Chain, Business Administration, or related field
  • Minimum 5 years of experience in logistics sourcing and/or supply chain management
  • Strong knowledge of APAC logistics market, particularly Japan and/or Korea
  • Solid procurement experience, including negotiation and contract management
  • Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving skills
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities
  • Fluent level of Japanese, Business-level English proficiency 

Nice to Have

  • Experience in FMCG or chemical industry logistics sourcing
  • Project management experience and ability to drive cross-functional initiatives
  • Experience with SAP Ariba, Transport Management Systems (e.g. OTM), or e-sourcing tools (e.g. Coupa)
  • Korean language skills
  • Experience in business case development and strategic planning

Some perks of joining Henkel

  • Flexible work scheme with flexible hours, hybrid work model, and work from anywhere policy for up to 30 days per year
  • Diverse national and international growth opportunities
  • Global wellbeing standards with health and preventive care programs
  • Gender-neutral parental leave for a minimum of 8 weeks
  • Employee Share Plan with voluntary investment and Henkel matching shares
  • Retirement Pension Plan (Corporate DC and CB composition)
  • Sick Leave
  • Group Term Life Insurance
  • Supplementary Workers' Accident Insurance

At Henkel, we come from a broad range of backgrounds, perspectives, and life experiences. We believe the uniqueness of all our employees is the power in us. Become part of the team and bring your uniqueness to us! We welcome all applications across different genders, origins, cultures, religions, sexual orientations, disabilities, and generations.

JOB ID: 26093615

Job Locations: Japan, Tokyo-To, Shinagawa

Contact information for application-related questions: recruitment.jp@henkel.com

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Over Henkel

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