Procurement Department [Procurement and Logistics Department Manager]
Annual salary: 9,990,000yen - 13,100,000 yen
Type: Japanese ：N1 level required
場所:Saitama Prefecture
■Resume and work history written in Japanese are required (There is a possibility that your application will not be processed if you only have English documents).
■We are a recruitment agency conducting this recruitment on behalf of the companies seeking employees.
■Japanese N1 required.
■Required:
Employment Type
Full-time Employee
Job Description
Organizational Vision
To become a distinctive player in the catalyst market.
Mission of the Assigned Department / Responsibilities / Role Appeal
Department Mission
Manage procurement of raw materials and precious metals, as well as logistics execution.
Reduce procurement costs and promote the use of cost-effective raw materials in product development.
About the Catalyst Division
The Catalyst Division was established in response to the increasing global awareness of environmental protection. It mainly produces "emission control catalysts" for motorcycles and automobiles, making it one of Mitsui Mining & Smelting's core businesses.
We supply catalysts globally that comply with environmental regulations in each country. In the motorcycle catalyst market, we hold a world-leading market share of 50%.
Even as EV adoption accelerates, gasoline and diesel vehicles still account for more than 90% of cars worldwide. Therefore, continuous demand for catalysts is expected. We are also developing advanced catalysts to meet increasingly stringent emission regulations worldwide.
About the Procurement Department
The organization is divided into Procurement and Logistics.
The Procurement Department sources catalyst raw materials such as precious metals, ceramics, metallic substrates, and alumina from domestic trading companies.
The Logistics Department supplies procured raw materials to domestic factories and overseas sites (Thailand, India, China, Indonesia, Vietnam, USA).
The Purchasing Department also engages in development procurement, collaborating with suppliers and R&D to introduce cost-effective raw materials without compromising quality.
Even candidates without inorganic materials expertise can learn our technology while collaborating with R&D.
Role Overview
Lead procurement of raw materials and precious metals for emission control catalysts used in automotive and motorcycle engines. Oversee material supply to production sites and manage procurement/logistics teams.
Manage team operations, execution, and labor.
Gather market and supply-demand information from suppliers and trading companies.
Conduct meetings and information exchange with suppliers, domestic/overseas production sites, and internal departments (3–4 overseas business trips annually).
Ensure compliance with procurement-related regulations (Export Trade Control Order, Poisonous and Deleterious Substances Control Act, Subcontract Act, etc.), as well as quality, labor safety, and environmental ISO standards.
Plan department objectives, handle budgets/monthly management, and develop team members.
Promote introduction and development of cost-effective raw materials during catalyst product development.
Collaborate with external suppliers and internal departments to propose and implement new materials.
Appeal of the Role
Opportunities to work globally with overseas production sites (6 countries) and international suppliers.
Career Path
Develop the ability to comprehensively manage procurement functions.
Gain experience and broaden expertise through contact with overseas production sites.
Salary & Benefits
Annual Salary: ¥9,990,000 – ¥13,100,000 (including overtime of 14h/month assumed)
Monthly Salary: ¥588,000～
Bonuses: Twice a year (June & December)
Salary is determined based on age, experience, and skills.
For management-level positions, overtime is not included.
Working Hours
9:00 AM – 6:00 PM (60 min break)
Probation
3 months (no changes in conditions)
Holidays & Leave
Full 5-day work week (Saturday, Sunday, national holidays off)
124 annual holidays
Paid leave: 2–20 days annually (depending on start date)
Other leave: Year-end/New Year holidays, etc.
Insurance
Full social insurance coverage (health, pension, employment, workers’ comp, corporate pension)
Allowances & Welfare
Commuting allowance (up to ¥33,260/month)
Family allowance (from ¥7,500/month)
Housing allowance (up to ¥28,000/month)
Company housing/dormitory available (for singles and families)
Retirement benefits (lump-sum, defined contribution & defined benefit pension)
Comprehensive training programs (career training, organizational programs, selected training, cafeteria-style learning system)
Certification support system
Support for obtaining a Ph.D. (with conditions)
Reemployment system for former employees
Sabbatical system for spouse’s transfer
Internal job posting system
Mortgage support system (with partner banks)
Childcare & nursing care leave system (exceeding legal requirements)
Shortened working hours until children finish 6th grade
Flexible working hours (no core time, except for some locations)
Remote work available (several days per week)
Qualifications
Education
High school graduate or above
Required
At least 3 years of managerial experience in procurement (direct purchasing of raw materials for industrial products), OR
At least 3 years of managerial experience in product development using inorganic materials
Proficiency in PC skills (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
English proficiency: TOEIC 500+, email and document reading/writing capability
Preferred
Experience managing teams plus procurement of products/raw materials involving import/export, or product development in collaboration with raw material suppliers
English: business-level phone conversations, negotiations, or overseas assignment experience
Work Location
Primary Location: Ageo City, Saitama Prefecture (Ageoshimo 1013-1)
No immediate transfers; future domestic/overseas transfers possible
Job type/location changes possible upon mutual agreement
Company HQ, group companies, and domestic/overseas branches/offices
Other Information
Work Style: Flexible working hours, remote work several times a week
Smoking Policy: Indoor smoking prohibited (designated smoking rooms available)
Selection Process: Document screening → Aptitude test → 3 interviews
1st interview: Online
2nd interview: On-site (Ageo office)
Final interview: Online
