Goods procurement clerk
ぶっぴんこうにゅうちょうたつじむいん
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Clerical Occupations
- Middle : Accounting Clerical Occupations
- Minor : Other Accounting Clerical Occupations
Summary
A job that handles procurement and purchasing of goods in companies, etc., performing clerical tasks such as obtaining quotes, placing orders, delivery management, inspection, and payment processing.
Description
Goods procurement clerks perform clerical tasks to procure necessary goods at appropriate costs and quality. They handle requesting and comparing quotes, creating purchase orders, negotiating with trading partners, adjusting delivery dates, inspection and quality checks, invoice processing, etc., and collaborate with procurement and on-site departments to carry out tasks. They manage data using purchasing management systems or Excel and other tools, and also handle payment tasks and inventory status checks.
Future Outlook
With the expansion of global procurement and diversification of supply chains, specialized skills are required. While IT and AI automation advances, the value of negotiation skills and risk management abilities is expected to continue.
Personality Traits
Cost-conscious / Good negotiation skills / Good team player / Polite and accurate
Work Style
Flextime system possible / Office work / Partial remote work possible
Career Path
Purchasing clerk (junior) → Purchasing staff → Materials procurement manager → Procurement department leader → Procurement director → Supply chain manager
Required Skills
Communication skills (phone and email correspondence) / Form processing / Office software / Order management system operation
Recommended Skills
Communication skills (business English) / Contract knowledge / Inventory management / VBA
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because mistakes in purchase orders or invoices can have a significant impact on costs and delivery dates. |
| Communication Skills | Because high interpersonal skills are required for negotiations with suppliers and internal coordination. |
| Planning & Organization | The ability to manage delivery dates and multiple ordering tasks in a planned manner is essential. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Because routine clerical work is the main focus, and creativity is not particularly required. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Because it is mainly desk work, the physical burden is low. |
Related Qualifications
- Nissho Bookkeeping Certification Level 2
- Nissho Bookkeeping Certification Level 3
Aliases
- Procurement clerk
- Purchasing clerk
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- Accounting clerk
- Logistics manager
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