Materials Purchasing Clerk
しざいしいれじむいん
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Clerical Occupations
- Middle : Production-Related Clerical Occupations
- Minor : Production Site Clerks
Summary
A clerical position responsible for ordering materials and parts used in manufacturing sites or logistics bases, handling everything from purchasing to delivery scheduling and inventory management.
Description
Materials Purchasing Clerks primarily handle ordering and purchasing procedures for materials and parts necessary for manufacturing and logistics, delivery management, and inventory adjustments. They create purchase orders, input data into ordering systems, negotiate prices and delivery schedules with suppliers, inspect incoming goods, and optimize inventory to support stable production line operations. Frequent communication with internal and external stakeholders and suppliers requires accurate and prompt responses.
Future Outlook
With globalization and DX initiatives, procurement operations are advancing in automation and data analysis. Demand is increasing for personnel with advanced IT skills and negotiation abilities, and the value of this job field is expanding.
Personality Traits
Able to respond flexibly / Good team player / Meticulous / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Department Transfers / Flexitime / Office Work / Partial Remote Work Allowed
Career Path
Purchasing Staff → Materials Procurement Team Leader → Purchasing Department Manager → Supply Chain Manager
Required Skills
Business Document Creation / Excel (Advanced) / Inventory Management / Order Management System Operation
Recommended Skills
ERP System Operation / English Document Reading / Negotiation Skills / VBA (Advanced)
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because ordering mistakes or quantity errors can affect the production line. |
| Communication Skills | Because coordination with suppliers and internal departments occurs frequently. |
| Planning & Organization | Because accurate delivery management and inventory planning are necessary. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Because the work mainly follows standard procedures, and originality is not particularly required. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Because it is mainly desk work with low physical demands. |
Related Qualifications
- MOS Excel
- Nissho Bookkeeping Certification Level 3
Aliases
- Materials Purchasing Clerk
- Purchasing Clerk
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