Product Purchasing Clerk
しょうひんしいれがかり
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Clerical Occupations
- Middle : Sales and Marketing Clerical Occupations
- Minor : Other Sales and Marketing Clerical Occupations
Summary
Handles all aspects of product purchasing operations, achieving appropriate product supply through negotiations with trading partners, ordering, cost management, and inventory management. An administrative position.
Description
Product Purchasing Clerks are specialists who procure the optimal products at the right timing, taking into account the needs of consumers and sales departments. They handle supplier selection and condition negotiations, creation of purchase orders, delivery management, monitoring of costs and quality, and adjustment of inventory levels to support sales activities. Collaboration with sales, logistics, and accounting departments is essential, requiring flexible adaptability and negotiation skills according to situations. They also contribute to efficient supply chain construction through operation of ERP and procurement systems, as well as market trend analysis.
Future Outlook
As global procurement expands and supply chain optimization advances, purchasing operations will accelerate with digitalization and automation. Demand will increase for personnel with ERP and AI utilization skills, as well as knowledge of environmentally and socially considerate procurement.
Personality Traits
Calm and composed / Has negotiation skills / Pays attention to details / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Career Path
Product Purchasing Assistant → Product Purchasing Clerk → Purchasing Leader → Purchasing Manager → Procurement Director
Required Skills
Accounting knowledge / Excel (Advanced) / Inventory and delivery management / Supplier selection and evaluation
Recommended Skills
Communication skills (English) / Data analysis (BI tools) / ERP operation / Negotiation skills
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Quantity or delivery errors can have a significant impact on transactions and inventory. |
| Communication Skills | High communication skills are required for price negotiations and adjustments with suppliers. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Numerical processing ability is essential for price negotiations and budget management. |
| Planning & Organization | Important for planning and organizing ordering timing and inventory management. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Mainly desk work with low physical demands. |
Related Qualifications
- Nissho Bookkeeping Certification
- Salesperson Qualification
Aliases
- Buyer (Administrative)
- Product Purchasing Staff
- Purchasing Staff
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