Supplies Clerk
ようどがかりじむいん
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Clerical Occupations
- Middle : Accounting Clerical Occupations
- Minor : Other Accounting Clerical Occupations
Summary
A job that handles clerical tasks related to supplies management, such as ordering, inventory management, and invoice payments for office supplies and consumables in companies or organizations.
Description
Supplies clerks in companies or public organizations handle a series of tasks including ordering daily-use items, supplies, and consumables, inventory management, delivery receipt and inspection, invoice processing, and payment procedures. They maintain appropriate inventory levels and are involved in cost and budget management. Coordination and negotiation with related departments and vendors are required, demanding accurate and prompt clerical processing skills.
Future Outlook
Amidst the progress in procurement efficiency and digital transformation (DX), the demand for personnel who can handle ordering and inventory management systems and automation tools remains stably high. While AI and RPA advance business automation, the value of specialized roles with management and negotiation skills is increasing.
Personality Traits
Excellent communication skills / Good at coordination / Meticulous / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Department Rotation / Full-time / Office Work / Remote Possible
Career Path
Junior Clerk (Supplies) → Senior Clerk (Purchasing and Inventory Management) → Purchasing Staff → Purchasing Leader → General Affairs and Accounting Manager
Required Skills
Basic Accounting Knowledge / Inventory Management System Operation / Invoice Issuance / Office Software
Recommended Skills
Bookkeeping (Level 3 or higher) / Communication Skills (English) / ERP/Order and Inventory System Operation / RPA
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because errors in invoices or inventory data are not allowed. |
| Communication Skills | Because there is a lot of coordination and negotiation with vendors and departments. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Many routine tasks, so creativity is not particularly required. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Mainly desk work, so low physical demands. |
Related Qualifications
- Japanese Chamber of Commerce Bookkeeping Certification Level 2 or higher
- MOS (Word, Excel)
Related Jobs
- Accounting Clerk
- Accounting Staff
- General Affairs Clerk