To get the best candidate experience, please consider applying for a maximum of 3 roles within 12 months to ensure you are not duplicating efforts.Job CategoryFinanceJob DetailsAbout SalesforceSalesforce is the #1 AI CRM, where humans with agents drive customer success together. Here, ambition meets action. Tech meets trust. And innovation isn’t a buzzword — it’s a way of life. The world of work as we know it is changing and were looking for Trailblazers who are passionate about bettering business and the world through AI, driving innovation, and keeping Salesforces core values at the heart of it all.Ready to level-up your career at the company leading workforce transformation in the agentic era? You’re in the right place! Agentforce is the future of AI, and you are the future of Salesforce.＊This position is open to candidates who have a disability certificate.Procurement Senior SpecialistAt Salesforce, we believe that everyone has unique skills and experiences to contribute. We are committed to building an inclusive and accessible workplace where all employees can thrive. This role is a key part of our Procurement team, focusing on ensuring a smooth and efficient purchasing process.What Youll ContributeAs a Procurement Senior Specialist, you will play a crucial role in managing our purchasing activities for indirect sourcing, which includes  HR, Professional services, Real Estate and Workplace Services(REWS), Marketing, and Meetings &amp; Events.You will be a key point of contact, helping internal teams navigate the purchasing process and providing excellent support to our suppliers. Your work will directly contribute to mitigating risks and delivering an exceptional purchasing experience for everyone involved.In this role, you will be an integral part of the procurement team, responsible for managing purchase requisitions from internal teams and negotiating contract terms with suppliers. This position is ideal for someone who can work autonomously and efficiently manage multiple tasks. We are looking for an individual who can make effective decisions, adapt to new situations, and apply prior knowledge to new challenges. We also value collaboration and welcome candidates from diverse backgrounds and with a variety of experiences.This position reports to the Senior Strategic Sourcing Manager based in Tokyo. Your primary responsibilities will include, but are not limited to, the following:Your Key Responsibilities⚫︎Purchase Requisition (PR) Management: Review and manage purchase requests (PRs) from internal teams, ensuring they align with company policies and contracts. This involves identifying key details and ensuring a smooth process from start to finish.This enables to pinpoint and solve key challenges, which in turn ensures the process runs smoothly.⚫︎ Contract Management: Work with suppliers to review and negotiate contract terms and pricing, ensuring all agreements include the appropriate legal details.⚫︎ Inquiry Management: Provide timely support to internal teams and suppliers, addressing questions about the purchasing process or sourcing activities. Youll help resolve issues and find solutions, even when the unresolved issues and/or  responsible party isnt immediately clear.⚫︎ KPI Management : Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) such as turnaround times for PRs and contracts. Youll use this data to identify opportunities for improvement and ensure high-quality performance.⚫︎ Continuous Improvement Help enhance our local purchasing processes in line with global standards. Youll analyze data to find ways to increase efficiency and communicate process updates to the wider organization. In the event of a process change, ensure it is reflected in the operations manual.⚫︎ Collaboration: Build and maintain strong relationships with internal teams, including Legal, Ethics &amp; Compliance, Finance, and Risk Management, to ensure a cohesive and effective purchasing function.This position may include the following responsibilities based on future needs<ul><li>Data Analytics and Insights:<ul><li>Navigate and process complex spreadsheets or datasets, providing insights and recommendations based on thorough data analysis.</li></ul></li><li>Global projects<ul><li>Serve as the primary contact for Japan, leading initiatives in global purchasing operational projects.</li></ul></li></ul>Skills and Experience We ValueWere looking for individuals who can demonstrate the following:⚫︎ More than three years of experience in operation management.⚫︎ Problem-Solving: The ability to integrate past experience with new information to identify the root cause of business challenges and lead them to a resolution.⚫︎ Communication: Strong written and verbal communication skills in Japanese and intermediate skills in English.⚫︎ Swift Responsiveness: The ability to prioritize tasks and manage them smoothly within deadlines, even in a changing environment. Youre a self-starter with a growth mindset.⚫︎ Collaboration: A collaborative and influential style when working within a team.⚫︎ Data Analysis: The ability to manage and understand data to provide insights.⚫︎ Compliance Awareness: A high level of awareness regarding compliance and ethical standards.⚫︎ Adaptability: An aptitude for learning and adapting to new technologies, including AI.Preferred Skills (Nice to Have)⚫︎ Experience in reviewing purchase requisitions, analyzing spending, or drafting and negotiating contract terms.⚫︎ Knowledge of Salesforce is a plus, but not required.If you require a reasonable accommodation during the selection process, please let us know at the following email address: pwd@salesforce.com ＊本職種は障害者手帳をお持ちの方を対象としています。購買シニアスペシャリストSalesforceでは、誰もが独自のスキルや経験を活かして貢献できると信じています。私たちは、すべての社員が成長できる、インクルーシブで働きやすい職場環境の構築に取り組んでいます。このポジションは、円滑で効率的な購買プロセスを確保するための重要な役割を担います。期待される貢献購買シニアスペシャリストとして、間接購買( HR、 Professional services、 Real Estate and Workplace Services(REWS)、 Marketing、and Meetings &amp; Events)に関する購買業務において中心的な役割を担っていただきます。社内チームが購買プロセスを進めるのをサポートし、サプライヤーに質の高い支援を提供することで、関わるすべての人に優れた購買体験を提供します。あなたの貢献は、リスクを最小限に抑え、チームの成功に直接結びつきます。本職務では購買チームの一員として、社内チームからの購買申請を管理する業務や、契約条件についてサプライヤーと交渉する業務を担う役割を期待しています。自律的に行動し、複数のタスクを効率的に処理できる方に最適です。効果的な意思決定ができ、新しい状況に適応し、これまでの知識を新しい課題に活かせる方を求めています。また、私たちは、協調性を重んじ、多様なバックグラウンドや経験を持つ方を歓迎します。本ポジションは、東京を拠点とするSenior Strategic Sourcing Managerにレポートします。具体的には、以下の業務を主に担当することになります。但し、これらに限定されるものではありません。主な職務内容⚫︎ 購買申請（PR）管理: 社内チームからの購買申請（PR）を審査し、会社のポリシーや契約内容に沿っているかを確認します。これにより、主要な課題を特定し、解決するとともに円滑なプロセスを確保します。⚫︎ 契約管理: サプライヤーと協力して契約条件や価格について交渉し、すべての合意内容に適切な法的条項が含まれていることを確認します。⚫︎ 問い合わせ対応: 購買プロセスや購買業務に関する質問に迅速に対応し、社員やサプライヤーをサポートします。未解決の課題や、担当者がすぐに分からない場合でも、問題解決に向けて調整し、解決策を見つけ出します。⚫︎ KPI管理: 購買申請（PR）や契約処理のリードタイムなど、主要なパフォーマンス指標（KPI）をモニタリングします。このデータを使って改善点を見つけ、質の高い業務遂行を確実にします。⚫︎ 継続的な改善: グローバルな基準に沿って、日本の購買プロセスをさらに向上させるのをサポートします。データを分析して効率化の方法を見つけ、プロセス変更を社内に共有します。プロセスの変更があった場合は、購買業務マニュアルにも反映させます。⚫︎ チームとの連携: 法務、倫理・コンプライアンス、財務、リスク管理など、社内の様々なチームと強固な関係を築き、一貫性のある効果的な購買体制を維持します。業務範囲拡大の可能性がある領域データ分析とインサイトの獲得<ul><li>購買実績データの分析を基にインサイトを獲得し、必要に応じ改善策をチームへ提案する</li></ul>グローバルプロジェクト<ul><li>グローバルとの購買関連プロジェクトにおいて、日本の窓口としてローカライズをする主導的な役割を担う</li></ul>私たちが求めるスキル・経験以下のスキルを持つ方を求めています。⚫︎ オペレーション業務の実務経験が3年以上⚫︎ 問題解決能力: これまでの経験と新しい情報を結びつけ、ビジネス上の課題の根本原因を特定し、解決へと導くことができる方。⚫︎ コミュニケーション能力: 日本語での優れたコミュニケーション能力（読み書き、会話）と、中級レベルの英語能力（読み書き）がある方。⚫︎ 迅速な対応力: 変化の速い環境でも、優先順位をつけながら、期限内に業務を円滑に進められる方。成長意欲を持ち、自ら積極的に行動できる方。⚫︎ 協調性: チーム内で協力し、周囲を巻き込みながら業務を進められる方。⚫︎ データ分析能力: データを管理し、そこから洞察を得られる方。⚫︎ コンプライアンス意識: コンプライアンスおよび倫理基準に対する高い意識がある方。⚫︎ 適応能力: AIを含む新しいテクノロジーを学び、業務に取り入れる意欲がある方。歓迎スキル・経験⚫︎ 購買申請のレビュー、支出分析、契約書の作成・交渉経験。⚫︎ Salesforceに関する知識は必須ではありませんが、歓迎します。選考にあたって合理的配慮が必要な方はこちらのEmailアドレス宛にお知らせください。 pwd@salesforce.comUnleash Your PotentialWhen you join Salesforce, you’ll be limitless in all areas of your life. 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