- Oficina en Tokyo
We’re Hiring: Specialist, Vendor Maintenance (Japan Market)
At Regeneron, we’re committed to fostering innovation and operational excellence in every aspect of our work. We’re seeking a Specialist, Vendor Maintenance to join our global procurement team and support our operations in the Japan market. This hybrid role is pivotal in ensuring our purchasing functions adhere to established procurement policies and procedures. You’ll collaborate with global stakeholders, manage supplier data integrity, and contribute to the efficiency of procurement workflows. If you’re passionate about driving compliance, maintaining high standards, and working in a dynamic, collaborative environment, we’d love to hear from you!
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A Typical Day:
- Manage approved purchase requests (PRs) and create purchase orders (POs) in a timely manner, ensuring accuracy in item structure, supplier details, and appropriate tax and delivery instructions.
- Analyze and close identified POs, liaise with suppliers, and ensure compliance with documentation and policies.
- Resolve invoice holds promptly and identify opportunities for process improvements in workflows and tools.
- Initiate and support supplier requests, ensuring alignment with category strategies and compliance with supplier onboarding processes.
- Maintain and update supplier records in systems like Oracle and SharePoint, ensuring accuracy and avoiding duplication.
- Collaborate with stakeholders and suppliers to gather necessary information and approvals for vendor maintenance activities.
- Conduct special projects related to supplier onboarding and provide regular reports and professional documentation as required.
- Communicate effectively to escalate procurement-related issues and provide thorough support to procurement needs.
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This Role May Be For You If:
- You are detail-oriented and thrive in structured workflow systems.
- You possess strong analytical and problem-solving skills, maintaining high accuracy in your work.
- You have excellent communication skills, enabling you to interact effectively with internal stakeholders and suppliers.
- You are a self-starter who can work independently while anticipating procurement needs.
- You enjoy collaborating with global teams and contributing to process improvements.
- You are comfortable operating in dynamic and ambiguous environments, driving change and innovation.
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To Be Considered:
The ideal candidate will have at least 4 years of experience in procurement, accounts payable, or a similar financial management role, preferably within a multinational organization. You should be proficient in ERP systems (SAP/Oracle) and Microsoft Office tools. A strong understanding of procurement-to-payment processes, policies, and procedures is essential. Business-level English and native-level Japanese proficiency are required. Experience in driving improvements in ambiguous environments is highly valued.
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If you’re ready to make a meaningful impact in a global organization, we encourage you to apply and join our mission-driven team!
Does this sound like you? Apply now to take your first step towards living the Regeneron Way! We have an inclusive and diverse culture that provides comprehensive benefits, which often include (depending on location) health and wellness programs, fitness centers, equity awards, annual bonuses, and paid time off for eligible employees at all levels!
Regeneron is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or belief (or lack thereof), sex, nationality, national or ethnic origin, civil status, age, citizenship status, membership of the Traveler community, sexual orientation, disability, genetic information, familial status, marital or registered civil partnership status, pregnancy or parental status, gender identity, gender reassignment, military or veteran status, or any other protected characteristic in accordance with applicable laws and regulations. The Company will also provide reasonable accommodation to the known disabilities or chronic illnesses of an otherwise qualified applicant for employment, unless the accommodation would impose undue hardship on the operation of the Company's business.
For roles in which the hired candidate will be working in the U.S., the salary ranges provided are shown in accordance with U.S. law and apply to U.S.-based positions. For roles which will be based in Japan and/or Canada, the salary ranges are shown in accordance with the applicable local law and currency. If you are outside the U.S, Japan or Canada, please speak with your recruiter about salaries and benefits in your location.
Please note that certain background checks will form part of the recruitment process. Background checks will be conducted in accordance with the law of the country where the position is based, including the type of background checks conducted. The purpose of carrying out such checks is for Regeneron to verify certain information regarding a candidate prior to the commencement of employment such as identity, right to work, educational qualifications etc.
