PURCHASING SPECIALIST -Japanese bilingual

Purchasing Specialist – Japanese Bilingual Location: Bloomingdale, IL Salary: $75,000–$90,000 per year (DOE) Job Type: Full-time Schedule: Monday–Friday, flexible starting time Travel: Approximately 10% Work Style: Hybrid (1 day WFH/week) Position Overview A manufacturing company (Automotive parts) is seeking a Japanese Bilingual Purchasing Specialist to join its headquarters office in Bloomingdale, IL. This position is responsible for sourcing materials, components, and tooling for manufacturing facilities in the U.S. and Canada, managing supplier relationships, negotiating pricing, and supporting cost reduction initiatives. The ideal candidate has at least 3 years of purchasing experience, preferably in the automotive, aerospace, OEM, or related manufacturing industries. Local candidates are preferred. Key Responsibilities Source materials, components, and tooling to support manufacturing operations and new product development. Develop supplier relationships and negotiate pricing, contracts, delivery schedules, and terms. Evaluate quotations, issue purchase orders and bid requests, and support trial orders. Analyze procurement costs and implement cost reduction strategies, including annual price negotiations. Identify and evaluate new suppliers based on technical capabilities, quality, pricing, and reliability. Collaborate with Engineering, manufacturing facilities, and suppliers on technical specifications and purchasing requirements. Resolve supplier‑related issues involving quality, delivery, and invoicing. Monitor supply chain risks, market trends, and material availability. Communicate with overseas headquarters and support purchasing activities across multiple facilities. Perform other purchasing‑related duties as assigned. Qualifications 3+ years of purchasing, procurement, or buyer experience prpeferred Japanese and English bilingual proficiency preferred Purchasing experience in automotive, aerospace, OEM, or related manufacturing preferred. Strong negotiation, communication, analytical, and organizational skills. Technical understanding of manufacturing components and design. Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook. Working knowledge of ERP or MRP systems. Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Purchasing, Business, or a related field preferred. CPP, CPSM, or similar certification is a plus. Ability to travel approximately 10%. #J-18808-Ljbffr Pasona Inc. (United States)