Operational Buyer

Your role

You will re responsible on

Integrated Supply Planning & MPS Leadership

• Develop and maintain mid‑term supply plans (0–24 weeks) aligned with S&OP/IBP decisions and factory constraints.
• Own the Master Production Schedule (MPS), applying finite‑capacity logic, production leveling (heijunka), and realistic lead-time models.
• Ensure planning stability, adherence, and proactive scenario‑based adjustments under demand variability.
• Govern planning master data accuracy (MOQ, safety stock, lot size, lead-time)..

Tactical & Operational Production Control

• Lead short-term scheduling, work order release, sequencing, and plan execution to support stable manufacturing performance at both Yachiyo and Ina.
• Manage material availability, shortages, exception messages, and daily cross-functional escalation routines.
• Ensure timely ECN implementation (cut‑in/cut‑out) with minimal disruption.

Cross‑Functional Coordination & Decision Support

• Act as the operational hub between Manufacturing, Procurement, Logistics, Engineering, Quality, and Global Supply Chain teams.
• Provide structured, data‑driven trade‑offs balancing capacity, materials, cost, and service.
• Lead operational participation in S&OP/IBP, customer escalations, and inter‑site alignment.

Inventory Strategy & Risk Management

• Implement inventory strategies (safety stock, DOH targets, E&O prevention) aligned with Planning & Operations Department guidelines.
• Conduct scenario planning for demand spikes, supply shortages, capacity disruptions, and emergency recovery.
• Support Business Continuity Planning (BCP) initiatives and maintain readiness for supply or factory disruptions.

Digital Enablement & KPI Performance

• Ensure high-quality planning data across ERP/MRP (SAP), MES, and planning dashboards.
• Drive digital capability improvements and adoption of standard planning processes.
• Track and improve KPIs:

• • OTD / plan adherence
  • Inventory turns & DOH
  • Forecast consumption and stability
  • Master data health

• Identify root causes of deviations and implement sustainable improvements..

People Leadership & Capability Development

• Lead and develop the planning and production control team, ensuring clear roles, escalation logic, and standard work.
• Build Planning Excellence capabilities, including digital literacy, scenario modeling, and cross-functional communication.
• Foster a culture of ownership, transparency, compliance, and continuous improvement aligned with Internal Project

To succeed, you will need

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Business, or related field.
• 8+ years of experience in supply planning, production planning, or production control in discrete manufacturing (machining/assembly preferred).
• Strong ERP/MRP literacy (SAP preferred) and analytical capability; Excel and dashboarding tools proficiency.
• Demonstrated cross-functional coordination and problem‑solving skills.
• Strong capability in scenario planning, risk assessment, and decision support.
• Business‑level English and fluent Japanese preferred.

In return, we offer

• Culture of trust and accountability
• Lifelong learning and career growth
• Innovation powered by people
• Comprehensive compensation and benefits
• Health and well-being

Job location

Hybrid
This role offers a hybrid working arrangement, allowing you to split your time between working remotely and being on-site at our Yachiyo Factory in Chiba, Japan.

Contact information

Talent Acquisition Team: Takara Kubota