Sourcing Engineer / ソーシング エンジニア (調達)

Your Job

Our Team

The Sourcing Department supports both domestic and international production activities through close collaboration with internal teams and external suppliers. Members work as procurement professionals, engaging in frequent communication and negotiation with various stakeholders while building strong buyer, communication, and negotiation skills.

The department works with many internal and external functions, offering opportunities to apply prior manufacturing or factory experience. Even early-career members can take on challenges and make meaningful contributions.

Through interactions with a wide range of external partners - from small and mid-sized suppliers to large listed and global companies - team members gain valuable exposure to senior executives and develop strong professional networks.

We support employees in building their careers through flexible work styles and opportunities to pursue certifications such as CPP or SME Consultant. Language development, especially in English, is also encouraged, with opportunities to collaborate with overseas Molex sites and participate in international business travel.

What You Will Do

• Manage procurement-related operations with domestic and international stakeholders, identify issues, and independently drive their resolution.
• Serve as a buyer responsible for purchased components sourced from suppliers in Japan.
• Act as a key liaison among Shizuoka Plant teams, internal departments, and external suppliers.
• Lead sourcing and procurement activities for production materials (components and raw materials) supplied from Japan to overseas Molex manufacturing sites.
• Manage a broad range of commodities, including resin raw materials, non-ferrous metals, and other production materials.
• Support supplier management and production planning during material shortages or supply constraints.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives in collaboration with Shizuoka Plant operations and other internal stakeholders.

Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)

• ・Self-motivated and passionate team player with a proactive attitude toward taking on new challenges and responsibilities.
• ・Bachelor's degree in Engineering (e.g., Electronics, Mechanical Engineering) or a business-related field.
• ・Knowledge of hardware manufacturing processes and procurement/sourcing activities.
• ・Strong multitasking skills with the perseverance to drive continuous improvement initiatives.
• ・Ability to effectively represent the company and communicate with internal and external stakeholders.
• ・Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint, or a strong willingness to learn these tools.
• ・Strong desire to develop professionally through sourcing activities, including prototype material procurement, and to advance one's career.
• ・Japanese: Fluent level proficiency.

What Will Put You Ahead

・At least 5 years of practical experience in functions related to manufacturing operations, such as Procurement, Production Control, Engineering, or Quality Assurance.

・Ability to analyze data using Excel and identify and resolve business issues; experience with advanced functions and VBA/macros is a plus.

・Strong commitment to investigating root causes and solving problems in a systematic manner.

・Ability to leverage both Japanese and English communication skills (speaking, reading, and writing) to resolve business challenges effectively.

・English: Intermediate business-level proficiency or above.

At Koch companies, we are entrepreneurs. This means we openly challenge the status quo, find new ways to create value and get rewarded for our individual contributions. Any compensation range provided for a role is an estimate determined by available market data. The actual amount may be higher or lower than the range provided considering each candidate's knowledge, skills, abilities, and geographic location. If you have questions, please speak to your recruiter about the flexibility and detail of our compensation philosophy.

Who We Are

At Koch, employees are empowered to do what they do best to make life better. Learn how our business philosophy helps employees unleash their potential while creating value for themselves and the company.

Additionally, everyone has individual work and personal needs. We seek to enable the best work environment that helps you and the business work together to produce superior results.