Procurement Manager

Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. Fast Retailing Co. LTD (FR) is a leading global Japanese retail holding company that designs, manufactures and sells clothing under six main brands: Comptoir des Cotonniers, GU., Helmut Lang, Princesse tam.tam, Theory and UNIQLO. FR is the world’s fourth largest apparel retail company, and UNIQLO is Japan’s leading specialty retailer. Today UNIQLO has more than 1,140 stores worldwide – seven of which are in the United States. Rapid expansion is targeted for the United States, China & Europe and UNIQLO is poised to enter new markets. With a corporate statement committed to changing clothes, changing conventional wisdom and changing the world, FR and UNIQLO are dedicated to creating great clothing with new and unique value to enrich the lives of people everywhere. Position Overview: Uniqlo is a part of the Fast Retailing Group which is the world’s 3rd largest manufacturer and retailer of private label apparel. Uniqlo generated approximately $20 billion in sales from 2,250 stores in 25 countries and regions. By working with the company management and Heads of departments, you can directly change the financial figures to bring a big impact to UNIQLO North America business and to our customers. You will learn the UNIQLO North America operations and will be exposed to the different elements of business challenges and opportunities leading to transforming higher profitability structures. The purpose of this role is to be the Change Leader of UNIQLO North America business, analyze the figures to find cost saving opportunities and execute strategic projects with various departments to bring results. As the business grows, it is imperative for the company to control costs and accelerate strategic investments to change the Profit and Loss structure. Responsibilities: Cost analysis and control Identify cost saving and strategic investment opportunities Monitor cost saving achieved after execution and analyze cost optimisation outcome Coordinate with various teams across the business to drive cost optimization opportunities Review contracts and develop understanding of key cost optimization drivers Lead the projects and coordinate with the stakeholders to deliver an outcome within set timelines Strategic Business Partner Partner with CEO, CFO, COOs and Heads of department to understand the business, growing opportunities and build a strong execution plan Assess performance of responsible departments from objective view to help resolve issues and bring changes in business results Lead and develop regional and global business transformation projects Strategic supplier management and investment Run Purchasing committee with the management to determine the objectives and ROI of the company spend Develop costs/supplier database and analyze the information gathered as benchmark tool in decision making process Take initiative in identifying areas of improvement to strengthen a low-cost mindset across the business Other duties assigned by supervisor Qualifications: At least full 3 years experience within Finance cost control, Financial Consulting or Procurement Experience in business partnering role and excellent execution skills Experience working in a fast-paced and high pressured working environment Strategic thinking and good analytical skills Excellent communications skills at all levels High flexibility and strong work ethics Creative approach and continuous improvement mindset What Can Be Gained? Large opportunity for growth and upward mobility as the brand grows Learn and experience directly from management team Deep analytical skill set and project management skills Ability to negotiate with suppliers Ability to drive North American expansion of the business Global working opportunity with UNIQLO entities across the world Salary: $95,000 - $106,000 annually* *The offered salary or salary range is based on several factors, including, but not limited to, overall experience, relevant experience, education level, certifications, applicable skills and expertise, and location of the position. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, UNIQLO USA does not discriminate against applicants or employees because of race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, veteran status, disability, age, citizenship, marital or domestic/civil partnership status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression or because of any other status or condition protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Seniority level

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