Analyst, Procurement

We invite you to join Takasago, where you can be innovative and contribute to society through technology. The management of Takasago aims to create a company where each employee can experience a sense of fulfillment and happiness at a high level. Specifically, we strive to establish an environment where people from diverse backgrounds can work with joy and a sense of purpose, create a system that supports individual growth, and above all, implement management practices that enable employees to achieve a healthy work-life balance.

Takasago is a major global leader and producer of flavors and fragrances providing innovative solutions in flavors, fragrances, aroma ingredients, and fine chemicals. Takasago is headquartered in Japan and operates in over 27 countries, with manufacturing facilities, research and development centers, and sales offices worldwide. Takasago ranked 8th overall and 1st in Asia on the Global Top Food Flavors and Fragrances Companies.

Job Summary: The Procurement Analyst is responsible for supporting the Strategic Procurement Managers in sample requests, paperwork coordination, maintenance of SAP procurement parameters, and analyzing spend and identifying cost and cash savings opportunities. 

Essential Job Functions:

• Support procurement managers on operational needs (i.e. supplier follow ups, ad hoc analysis, SAP updates etc)
• Interface with quality, regulatory, and commercial teams on supplier certifications, follow-ups, and costing needs
• Resolution and Daily Support of Supplier Related Concerns to limit impact to Production
• Analyze monthly cost/cash report and make recommendations for improvement
• Assist with alternate sourcing process.  Request/log samples and documentation from suppliers.  Interface with Quality and Regulatory groups internally to ensure swift approval.
• Develop and deliver ad-hoc reporting and analytical projects in collaboration with procurement teams and other cross-functional partners

Educational Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in business, Finance, Supply Chain, or related discipline.

Experience: 

• Minimum of 2 years of business experience, preferably within the Flavor & Fragrance or other associated industries.   
• Knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices, and procedures within the procurement function
• Financial analysis or supply chain analysis 
• Ability to plan and follow up with daily tasks

Competencies:  

• Strong interest in the commercial aspects of business
• A strong personal drive
• Team player, pro-active, with good communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong analytical and project management skills
• High learning agility
• Detail oriented
• Highly organized and systematic
• Strong communication skills with business acumen
• Intermediate Excel skill and Power Point experience
• Experience in SAP (Desirable)

Physical Demands: Must be physically able to operate a variety of automated office machines which include a computer, printer, copy machine, calculator, telephone, etc. Must be able to work, move or carry objects or materials. Intermittent physical activity, including bending, reaching and prolonged periods of sitting. Physical demand requirements are at levels of those for sedentary office work.

Compliance with all Takasago International Corporation (U.S.A.) safety, health and environmental policies, procedures, protocols applicable to all work tasks performed. Consistent application of “ISO 14001 Environment Management System” and “OHSAS 18001 Health and Safety Management System” standards applicable to employee’s responsibilities is also required. 

Takasago’s Employee Benefits and Perks: Takasago offers flexible work arrangements, tuition assistance, health benefits, employee discounts to various services and products, and life insurance 1.5 times your salary. When we think about employee success and financial security, we think long-term. Takasago provides robust retirement savings plans, as well as an employee assistance program. We hope you will join us and achieve professional growth and enrichment.

EEO Statement: Takasago provides equal opportunities and equal access to all individuals regardless of race or ethnicity, sex/gender (including pregnancy), gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, civil union status, familial status, religion, national origin or citizenship, military service status, or any other category protected by law.