NPS Manager City: Shinagawa **We are Reckitt** **そのチカラを自由に使え。** **今の自分を超えていけ。** FREE YOUR POWER. PROGRESS YOURSELF. レキット（Reckitt）は、「人々を守り・癒し・育む」という企業理念のもと、衛生・健康・栄養に関する製品を世界中へ届けています。日本においては、薬用せっけん「ミューズ」、着圧ソックス「メディキュット」、食洗機用洗剤「フィニッシュ」、除毛剤「ヴィート」、コンドーム「Durex」等のブランドを展開しています。 ブランド紹介: https://reckitt.com/jp/%E3%83%96%E3%83%A9%E3%83%B3%E3%83%89/ **SUMMARY** This position is for the management of Raw/Pack material sourcing portfolio and co-packer (EMO) management , and indirect commercial spend in Japan. This involves both direct management of spends and indirect management of sourcing for Reckitt nominated suppliers. The position will report to the Indirect Procurement Manager, ASEAN. The position is based inTokyoand will be managing the direct and indirect procurement spends for ReckittJapan **SCOPE / DIMENSIONS OF ROLE** + Responsible for managing the raw/pack material spend forJapanco-packers which are used indomestic, and export finished goodsand responsible for a category portfolio to be sourced in Japan. + Sources certain finished goods from approved copackers. + Apart from the regular/ current raw/pack materials, the role will also drive the business growth through the identification and evaluation of new materials to support New Product launches. + Responsible for leading the Japan initiatives with a primary focus on Marketing/Sales investment and Commercial Fixed Costs + Develops relevant category strategies aligned with internal key stakeholders that drive total cost savings and increase spends under Procurement management + The role will utilize spend analytics, sourcing management processes, negotiate all terms and conditions, secure signed contracts, manage key supplier relationships, ensure continuity of business **RESPONSIBILITIES / ACCOUNTABILITIES** + Fully accountable for the overall portfolio strategy and delivery of aligned targets + Works closely and cross-functionally with country key stakeholders in understanding needs, objectives and priorities to optimize total cost, quality and service to develop and execute sound sourcing strategies in partnership with internal stakeholders and suppliers + Develops Raw/Pack/Co-packer material spend budget for the next year, in alignment with global/ regional and local commodity guidelines and expectations + Understands Marketing / Sales investment and Commercial Fixed Costs, analyses category markets and translates into actionable strategies and forward-looking analyses + Develop & manage commercial category roadmap such as Social & Digital, Consumer Promotion & POSM, E-commerce and support commercial fixed cost optimization initiatives to drive long-term growth + Identifies and monitor risks and opportunities related to each category. Drive the organization to mitigate identified risks and to quickly implement opportunities adopting creative solutions + For major commodities, an in-depth understanding of the cost drivers, market dynamics and cost modeling is essential **KEY CHALLENGES** + The portfolio has a mix of globally managed and locally managed itemsacross all categories. A high extent of alignment is required with the global/regionalteam for the global/regionalitems, while being fully responsible for the implementations of strategies locally + Sustain market knowledge for both local and global items. Continually scan the environment for feedstock trends and market conditions to evaluate quick sourcing decisions + Reckitt is a multi-stakeholder organization, and procurement decisions can have significant implications on the business results. Management of this complexity and high use of networking and influencing skills are very critical for this position + Being in a position which is highly susceptible to commodity movements, delivery of successful results is highly dependent on cost optimization projects. Development of ideas and successful implementation requires a close interface between suppliers & project teams + Reckitt delivers a high percentage of growth through the launch of new products. Success of such projects is dependent on evaluation of optimised sourcing options and timely and aggressive delivery before the target dates + Requires strong stakeholders’ management skills as high level of exposure to local leadership team **PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS/ EXPERIENCE** + Having at least 5 years of experience with 3 years in relevant industry , managerial experience will be a plus. + Familiar with leading complex, cross-functional, sourcing projects + Ability to interact in a matrix structure across multiple levels of management + Track record of high-level negotiation and influencing skills + Should be able to communicate in English confidently and without error- orally and in writing + University graduate - additional qualification in materials management, purchasing or business administration preferable. + Proven Category Management expertise, within Indirect, ideally with exposure across Marketing and commercial fixed costs. **PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES** + Strong understanding of business parameters and the impact of individual decisions on business results + Strong drive to undertake and achieve stretch targets, often in a very challenging and high-pressure environment. + Ability to manage stakeholder expectations through strong influencing and conflict management skills. + Ability to work in and manage cross functional teams to achieve business objectives + Should exhibit dynamic thinking and problem-solving skills in the face of constraints **Equality** We recognise that in real life, great people don't always 'tick all the boxes'. That's why we hire for potential as well as experience. Even if you don't meet every point on the job description, if this role and our company feels like a good fit for you, we still want to hear from you. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, disability or medical condition; colour, ethnicity, race, citizenship, and national origin; religion, faith; pregnancy, family status and caring responsibilities; sexual orientation; sex, gender identity, gender expression, and transgender identity; protected veteran status; size or any other basis protected by appropriate law.