Japanese speaking Purchasing Specialist

Company Overview

A leading UK-based food distribution and wholesale business is seeking a Purchasing Specialist. The company specializes in providing high-quality products to retailers and food service businesses, ensuring efficient supply chain and procurement operations.

We are looking for an experienced Purchasing Specialist to join our procurement team. This is a key role for a candidate who can bring expertise in purchasing and supply chain management, ideally with experience in the food industry.

• Manage purchasing activities for assigned product categories.
• Negotiate with suppliers to secure competitive pricing and favorable terms.
• Monitor inventory levels and coordinate with internal teams for demand planning.
• Ensure compliance with import/export regulations and company policies.
• Support forecasting and stock management to optimize supply chain efficiency.

• Language:
  Fluent Japanese speaker with strong business-level English.
• Experience:
  
  5–10 years in purchasing, procurement, or supply chain management.
• Food industry experience is highly desirable, but candidates with experience in inventory control, sales forecasting, import/export operations, or retail ordering will also be considered.
• Strong negotiation and analytical skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Familiarity with trade and logistics processes is a plus.
• Eligibility:
  Must hold a valid UK work visa.

Salary will be commensurate with experience and skills.