Sales & Purchasing / Supplier Relations Specialist
Job ID eigyo1 | Post date Dec 18, 2025
Job Description
Join Legend Metal as a Sales & Purchasing / Supplier Relations Specialist and take an active role in managing supplier relationships, purchasing operations, and commercial negotiations within the automotive and electronics recycling industry.
This is a business-focused buyer / procurement role, not a factory.
You will work independently in your assigned region (Kyushu or another area), acting as the primary contact for suppliers and partners, coordinating deliveries, managing documentation, and negotiating commercial conditions.
Training will be conducted at our Main Branch in Saitama (2–3 months), followed by relocation to Kyushu with company support.
Key Responsibilities
• Source, evaluate, and manage products and relationships with suppliers and business partners
• Lead price discussions and negotiations
• Coordinate deliveries, schedules, and logistics with suppliers and headquarters
• Prepare purchase orders, procurement documentation, and simple commercial reports
• Visit suppliers by car within the assigned area to maintain strong relationships
What Makes This Position Attractive
•High level of autonomy — manage your own area and supplier network
•Clear career path from training to independent regional responsibility
•Exposure to real business negotiations and decision-making
•Long-term opportunity in a stable, growing company
•Hands-on training provided — no prior industry experience required
Requirements
•Japanese: Intermediate to business level (able to communicate with suppliers and partners)
•Basic English for internal communication (not mandatory)
•Communication and negotiation skills
•Independent, reliable, and well-organized working style
•Valid driver’s license (required for supplier visits)
•Currently residing in Japan and willing to relocate to Kyushu
•Willingness to complete 2–3 months of hands-on training at the Main Branch in Saitama
Training & Onboarding
You will begin with structured, hands-on training at Legend Metal’s Main Branch (Saitama) under the guidance of experienced members. Training includes product evaluation, pricing fundamentals, supplier communication, and procurement documentation.
After completion of the training, you will be assigned to Kyushu as a full-time specialist.
The company will provide support with relocation, including guidance on housing and local setup.
Work Environment
•Working hours: 40 hours per week + 30 hours per month of fixed overtime
•Business focus: 100% electronics product (EW) only: PCs, laptops, phones, small devices and their parts
•Work style: Mostly independent work, with occasional teamwork when needed
•Regular car travel within the assigned region
Additional Information
Visa sponsorship available for eligible candidates
Foreign nationals must hold a valid work visa permitting employment in Japan
Company’s description:
We are part of a group of international companies specializing in the collection and recycling of automotive spare parts. In close collaboration with world-renowned affiliates and joint ventures, we participate in the international arena centered on Asia, Europe, and Africa under the name Legend Metal, which is easy to get close to overseas.
Benefits
- •Paid holidays and childcare leave
- •Full social insurance (health, pension, employment)
- •Transportation cost support
- •Trainings
- •Relocation support for assignment to Kyushu
Application form
We accept applications throughout the year. Applications may also be submitted by email:
[email protected]