Job DescriptionResponsibilitiesHandle supply planning, purchasing and import activities of a defined products portfolioReview demand forecast and propose the corresponding orders template for each product (volume and schedule) based on the supply policyPlace orders to overseas suppliers and interact with them on a day-to-day basis: track the status of any orders, confirm schedule and make adjustment if necessary. Ensure weekly update of the PSI to track and trace the current orders as well as plan orders for the next 18 monthsDeal with sea/air forwarders and customs broker to prepare and clear import applications for all ordersInteract with 3PL partners to confirm inbounds scheduleEnsure that any invoices and all related documents are shared internally for processingInventory Management - Anticipating stock demands based on current and future business functions to avoid Excess & Obsolete and back orderArrange product claims to exporters whenever is necessaryCreating inventory reports and presenting with suggestions to internal teams for visibilitySupport implementation of best practicesIncase of Supply constraint, manage conflicts with Supplier/ Sales and Marketing Managers to overcome constraintKey Requirement5+ years of relevant experienceBusiness English (written, speaking is plus)Pro-active, responsibleGood communication/Negotiation skillTeam oriented, co-operativeSelf-StarterExperience to work with oversea manufacture for production/shipmentExcel skill, VBA is plusProject Management for operation improvementLocation(s)Tokyo Office Kraft Heinz is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Underrepresented Ethnic Minority Groups/Women/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity and other protected classes.