Enterprise Supplier Administrator

Japan-Remote Location

Job Description

■ Primary Function

The Enterprise Supplier Administrator manages, executes, and optimizes operational relationships with external service providers to ensure the seamless delivery of Agilent Lab-wide Enterprise Services.

Acting as a bridge between procurement strategy and operational execution, this role oversees supplier commitments across the following areas:

Transactional procurement for scheduled and unscheduled services
Financial reconciliation with external vendors
Contract execution and supplier quality management

■ Key Responsibilities

1. Procurement & Operational Execution

Manage end-to-end procurement activities for assigned accounts, including quotations, purchase orders (POs), and invoice processing within company systems
Source ad hoc service quotations to support operational requirements
Execute procurement transactions using SAP / Ariba or equivalent systems
Maintain accurate procurement and supplier engagement data

2. Financial & Invoice Management

Validate vendor invoices for accuracy, completeness, and compliance
Support financial tracking and reporting at program/project level
Perform supplier-related financial reconciliations

3. Supplier Management & Quality

Maintain supplier engagement and performance data
Monitor supplier performance across cost, quality, and service levels
Support escalation management in collaboration with Procurement and Program stakeholders
Ensure compliance with applicable quality and regulatory requirements (e.g., GxP, where applicable)

4. Continuous Improvement

Identify opportunities for supplier performance and process improvements
Support initiatives to enhance operational efficiency and service quality
Collaborate with stakeholders to optimize supplier engagement models

Qualifications

Execute end-to-end procurement activities (quotes, POs, invoices)
Obtain ad hoc service quotations as required
Validate and process supplier invoices
Maintain supplier data and reporting records
Perform basic financial reconciliation tasks
Support basic commercial discussions with suppliers
Manage supplier escalations in collaboration with Program and Sourcing Managers
Identify opportunities for improvements in cost, quality, and service
Drive continuous improvement initiatives with key stakeholders

Additional Details

This job has a full time weekly schedule. It includes the option to work remotely.

Our pay ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. During the hiring process, a recruiter can share more about the specific pay range for a preferred location. Pay and benefit information by country are available at: https://careers.agilent.com/locations

Agilent Technologies Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other protected categories under all applicable laws.