Sumida AIG
Job Purpose


Global Sourcing and Procurement Services is looking for a diverse team of talented people who support our culture of collaboration and innovation.


A key aspect of this role is building collaborative relationships with our internal business partners, as well as relationships with suppliers.


This position will actively manage multiple highly visible, time‐sensitive activities, effectively interfacing with mid‐level management, and efficiently ensuring the sourcing process is completed consistent with AIG's policies and goals.


The Category Sourcing Manager will partner with Business Partners, contract managers and Legal teams, and serve as a trusted advisor to developing and executing category strategy, objectives, and plans; negotiate and complete key strategic deals, and drive aspects of complex strategic sourcing process for assigned categories.

Job Responsibilities


Support all aspects of the sourcing processes for assigned categories, including but not limited to supporting on contract negotiations of business and pricing terms and conditions, conducting RFx, work with the internal business partners to execute negotiations strategies, objectives, and plans.

Support to standardized contracts, processes and systems, i.e., supplier selection criteria, supplier due diligence requirements, performance criteria, and management reporting.

Perform cost benefit, financial analysis, identify and drive quality enhancement to continuous improvement initiatives.
Manage relationships with suppliers for PO execution. Manage problems and schedule changes.

Participate in cross functional sourcing project teams to develop AIG's requirements for assigned category related services and to reach consensus on supplier selections.

This includes working with team members and legal to draft necessary language to translate business needs into specific requirements for contract-related documents, e.g., Statements of Work (SOW), Letters of Authorization (LOAs), Requests for Proposals (RFPs), etc.

for assigned categories.
Establish strong relationships with business stakeholders.

Apply sourcing policy, interface between supplier and business with respect to specifications and budgets and, maintain procurement ethics in accordance with AIG's global policies.

Assess supplier performance to ensure suppliers fulfill their contractual obligations and are delivering quality services to business stakeholders.

Educational Qualification

Bachelor's Degree
Business English skill both Writing and Speaking (TOEIC score 800+ is preferred)

Preferred Qualifications

Advanced degree in related area, such as Contracts, Business or Supply Chain
Experience leading and managing sourcing operation activitie

Required Skills And Experiences

3+ years of experience in strategic sourcing in the specified categories (category management, benchmarking, TCO (cost models), RFx, etc.)
Uses technical experience and analytical thinking

Focused:
quick learner, strategically prioritizes work, committed
Ability to influence others with excellent written and verbal communication skills
Self-motivated
Excellent relationship management skills, as well as the ability to work collaboratively
Extremely customer-focused, taking the time to understand the needs of the business

Problem solver:
analytical-minded, challenges existing processes, critical thinker
Japanese fluency and Business level English


At AIG, we value in-person collaboration as a vital part of our culture, which is why we ask our team members to be primarily in the office.

This approach helps us work together effectively and create a supportive, connected environment for our team and clients alike.

Enjoy Benefits That Take Care Of What Matters

At AIG, our people are our greatest asset. We know how important it is to protect and invest in what's most important to you.

That is why we created our Total Rewards Program, a comprehensive benefits package that extends beyond time spent at work to offer benefits focused on your health, wellbeing and financial security—as well as your professional development—to bring peace of mind to you and your family.

Reimagining insurance to make a bigger difference to the world

American International Group, Inc.

(AIG) is a global leader in commercial and personal insurance solutions; we are one of the world's most far-reaching property casualty networks.

It is an exciting time to join us — across our operations, we are thinking in new and innovative ways to deliver ever-better solutions to our customers.

At AIG, you can go further to support individuals, businesses, and communities, helping them to manage risk, respond to times of uncertainty and discover new potential.

We invest in our largest asset, our people, through continuous learning and development, in a culture that celebrates everyone for who they are and what they want to become.

Welcome to a culture of inclusion

We're committed to creating a culture that truly respects and celebrates each other's talents, backgrounds, cultures, opinions and goals. We foster a culture of inclusion and belonging through learning, cultural awareness activities and Employee Resource Groups (ERGs). With global chapters, ERGs are a cornerstone for our culture of inclusion.

The talent of our people is one of AIG's greatest assets, and we are honored that our drive for positive change has been recognized by numerous recent awards and accreditations.


AIG provides equal opportunity to all qualified individuals regardless of race, color, religion, age, gender, gender expression, national origin, veteran status, disability or any other legally protected categories.

AIG is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to job applicants and employees with disabilities. If you believe you need a reasonable accommodation, please send an email to

Functional Area

CS - Corporate Services

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