What are the responsibilities and job description for the Japanese Bilingual Sales Director position at TOP Group - Japanese Recruiting Agency?
Job Description
TOP Group, a leading Japanese recruiting agency, is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Japanese Bilingual Sales Director to join our team. The successful candidate will have a strong background in sales, sales office management, and team leadership, with excellent communication skills in both Japanese and English.
About the Role
The ideal candidate will have experience in the automotive parts industry, with a strong understanding of sales strategies and market trends. They will be responsible for establishing and managing the sales office, developing and executing sales strategies, negotiating contracts, and building relationships with customers and colleagues.
Key Responsibilities
- Establish and manage the sales office, formulating operational policies and overseeing administrative tasks.
- Develop and execute sales strategies for the US market, driving measures to achieve sales targets.
- Negotiate and conclude contracts with new customers, initiating business relationships.
- Build relationships with existing customers, providing support to expand transactions.
- Recruit, train, and manage the performance of the sales team, setting clear goals.
- Identify business opportunities through regional market research and competitor analysis.
- Optimize the supply chain, including inventory control and logistics optimization.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree or higher.
- Business-level or higher English proficiency.
- Experience in the automotive parts industry.
- Proven track record in sales, sales office management, and team leadership.
- Ability to work in both Detroit and Richmond, IN, and travel domestically within the US.