Japanese speaking Senior Sales Manager

TN United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job description

Client:

Location:

London, United Kingdom

Job Category:

-

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Reference:

898dc4006343

Job Views:

6

Posted:

02.04.2025

Expiry Date:

17.05.2025

Job Description:

MW45482

CORE DUTIES

1. Managing the UK office with the Senior Director (head of overseas business management - based in the US)
2. Managing a young & dynamic team of 12 sales executives & 3 assistant managers (as of Jan 2024), liaising with board members in Japan HQ as well as the Senior Director
3. Responsible for the day-to-day business operations such as product development and distribution
4. Expand business opportunities across the EU, including business development and existing client relationship management
5. Strategic planning to ensure continued growth in major global markets
6. Opening new accounts, while maintaining relationships with buyers of major retail chains
7. Proposing, negotiating terms and conditions, and acquiring product licenses from publishers and other clients
8. Working closely with publishers & media to maximise marketing opportunities across the respective regions
9. Liaising with in-house design & engineering teams based in the overseas head office for product development
10. Reporting and presentation of outcomes to the executive team in Japan and other global branch managers

IDEAL APPLICANT

1. At least 7 years business experience within corporate environment is essential
2. Totally fluent level English and business negotiation level Japanese (at least JLPT N2 level or higher)
3. Additional European language skill (German/French/Spanish) would be highly beneficial
4. Manufacturing or FMCG industry experience
5. Experience living/working in Japan would be highly beneficial
6. Strong sales or client management experience is a must
7. Experience of managing a team
8. A personal interest in the Digital/Game/Entertainment industry
9. Working understanding of Japanese work environment and culture
10. Strong communication skills, flexible attitude, and the ability to influence people

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Created on 02/04/2025 by TN United Kingdom