Japanese Speaking Job – Sales Manager – Consumer Electronics – London

Overview

In this role you drive growth in the European market for consumer electronics by owning the full sales cycle and expanding key accounts. You collaborate with headquarters and cross-functional teams to deliver solutions, identify opportunities, and close deals. You will nurture relationships, attend industry events, and mentor junior team members, all while leveraging strong Japanese and English communication. This is a hands-on, fast-paced position with a clear revenue impact and regional travel. You will work hybrid after an initial office onboarding.

Pay / Benefits

• discretionary performance bonus
• hybrid working after initial office onboarding
• salary 50,000 per annum
• permanent contract
• office attendance required for 2 months

Responsibilities

• Develop new business opportunities and strengthen relationships with customers across Europe
• Manage full sales cycle from needs identification to proposal, negotiation, and closing
• Drive adoption and expansion within existing accounts through effective account management
• Conduct market research and analyze trends to identify opportunities
• Develop and execute sales strategies to hit revenue targets and KPIs
• Collaborate with headquarters and cross-functional teams to support growth and operational improvements
• Conduct customer visits and participate in trade shows and industry events in the UK and EU
• Mentor and develop junior team members

Key requirements

• Proven experience in B2B sales and/or account management
• Business-level Japanese proficiency (JLPT N2 or above) and full professional English proficiency
• Proficiency in German or French is a plus
• Track record of managing the full sales process from new business development to existing accounts
• Proactive with the ability to identify challenges and implement effective solutions
• Willingness to travel frequently across the UK and Europe
• Self-starter with ownership and ability to work independently
• Adaptable, results-oriented, and comfortable in a fast-paced environment

• proactive
• ownership
• communication
• B2B sales
• account management
• market research

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