Japanese speaking Job – Sales Representative – London

Overview

In this role you will drive cross-border sales and procurement in European ingredients for Asian markets. You will work with European suppliers to secure favorable terms and build strong supplier relationships while also managing customer relationships across Asia. You will collaborate with internal teams and report to the General Manager to ensure smooth order flow and responsive service. This position suits you if you are fluent in Japanese and English, enjoy negotiation, and want to shape an international supply chain. The role offers frontline impact in a global, growth-minded environment in Central London.

Responsibilities

• Source and purchase European food ingredients and products for Asian markets
• Negotiate prices, volumes, and terms with European suppliers
• Manage supplier relationships and product quality
• Prepare costings, quotations, and sales contracts
• Develop and maintain relationships with customers across Asia
• Manage orders and handle customer enquiries and claims
• Work closely with internal teams and report to the General Manager

Key requirements

• Previous experience in a sales or client-facing role
• Flexibility and willingness to travel, including overseas
• Business-level English and Japanese

• communication
• relationship-building
• cross-cultural collaboration
• sales negotiations
• contract preparation
• costing and quotations

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