Japanese Bilingual Sales Account Manager, Automotive
Overview
Own the full sales cycle for a well-established Japanese automotive manufacturer, growing business across the US market. You will maintain and expand relationships with existing and prospective customers, using your Japanese and English fluency to bridge cultures. Your role drives revenue growth through on-site visits, product demonstrations, and strategic account management. This position offers a clear path to assistant manager, with a base salary of $70,000-$85,000 plus full benefits. You will work on-site in Columbus, Ohio, with travel required to meet clients.
What You'll Do7
- 1Build and maintain strong relationships with automotive industry customers, using Japanese and English to ensure satisfaction and repeat business.
- 2Travel to customer sites to explain product specifications, negotiate terms, and close sales orders.
- 3Coordinate with internal teams to meet delivery schedules and resolve any issues that arise.
- 4Research and identify new business opportunities in the US automotive market, targeting accounts that align with company capabilities.
- 5Prepare and deliver accurate quotes and proposals, aligning with pricing strategies and customer needs.
- 6Use Microsoft Office tools, including Excel and PowerPoint, to track sales activities and present findings to management.
- 7Collaborate with the sales team to share market insights and refine sales approaches.
Requirements8
- 11+ years of sales or customer service experience, with a proven record of meeting targets.
- 2Fluent in Japanese (N1, N2, or native speaker) and English for business communication.
- 3Able to commute to the office Monday through Friday in Columbus, Ohio.
- 4Willingness to travel for business as needed.
- 5A valid US driver's license.
- 62+ years of experience with Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.
- 7Ability to use Microsoft Word, Outlook, and MS Teams.
- 8Authorized to work in the US and able to start within 2 weeks of receiving an offer.
Salary Insight
$70 - $85k per year
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