Salary: £50,000 per annum + a discretionary performance bonus

Find out exactly what skills, experience, and qualifications you will need to succeed in this role before applying below.
Location: London *Office attendance required for the first 2 month, then hybrid working available.
Job status: Permanent
Working hours: 35 hours per week
Start date: ASAP
Japanese Speaking Sales Manager - Consumer Electronics - Responsibilities:
Develop new business opportunities and build strong relationships with existing customers across the European region.
Manage the full sales cycle, including identifying customer needs, proposing solutions, negotiating, and closing contracts.
Drive customer adoption and expand existing accounts through effective account management.
Conduct market research and analyse industry trends and customer needs to identify business opportunities.
Develop and execute sales strategies to achieve revenue targets and key performance indicators (KPIs).
Collaborate with headquarters and cross-functional teams to support business growth and drive operational improvements.
Conduct customer visits and participate in trade shows, exhibitions, and industry events across the UK and EU as part of business development activities.
Mentor, coach, and develop junior team members.
Japanese Speaking Sales Manager - Consumer Electronics - Requirements:
Proven experience in B2B sales and/or account management.
Business-level Japanese proficiency (JLPT N2 or above) and full professional proficiency in English.
Proficiency in French or German is a plus.
Proven track record of managing the entire sales process, from new business development to existing account management.
Proactive and capable of identifying challenges independently while taking initiative to develop and implement effective solutions.
Willingness and flexibility to travel frequently across the UK and Europe.
A self-starter with a strong sense of ownership and the ability to work independently.
Adaptable, results-oriented, and able to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

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