Updated: 2026/10/07()
JOB ID: 063275
| Job Category | Sales / Marketing |
|---|---|
| Job Type | Permanent |
| Employment Type | Full time |
| Working Type | Onsite |
| Visa Sponorship | Yes |
| Education Level | All Education Levels |
| Experience Level | Mid Level |
| Salary Range | $90000 - $100000 | Job Location | Battle Creek, MI, US |
Sales Manager
Location: Battle Creek, MI
Salary: $90,000–$100,000 annually
Visa: Available for an applicable candidate
Responsibilities
• Manage sales activities and relationships with Japanese automotive Tier-1 customers, including price negotiations, delivery coordination, and quality-related matters.
• Manage customer orders, inventory, and sales forecasts/budgets.
• Coordinate with headquarters in Japan and other overseas group companies regarding pricing, delivery schedules, and quality issues.
• Gather and analyze information on the U.S. automotive market.
• Manage and support the Sales and Warehouse teams.
Qualifications
• 5+ years of sales experience with a Tier-1 or Tier-2 supplier in the Japanese automotive industry.
• Experience in international trade/import-export operations.
• Japanese at an idiomatic level, Business-level fluency in English.
• Previous experience as a Sales Manager, including managing U.S.-based employees.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Experience with ERP systems is preferred.