Sales & Procurement Representative
Entry–Mid Level | Japanese Bilingual | Automotive Industry
Onsite Position
Position Overview
We are looking for a motivated Japanese–English bilingual Sales & Procurement Representative to support customer relationships and business development within the automotive manufacturing industry. This is an excellent opportunity for candidates at the early to mid-career level to gain hands-on experience working with Tier 1 and Tier 2 automotive customers, while collaborating with cross-functional internal teams.
This position is full-time and onsite, with travel as needed.
Key Responsibilities
- Build and maintain strong relationships with customers using both Japanese and English
- Support new business development, including trial calculations for shipping quantities and prototype products
- Assist with pricing discussions for new products and quarterly price adjustments
- Prepare and manage quotes, feasibility reviews, and mold/tool documentation
- Coordinate project start-ups with internal teams such as Quality, Engineering, and Production Control
- Analyze design, material, and process changes to evaluate cost impact
- Support negotiations with suppliers for raw materials and outsourced products
- Respond to customer inquiries and assist in resolving issues to improve customer satisfaction
- Follow company policies, quality standards, and safety requirements
- Perform other related duties as assigned
Qualifications
- Fluency in both Japanese and English is required
- Interest in sales, procurement, or customer-facing roles in manufacturing or automotive industries
- Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and work effectively in a team environment
- Willingness to work onsite and travel as needed
Why This Role
- Excellent entry point into the automotive manufacturing industry
- Exposure to both sales and procurement functions
- Opportunity to work in a bilingual, global business environment
- Career growth and skill development opportunities