The Sales Assistant Manager role is responsible for managing existing customer accounts and developing new business opportunities within the steel and related industries. Requiring business-level Japanese and English proficiency, the position covers project-based sales, commercial negotiations, market analysis, and coordination with customers, suppliers, and internal departments to achieve sales targets and support continued business growth.
Responsibilities
Manage and develop existing customer accounts, including handling enquiries, quotations, orders, and sales follow-ups
Develop new business opportunities and expand the customer base within the steel and related industries
Identify and follow up on project-based sales opportunities across construction, infrastructure, manufacturing, and other industrial projects
Understand customer and project requirements and coordinate with suppliers to provide suitable steel products and commercial proposals
Negotiate pricing, specifications, delivery schedules, and other commercial terms with customers and suppliers
Maintain strong relationships with customers, suppliers, and business partners, including Japanese-speaking customers
Conduct market research and monitor steel market trends, competitors, and potential business opportunities
Coordinate with internal departments to ensure smooth order processing and timely delivery
Prepare sales reports and forecasts and achieve assigned sales targets
Perform other tasks as assigned
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in any discipline
Business-level Japanese proficiency equivalent to JLPT N1 and business-level English proficiency
5 years of experience in sales or business development involving steel products
Proficiency in Microsoft Office
Strong negotiation, communication, and customer relationship management skills
About the company
A multinational trading company with business activities across a broad range of industrial sectors. Its steel operations provide various materials and commercial solutions for customers in the automotive, construction, infrastructure, manufacturing, heavy equipment, and other related industries.