JOB ID 28218

Independent Aftermarket Sales Specialist

  • Manufacturer, Automotive Parts
  • Sales, Sales Planning & Analysis, Business Development & Strategy, Account Manager (B2B)
  • Tokyo
  • ¥7,000,000~¥8,500,000

This company is a well-established global technology and manufacturing company specializing in advanced automotive and industrial solutions.

The company develops and supplies a wide range of mechanical and electronic components, including power transmission systems, vehicle control technologies, safety-related components, and integrated engineering solutions. Its products support improvements in vehicle performance, efficiency, safety, and reliability.

With a strong international presence, the company works closely with major manufacturers worldwide and offers opportunities to collaborate with domestic and overseas engineering and business teams.

A global automotive technology supplier is seeking an Independent Aftermarket Sales Specialist to develop its automotive aftermarket business in Japan.

The company's aftermarket business provides products and services supporting vehicle maintenance, repair, and replacement parts. The business operates multiple premium product brands and service offerings through automotive aftermarket distribution channels.

You will be responsible for developing sales plans, managing distributor relationships, identifying business opportunities, and achieving sales and profitability targets.

Working closely with sales support, technical service, and operations teams, you will help strengthen distributor performance, resolve customer issues, and improve customer satisfaction.

The Japan aftermarket organization consists of more than 15 professionals across sales, sales support, technical service, and operations.

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Job Description

  • Responsibilities
    ■ Sales Strategy & Business Development
    ・Develop and execute sales plans, forecasts, and commercial initiatives to achieve sales and profitability targets.
    ・Identify new business opportunities through customer needs analysis, market research, and competitor monitoring.
    ・Analyze market trends and customer requirements to develop effective sales strategies.
    ・Drive business growth within the independent automotive aftermarket.

    ■ Distributor & Channel Management
    ・Manage and develop distributor relationships to maximize sales performance.
    ・Strengthen long-term partnerships with existing distributors and customers.
    ・Support distributor business development and identify opportunities for market expansion.
    ・Negotiate commercial terms and coordinate sales activities with relevant stakeholders.

    ■ Customer Relationship Management
    ・Act as a primary commercial contact for customers and distributors.
    ・Build strong customer relationships through effective communication and negotiation.
    ・Respond to customer needs and coordinate commercial matters with internal departments.
    ・Resolve customer issues related to product quality, delivery, and service in collaboration with relevant teams.

    ■ Operational Improvement
    ・Collaborate with sales support, technical service, and operations teams.
    ・Support initiatives to improve customer satisfaction and operational efficiency.
    ・Contribute to continuous improvement of sales processes and customer support activities.
  • Requirements
    ・Minimum 3 years of B2B sales experience.
    ・Strong communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.
    ・Ability to understand customer requirements and market opportunities and translate them into sales strategies.
    ・Results-oriented and self-motivated, with a strong sense of ownership and accountability.
    ・Native-level Japanese and business-level English proficiency.
    ・Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
    ・Valid Japanese driver's license.
  • Preferred
    ・Sales experience in the automotive industry.
    ・Experience in distributor management, channel sales, or indirect sales.
  • Location
    Tokyo
  • Work Style
    Remote working possible, Flex working possible
  • Salary
    ¥7,000,000~¥8,500,000
  • Attractive
    Points
    Over 50% Mid-Career Hires, Foreign capital company, Make use of languages

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