Sales and Planning jobs and career trends in the automotive industry

Trends in Sales and Planning Related Jobs

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If you have sales experience, it is important to demonstrate that you can make an immediate impact in your new position. Clearly state your achievements in sales, such as accomplishments, achievement rates, and budget attainment. Since occupational experience is emphasized, experience in intangible products and solution sales will increase your chances of changing jobs in other industries.

Increase in IT, electronics, and web-related jobs

Sales jobs related to IT, electronics, and the Web are on the rise due to advances in automated driving technology and electrification. Sales jobs related to high-potential products and services are also popular. While some companies require experience and product knowledge, others tend to hire and train talented young salespeople. Be specific about what kind of sales person you are, how you think and act, and the results you have achieved, and show them off in the interview.

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  • Field Service Engineer

    • Manufacturer, Semiconductor
    • Mechanical, Sales・Service Engineer, Production Engineer, FAE
    • Hokkaido, Mie, Hiroshima, Tochigi, Iwate
    • ¥5,000,000~¥9,000,000

    A leading global semiconductor equipment manufacturer headquartered in the United States, the company specializes in advanced wafer fabrication technologies and holds a top market share in key process segments such as etching. It supports major semiconductor manufacturers worldwide through a strong network of global operations across Asia, Europe, and North America. Known for its cutting-edge innovation and collaborative, multicultural work environment, the company delivers high-performance solutions while fostering continuous learning, technical excellence, and cross-border teamwork.

    As a Field Service Engineer, you will be responsible for supporting deposition equipment at customer sites, including system startup, process validation, and performance optimization. You will troubleshoot manufacturing and equipment issues through data analysis, driving yield improvement and ensuring stable production operations. In this role, you will also collaborate with global engineering teams to support next-generation equipment development while delivering technical demonstrations and customized solutions to meet customer requirements in high-volume semiconductor manufacturing environments.

    Details.

  • Motorcycle Business Development Manager

    • IT, Software platform
    • Sales, Business Development & Strategy, Account Manager (B2B)
    • Kanagawa
    • ¥9,500,000~¥14,000,000

    A global automotive technology company specializing in cockpit electronics, including digital instrument clusters, infotainment systems, head-up displays, and domain controllers. Headquartered in America, they partner with major automakers worldwide to deliver innovative, software-defined Headquartered in America, they partner with major automakers worldwide to deliver innovative, software-defined vehicle solutions that enhance the driver and passenger experience.

    This role is responsible for driving strategic business growth and account management activities with major 2-wheeler OEM customers. The position focuses on strengthening customer relationships, expanding business opportunities, and supporting long-term growth strategies for advanced cockpit electronics and mobility solutions.

    The role works closely with cross-functional global teams and acts as a key commercial interface between customers and internal stakeholders.

    Details.

  • Customer Engineer Manager

    • Manufacturer, Machinery, Equipment
    • Electronics, Sales・Service Engineer, Production Engineer, FAE, Production Engineer
    • Hokkaido, Mie, Hiroshima, Iwate
    • ¥8,000,000~¥12,000,000

    This is the Japanese subsidiary of a global semiconductor manufacturing equipment manufacturer founded in the United States.
    We are world-class in terms of sales, business scale, and market share.
    We provide an environment where we can contribute to our customers' success through problem-solving while engaging with cutting-edge technological innovations and advanced customer needs.
    In 2022, we became the world's No.1 sales manufacturer of semiconductor manufacturing equipment, making us a leading company in the growing semiconductor industry where you can further develop your skills and experience.

    Manages professional employees (jobs that typically fall on the B/E band) and/or supervisors. Adapts business unit, department, site or sub-function plans and priorities to address resource and operational challenges. Adapts business unit, department, site or sub-function plans and priorities to address resource and operational challenges. Decisions are guided by policies, procedures and business unit, department or sub-function plan; receives guidance from manager. Provides technical guidance to employees, colleagues and/or customers.

    You will be responsible for managing the customer engineer team in your assigned region and building strong relationships with customers. As the head of the service site, you will be accountable for the team's achievements and lead overall site operations, including talent development, resource and cost management, and coordination of technical support.
    We promote improvements in service quality and customer satisfaction in line with our business plans, and support the achievement of organizational goals through technical guidance and development for customer engineer members.

    Details.

  • After-Sales Planning & Operations | Planning and operation in the after-sales service domain

    • Manufacturer, Manufacturer-Automotive
    • Executive Management, Business planning・Business management, Sales Operations, Sales Planning & Analysis, Research & Analysis
    • Saitama
    • ¥5,900,000~¥10,900,000

    As an automobile manufacturer that continues to evolve to provide "joy" to more people 10 years, 20 years, and beyond, we have been and will continue to challenge to create new values that are not bound by existing frameworks, so that we can continue to please our customers around the world.
    The company, which has been providing multiple products loved by many customers based on its solid technical capabilities, is recruiting associates to integrate with the ICT society and create new services.


    You will be responsible for the operation of the technical service area for swappable batteries and swap stations, as well as planning and operation in the after-sales service area.

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  • Electronic Brake System Test Engineer

    • Manufacturer, Electrical & Electronic
    • Electronics, QC・QA, Circuit & Mounting Design, Electrical & electronic control design, Electrical & electronic control design, Account Manager (B2B)
    • Chiba
    • ¥6,500,000~¥8,500,000

    As a global automotive parts supplier operating in 57 countries, it focuses on key industry megatrends such as autonomous driving, electrification, and connectivity, shaping the future of mobility. Established in 2000 as a joint venture with a major Japanese company, it has its headquarters and engineering center in Yokohama, providing development, technology, and products to Japanese customers.

    As the person in charge of developing electronically controlled brake products at a major German automotive parts manufacturer,
    you will install prototype products under development in vehicles and conduct actual vehicle driving tests.

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  • BD & Account Management Senior Specialist

    • IT, Software platform
    • Sales, Account Manager (B2B)
    • Kanagawa, Hiroshima
    • ¥8,500,000~¥10,500,000

    A global automotive technology company specializing in cockpit electronics, including digital instrument clusters, infotainment systems, head-up displays, and domain controllers. Headquartered in America, they partner with major automakers worldwide to deliver innovative, software-defined Headquartered in America, they partner with major automakers worldwide to deliver innovative, software-defined vehicle solutions that enhance the driver and passenger experience.

    This role acts as a bridge between Business Development and Account Management functions, supporting customer relationship management and strategic business growth activities. The position focuses on maintaining strong customer engagement, supporting RFQ activities, and coordinating internal teams to support long-term business expansion.

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  • FAE – Power Solutions & Conductive Capacitors | FAE / Product Technology - Conductive Capacitors × Power Solutions

    • Manufacturer, Automotive Parts
    • Electronics, Sales・Service Engineer, Circuit & Mounting Design, Electrical & electronic control design, FAE
    • Kyoto
    • ¥5,500,000~¥9,500,000

    As a major Japanese manufacturer with a global presence, we operate B2B businesses mainly in electronic components and materials. It is characterized by its deep involvement in growth areas such as automotive, telecommunications infrastructure, and semiconductors, supporting product development for manufacturers worldwide.
    Leveraging production and development bases both domestically and internationally, we have built a consistent global supply system, and our business model focuses on the "contents" rather than finished products, creating long-term and stable business relationships. With scale and reliability as a member of a major group, we are expected to continue growing in overseas markets.

    Product Technology / Technical Sales: You will anticipate changes in industry trends, utilize circuit simulations, and propose optimal capacitors and develop new product plans.
    FAE: You will propose technical solutions to power supply design engineers.

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  • Next-Generation Business Division - Open position | Next-Generation Business Division - Open Position

    • Logistics & Transportation, Transportation, Trafic
    • Executive Management, Business planning・Business management, Account Manager (B2B)
    • Tokyo
    • ¥8,000,000~¥12,000,000

    It is a company that develops mobility-related services and promotes the digitalization of transportation and transportation methods.
    Utilizing its proprietary apps and platforms, it offers a variety of services centered on taxi dispatch services. As
    one of only a dozen or so unicorn companies in Japan, it co-creates new mobility services with various companies.

    Regardless of your job role, you will be responsible for planning and implementing measures necessary for business and company growth in next-generation businesses (GX, logistics, autonomous driving), as well as building systems and frameworks.

    * Depending on your preferences and aptitude, you will be assigned to a department/project staff.
    * Depending on your preferences and experience, we will coordinate with each other during interviews and other means.

    Details.

  • Regional Mobility Strategy & Planning | Planning and Promotion of Regional Mobility Strategy

    • Logistics & Transportation, Transportation, Trafic
    • Executive Management, Business planning・Business management, Business Development & Strategy, Brand Marketing
    • Tokyo
    • ¥7,000,000~¥12,000,000

    It is a company that develops mobility-related services and promotes the digitalization of transportation and transportation methods.
    Utilizing its proprietary apps and platforms, it offers a variety of services centered on taxi dispatch services. As
    one of only a dozen or so unicorn companies in Japan, it co-creates new mobility services with various companies.

    By addressing the unique realities and transportation challenges of each region, you will take on the challenge of realizing sustainable regional transportation by combining solutions such as taxi DX, cheering squad schemes, Japanese-style ride-sharing, public ride-sharing, and ride-sharing.

    Details.

  • General Manager (Certified Pre-Owned Sales Director)

    • Distribution & Retail
    • Executive Management, Management・CEO・COO ,Sales, Area・Regional Sales, Retail Sales (B2C)
    • Kanagawa
    • ¥9,000,000~¥14,000,000

    A prominent automotive dealership in Japan, known for its long-standing reputation for quality service and a diverse premium vehicle line up continues to They merged with a major US transportation and dealership group a few years showing their strong and stable presence in the competitive dealer market. They merged with a major US transportation and dealership group a few years showing their strong and stable presence in the competitive dealer market.

    We are looking for someone who will lead the sales team as the head of the used car sales division, including Yokohama Kohoku and Shin-Yurigaoka, overseeing the sales team and overseeing revenue and customer satisfaction in the used car division.

    Details.

  • EV Store Sales

    • Manufacturer, Automotive Parts
    • Sales, Retail Sales (B2C)
    • Ibaraki, Kanagawa, Shizuoka
    • ¥5,000,000~¥10,000,000

    This American company is a global leader in electric vehicles, clean energy products, and autonomous driving technology. It designs, manufactures, and sells electric cars, battery energy storage systems, solar panels, and related products. With a mission to accelerate the world's transition to sustainable energy, the company has pioneered innovations in EV performance, over-the-air software updates, and energy efficiency.
    It has a very strong and growing presences in Japan.

    We call sales positions that sell electric vehicles advisors. Advisors provide customer support from arrival to delivery, delivering an outstanding customer experience. Advisors serve as company ambassadors and are part of the ambitious mission to accelerate the global transition to sustainable energy.

    Details.

  • Business Development – Vehicle Security Solutions

    • Manufacturer, Automotive Parts
    • IT, SE(Control, Embedded), Business planning・Business management, Cyber Security
    • Kanagawa, Osaka
    • ¥7,000,000~¥11,500,000

    As a world-class supplier of automotive parts, the company develops a wide range of products and solutions globally to support the next-generation mobility society, including in-vehicle infotainment, electronics, electrification, and advanced driver assistance technologies (ADAS). Through cutting-edge technology that connects people, cars, and society, we contribute to the realization of safe, comfortable, and sustainable travel experiences. Based on strong partnerships with automotive OEMs, we aim to create innovative value that meets the ever-changing needs of the market.

    You will be mainly responsible for the development of security solutions for vehicles and the business development of security-related services. In technology development, we work on the creation of security technologies and solutions that are the first in the world and the industry, and play a role in verifying and demonstrating their effectiveness. At the same time, one of our important roles is to promote co-creation with automobile manufacturers in security-related businesses.

    Details.

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