Sales and Planning jobs and career trends in the automotive industry

Trends in Sales and Planning Related Jobs

Immediate appeal

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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  • MaaS Business Development

    • IT, Software platform
    • IT, Program・Project Management, Business Development & Strategy
    • Tokyo
    • ¥5,000,000~¥10,000,000

    A tech company that provides mobility solutions to help solve urban transportation issues and revitalize local communities, offering proposal-based services utilizing transportation data for B2B and public agencies.

    Identifies issues through interviews with public bodies and private companies, and conducts proposal and project formation from business conception by utilizing MaaS products and partner's assets.

    Details.

  • Corporate Planning

    • Manufacturer, Semiconductor
    • Executive Management, Management Planning・Corporate strategy
    • Tokyo
    • ¥7,000,000~¥9,500,000

    We are an electronics trading company that “purchases” and “sells” semiconductors, mainly integrated circuits, and electronic application equipment (laser equipment, aviation-related equipment, etc.).
    We purchase products mainly from overseas manufacturers and sell them to
    ・Semiconductors to major Japanese electronics manufacturers
    ・Electronic application equipment to government offices and universities
    .
    We have agency agreements with many major overseas semiconductor manufacturers and have the strength to provide total solutions to our customers, making us a company that goes beyond the framework of a trading company.

    This is a top 3 trading company in Japan, and you will be responsible for overall business management as well as IR, PR, and internal public relations.
    In addition, this position is expected to be entrusted to a line section manager after 1 to 2 years of employment.

    Details.

  • Semiconductor Machinery Sales & Marketing

    • Manufacturer, Semiconductor
    • Marketing, Event, Promotion, Product Marketing, Planning, Account Manager (B2B)
    • Kanagawa
    • ¥5,000,000~¥8,000,000

    European supplier of equipment and process solutions for the semiconductor, nano and microsystems technology and related markets with headquarters in Germany.

    We are looking for a sales person to introduce and propose the introduction of our semiconductor manufacturing equipment to our customers, such as semiconductor device manufacturers and material manufacturers in Japan, and to win projects for them.

    Details.

  • Mold Design Engineer

    • Manufacturer, Semiconductor
    • Electronics, Sales・Service Engineer
    • Saga, Kyoto
    • ¥4,800,000~¥6,500,000

    With the eternal theme of "relentless pursuit of technological improvement," we have consistently achieved innovation in new product development and production technology since our founding, and have developed corporate activities based on our management philosophy, including valuable joint development with our customers on a win-win basis. We are looking for people who can challenge together with us to create innovations that imagine the future of semiconductors by quarter-leading the quarter ahead of our customers' needs.

    ▶World's No.1 share in molding equipment for semiconductor manufacturing, including those for generative AI, smartphones, and automotive
    ▶Global company with overseas sales ratio of over 80%

    You will be responsible for designing molds that realize world-class semiconductor encapsulation technologies, including those for the latest generative AI.
    In the constantly evolving semiconductor industry, designing molds required by customers requires customization and arrangement on a case-by-case basis.
    This is a challenging and rewarding job for a designer. While there are constraints such as deadlines and costs, I feel a sense of accomplishment when my own ideas take shape.

    Because we work as a small team, you will be involved in a wide range of activities from the development of ideas to set-up at the customer's factory.
    The environment in which you can confirm that the molds you have designed are directly operated in our factories is very attractive.

    Details.

  • Overseas Sales for OEM (ECU) (India USA EU)

    • Manufacturer, Semiconductor
    • Sales, Area・Regional Sales, International Sales, Account Manager (B2B)
    • Shizuoka, Saitama
    • ¥4,500,000~¥9,000,000

    It is one of the few companies in the world that possesses power semiconductor and power supply technologies and combines these technologies to achieve the world's highest efficiency and smallest size.
    The company has strengths in power conversion and control technologies and develops and manufactures power semiconductors, power supply devices, and automotive equipment.
    In particular, the company boasts the world's top market share in regulators for motorcycles, and is also focusing on products for EVs and renewable energy. We are also expanding globally in the automotive, industrial, and energy fields, taking advantage of technologies that contribute to energy conservation and the reduction of environmental impact. We offer a full range of benefits and a flexible work schedule. Average monthly overtime is 10 hours. The company also boasts one of the best work-life balance in the industry, with a 0.9% turnover rate in the “Top 2 ranking of large companies with few people leaving
    ”.

    There are numerous opportunities for overseas business trips, and depending on performance and desires, there is a very high possibility of being stationed overseas in the future.
    Overseas Sales in India is a position that is already 90% confirmed to be stationed overseas in the spring of 2026.
    After joining the company, you will first be involved in overseas sales operations while still being based in Japan.
    Mid-career hires are also provided with a full training system, and 40% of our employees are mid-career hires, so you will be able to work with peace of mind.
    In addition to direct sales of semiconductors to major manufacturers and trading companies, we also sell to major trading companies and distributors.

    Details.

  • Overseas Sales Overseas Sales

    • OTHERS, Trading
    • Sales, International Sales
    • Tokyo
    • ¥5,000,000~¥8,000,000



    This position is for sales activities to local customers and suppliers at the company's overseas sales bases.
    The position is expected to be based in Tokyo for 1-2 years, with an overseas assignment after a few years.

    Details.

  • Global Account Manager

    • Manufacturer, Automotive Parts
    • Sales, Business Development & Strategy, Account Manager (B2B)
    • Tokyo, Aichi
    • ¥8,000,000~¥20,000,000

    This up and coming, venture software company accelerates the development and testing of autonomous and advanced driver-assistance systems with This up and coming, venture software company accelerates the development and testing of autonomous and advanced driver-assistance systems with cutting-edge simulation and validation tools for automotive and robotic applications.

    As a Global Account Manager, you will be responsible for driving growth through strategic relationships in the automotive industry. Experience either selling SaaS solutions to automotive clients or working as a Tier 1 supplier selling to OEMs. Success will depend on building trusted partnerships, understanding customer organizations, and positioning the company's offerings to meet business needs.

    Details.

  • Semiconductor Account Manager

    • Manufacturer, Semiconductor
    • Sales, Account Manager (B2B)
    • Tokyo
    • ¥8,000,000~¥12,000,000

    Achieved the world's No. 1 position in the display LED market.
    The company also holds the world's No. 1 share of the UV LED market and has been ranked No. 3 in the world so far in the visible light LED market.
    English language skills are also required as the products are developed in Europe and manufactured in Asian factories.
    As a foreign-capitalized company, the internal atmosphere is flat for working in the company.
    It is a challenging environment in which you can run your own business and actively engage in your own work.

    A new automotive division has been established and we are looking for new members.
    Because it is a foreign company, the internal environment is flat without hierarchical relationships.
    Managers can also serve as player-managers.
    Of course, there is also an incentive system for sales results, and annual income can be increased!

    Details.

  • Semiconductor sales Proposal sales of semiconductors

    • OTHERS, Trading
    • Sales, Account Manager (B2B)
    • Osaka
    • ¥4,500,000~¥7,000,000



    This position is for an independent electronics trading company that is not tied to manufacturer-based products and is engaged in electronic component sales, with semiconductors and electronic components as its main business.

    Details.

  • Mechanical Design Engineer Mechanical Design Engineer

    • Manufacturer, Semiconductor
    • Electronics, Sales・Service Engineer, Production Engineer, Production Engineer
    • Kyoto
    • ¥5,500,000~¥8,000,000

    With the eternal theme of "relentless pursuit of technological improvement," we have consistently achieved innovation in new product development and production technology since our founding, and have developed corporate activities based on our management philosophy, including valuable joint development with our customers on a win-win basis. We are looking for people who can challenge together with us to create innovations that imagine the future of semiconductors by quarter-leading the quarter ahead of our customers' needs.

    ▶World's No.1 share in molding equipment for semiconductor manufacturing, including those for generative AI, smartphones, and automotive
    ▶Global company with overseas sales ratio of over 80%

    All development processes are done in-house, with people selected from the "mechanical," "electrical hardware," and "software" sections to work as a team.
    The design office and factory are located in the same company building, so you can actually see the equipment and give feedback to the design team.
    In addition, you can be involved in a wide range of activities, from generating ideas to setting up the equipment at the customer's factory, so you can work while feeling close to the manufacturing process.
    In the fast-growing semiconductor market, you will be involved in the promotion of DX (Digital Transformation) such as 5G, IoT, and AI as a design engineer.
    We will design optional functions that are not included in the platform to meet individual user requirements.
    You will collaborate with the team to design for the project.

    Details.

  • Hardware design engineer Molding equipment development/production design

    • Manufacturer, Semiconductor
    • Electronics, Sales・Service Engineer, Production Engineer
    • Kyoto
    • ¥4,500,000~¥6,500,000

    With the eternal theme of "relentless pursuit of technological improvement," we have consistently achieved innovation in new product development and production technology since our founding, and have developed corporate activities based on our management philosophy, including valuable joint development with our customers on a win-win basis. We are looking for people who can challenge together with us to create innovations that imagine the future of semiconductors by quarter-leading the quarter ahead of our customers' needs.

    ▶World's No.1 share in molding equipment for semiconductor manufacturing, including those for generative AI, smartphones, and automotive
    ▶Global company with overseas sales ratio of over 80%

    All development processes are done in-house, with people selected from the "mechanical," "electrical hardware," and "software" sections to work as a team.
    The design office and factory are located in the same company building, so you can actually see the equipment and give feedback to the designers.
    In the fast-growing semiconductor market, this is a very rewarding job where you can be involved in the promotion of DX (Digital Transformation) such as 5G, IoT, and AI as a design engineer.
    You will be designing optional functions that are not included in the platform in response to individual user requirements, so you will be working in a team to advance the design for the project.

    Details.

  • Mass Production Planning & Equipment Development

    • Manufacturer, Electrical & Electronic, Machinery, Equipment
    • Mechanical, Sales・Service Engineer, Production Engineer
    • Osaka
    • ¥12,000,000~¥20,000,000

    This company is a global leader in factory automation and sensing technologies, providing a wide range of innovative products such as sensors, measuring instruments, vision systems, and microscopes. Headquartered in Japan and operating in numerous countries worldwide, it is known for its strong direct sales approach and commitment to delivering high-value technical solutions that support manufacturing productivity and quality improvement. The organization emphasizes speed, innovation, and quality improvement. organization emphasizes speed, innovation, and customer-centric problem solving, enabling clients across various industries to optimize their processes with cutting-edge automation and inspection technologies.

    You will be involved in the initial study, specification study, technical development, and mass production launch of automation equipment as a person in charge of production equipment development.

    Details.

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