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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  • Business Operations Support

    • Manufacturer, Semiconductor
    • IT, Program・Project Management, Sales Administration, Compliance, HR Operations
    • Mie
    • ¥4,500,000~¥7,500,000

    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 Business Operations Analyst, you will support critical customer-focused business operations by managing reporting, order fulfillment activities, logistics coordination, and process improvement initiatives that ensure efficient and accurate execution across the organization. You will collaborate closely with sales teams, operations stakeholders, customers, vendors, and logistics partners to analyze operational data, maintain business reports, coordinate equipment delivery schedules, and support export-related processes. In this role, you will leverage advanced Excel and SAP capabilities to generate insights, process equipment orders, create quotations, monitor key performance metrics, and maintain data accuracy across business systems. You will also identify operational inefficiencies, support continuous improvement initiatives, resolve operational issues, and drive cross-functional coordination to enhance service quality, operational effectiveness, and customer satisfaction while ensuring timely execution of business commitments.

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  • Installation Engineer | Semiconductor Manufacturing Equipment Startup Engineer

    • Manufacturer, Machinery, Equipment
    • Mechanical, Sales・Service Engineer
    • Kumamoto, Kanagawa, Fukushima, Oita, Toyama, Yamagata, Saga, Mie, Hiroshima, Nagasaki, Iwate
    • ¥5,000,000~¥6,000,000

    We are a global technology leader providing cutting-edge process control solutions for the semiconductor industry. Through industry-leading inspection, measurement, and data analysis technologies, we support leading semiconductor manufacturers worldwide in improving yield, productivity, and technological innovation.
    With the spread of AI, data centers, autonomous driving, and IoT, semiconductor manufacturing processes are becoming increasingly sophisticated. We play a crucial role in supporting the quality and reliability of next-generation semiconductors and support global technological evolution. With a global business foundation and an innovative corporate culture, we provide an environment where you can collaborate with leading customers in the industry while engaging with cutting-edge technologies.

    Field engineer responsible for launching new semiconductor manufacturing equipment. You travel to customer factories both in Japan and abroad, handling assembly, connection, adjustment, and commissioning after equipment is delivered. After launch, you hand over to the customer support department and provide performance feedback after operation to overseas engineers.

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  • Technical Sales Representitive

    • Manufacturer, Semiconductor
    • Sales, Account Manager (B2B)
    • Tokyo, Aichi
    • ¥7,000,000~¥13,000,000

    A global semiconductor company headquartered in the United States, providing a broad portfolio of analog and embedded processing products for automotive, industrial and consumer electronics applications. The company develops semiconductor solutions supporting areas such as signal processing, power management and embedded systems, with products used across a wide range of electronic devices and systems.

    You are responsible for deeply understanding the overall market and the needs of your customers. While collaborating with Field Application Engineers (FAE), you aim to maximize sales by discovering new projects and proposing solutions to solve customer challenges. With excellent communication skills, you build collaborative relationships both inside and outside the company, and set and execute strategies for business acquisition as concrete action plans. Additionally, you thoroughly manage progress and build deeper trust with customers through consistent efforts.

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  • Used Car Sales

    • Distribution & Retail
    • Sales, Retail Sales (B2C)
    • Tokyo
    • ¥4,000,000~¥6,000,000

    This company is an official authorized dealer group for premium European vehicles in Japan, primarily operating in the central Tokyo area. Unlike other dealers, they offer very high incentives and also the chance to transfer to the importer. Unlike other dealers, they offer very high incentives and also the chance to transfer to the importer.

    This company is a group of authorized dealers of premium European cars in Japan, operating primarily in central Tokyo. It is a separate organization from the brand's Japanese subsidiary and operates as an authorized dealer under its authorization. Unlike other dealers, the company offers very high incentives and the opportunity to transfer to an importer.


    Join a famous luxury car dealer and support them in their used car sales activities and customer interaction. Younger candidates without automotive experience with a background in B2C are also welcome to apply.

    This is a company with a high reputation as a luxury imported car dealer, responsible for used car sales and customer service. If you have experience in BtoC sales or customer service, we welcome young professionals with no automotive industry experience.

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  • Implementation Support Consultant

    • IT, Software platform
    • Sales, Account Manager (B2B)
    • Tokyo
    • ¥4,000,000~¥6,000,000

    We are a start-up company that introduces technology to an existing industry with a large market in Japan, and develops a platform business to support the efficiency and sophistication of after-sales service in the mobility field. We aim to transform the industry structure and create new value.
    We are developing multiple businesses for individuals and corporations, all of which have completed their initial phases and are now in the phase of scaling up.
    In addition to accelerating the growth of existing businesses, we are continuously working to launch new businesses.
    In the medium to long term, we aim to establish a firm position in this area and grow to become a leading company in Asia.

    You will be responsible for route sales and deep-cultivation sales to maintenance shops and corporate clients. This role emphasizes the stance of "going to meet customers first rather than thinking in front of a PC," gathering real issues on the ground and accelerating service penetration.

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  • Sales Engineer (Electronic Devices Department) | Technical Sales Position (Electronic Devices Department)

    • OTHERS, Trading
    • Electronics, Sales・Service Engineer
    • Osaka
    • ¥5,200,000~¥9,100,000

    Since its founding, it has operated in a wide range of fields including electronic devices, automotive parts, and industrial materials.
    In the Mobility Division, we respond to the transformation of the automotive industry and, amid the progress of electrification and advanced functionality, leverages our network of domestic and international suppliers to handle everything from development and prototyping to mass production. We handle a wide range of products including powertrains, EV-related parts, and interior and exterior components, and through collaboration with the electronic devices division, we enable rapid and flexible proposals. With nearly 60 years of experience in transactions with major automobile manufacturers, we are known for our global procurement capabilities and technical responsiveness.

    As a sales technology manager for EMS electronic components, printed circuit boards, and semiconductor-related products, you will handle product procurement and delivery management, as well as technical collaboration with production sites, quality improvement proposals, and project management. Participate from the customer product development stage, proposing solutions that leverage expertise in production technology and quality assurance.

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  • Drive Space & Government Projects | PMO / Project Manager | National Space × Project | PMO / Project Manager

    • IT, Telecommunications
    • Executive Management, Business planning・Business management
    • Tokyo
    • ¥7,000,000~¥9,000,000

    It is a technology company that utilizes location-based data and cutting-edge technology to solve social issues in areas such as urban planning, disaster prevention and mitigation, mobility, infrastructure, and public policy.
    In collaboration with government agencies, local governments, research institutes, and private companies, we consistently promote projects from analysis to demonstration and social implementation.
    In addition to Japan, we have a track record in multiple countries and regions such as Asia, Europe, North America, and the Middle East, and are expanding our business globally.
    In the future, we will also strengthen our efforts in the defense and security field, aiming to expand our business with a particular focus on the Middle East and West Asia regions.
    It is characterized by an environment where people can take the initiative to engage with themes with great social impact, making use of their expertise.

    This PM/PMO position is responsible for managing overall project progress, organizing key issues, and handling applications and reporting while collaborating with diverse stakeholders such as researchers, companies, and government agencies in national space projects.
    We organize issues from the perspectives of technology, business, and systems, promote projects involving stakeholders, and accelerate research, development, and commercialization in the space sector.

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  • Global Business Development & Project Manager | Overseas New Business Development & Project Manager

    • Manufacturer, Aerospace & Robotics
    • Executive Management, Business planning・Business management, Sales Operations, Sales Planning & Analysis, Business Development & Strategy
    • Tokyo
    • ¥8,000,000~¥11,000,000

    We are a space business support company that promotes the commercialization of space businesses.
    Since our founding, we have continuously accumulated a track record of successful applications in public projects in space utilization and satellite launches, led by government agencies and related organizations.
    In 2021, we were the first domestic company to realize direct contracts with leading overseas space transport operators.
    To date, we have been involved in over 100 satellite projects and have accumulated hundreds of space transportation and mission support projects.
    In recent years, both our business domains and organizations have been in an expansion phase, providing
    services that span the entire space industry value chain, from satellite development support to launches, operations, in-orbit demonstrations, and data utilization.
    Leveraging strong technical understanding and business development capabilities, we are a company challenging business expansion and creating new space utilization needs amid rapidly growing market conditions.

    You will lead the launch of overseas projects and overall project management.

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  • Sales Manager

    • Distribution & Retail
    • Sales, Retail Sales (B2C), Account Manager (B2B)
    • Kanagawa
    • ¥8,000,000~¥12,000,000

    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.

    As head of the sales department, I was responsible for formulating and managing sales plans, analyzing and improving revenue and KPIs, and for developing and managing the sales team. Through strategic promotion and market analysis in collaboration with importers, I contributed to sales growth, improving customer satisfaction, and developing new customers.

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  • Sales Planning Expert

    • Manufacturer, Automotive Parts
    • Executive Management, Business planning・Business management, Sales Planning & Analysis
    • Aichi
    • ¥10,500,000~¥12,500,000

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

    You will lead the formulation and execution of medium-term plans, business plans, and sales plans by collecting and analyzing customer, market, and competitor information, extracting real challenges. We actively participate in activities such as Kyohokai, supporting exchanges among top management and executives, and maintaining contact with many customers and stakeholders. You will also connect stakeholders from the sales, related business divisions, global departments, and HR, accounting, legal, IT, logistics, and other departments across the board to promote the resolution of challenges faced by the General Division.
    As a future leader candidate, you are expected to be gradually involved in concretizing organizational policies, supporting members, and developing human resources.

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  • AD/ADAS Development Strategy Engineer

    • Manufacturer, Manufacturer-Automotive
    • IT, SE(Control, Embedded), Program・Project Management, Business planning・Business management, Product Engineer (Hard/soft)
    • Kanagawa
    • ¥6,000,000~¥10,500,000

    This company is a global technology leader driving major innovation in the rapidly evolving mobility industry. With active development across electrification, autonomous systems, connected services, and software‑defined mobility, the organization is advancing large‑scale digital transformation on a worldwide scale. Employees work in a diverse, international environment where they can take on meaningful responsibility, collaborate across regions, and contribute directly to next‑generation mobility solutions.

    Responsible for development strategies for next-generation autonomous driving (AD) and advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS), leading cross-vehicle adoption of driver assistance and preventive safety technologies. Leveraging expertise in autonomous driving, ADAS, vehicle development, product planning, technology strategy, and project management, collaborate with advanced development and product planning departments to formulate functional concepts and recruitment strategies with an eye toward future mobility. Involved from the planning phase of cutting-edge technologies, this is a highly influential position that shapes the direction of next-generation vehicles deployed in the global market.

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  • SDV Development Strategy

    • Manufacturer, Manufacturer-Automotive
    • Executive Management, Management Planning・Corporate strategy, Business planning・Business management, Product Marketing, Planning, Product Engineer (Hard/soft)
    • Kanagawa
    • ¥4,100,000~¥7,600,000

    This company is a global technology leader driving major innovation in the rapidly evolving mobility industry. With active development across electrification, autonomous systems, connected services, and software‑defined mobility, the organization is advancing large‑scale digital transformation on a worldwide scale. Employees work in a diverse, international environment where they can take on meaningful responsibility, collaborate across regions, and contribute directly to next‑generation mobility solutions.

    This position is responsible for developing SDV (Software Defined Vehicle), which is the core of next-generation mobility, and promotes overall optimization of software and electronic system development. Collaborating with each development department, you will lead the formulation of development roadmaps, budget management, and technical strategy formulation, and also make proposals to management. By being involved in a wide range of fields including SDV, software development, electronic control, technology strategy, business planning, and project management, you will contribute to the creation of development systems and competitiveness that support future mobility, making this a highly influential position.

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