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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  • Business Development Producer

    • Manufacturer, Manufacturer-Automotive
    • Executive Management, Business planning・Business management, Strategic Consultant
    • Tokyo
    • ¥8,000,000~¥13,000,000

    This company is a holding company overseeing the entire group, established in 2021 after changing its name from a business operator. The headquarters is located in Minato-ku, Tokyo, and is mainly responsible for formulating management strategies and allocating resources for the entire group. We entrust specific business activities to subsidiaries and support a wide range of fields including electronics, entertainment, and finance.

    You will provide business development support to the target companies and organizations engaged in business development.

    Details.

  • New Business Planning - Manu/Transportation/Public Sectors | New Business Development - Solutions for Manufacturing/Transportation/Public Sectors

    • Energy & Infrastructure, Energy
    • IT, Program・Project Management, Business planning・Business management, Business Development & Strategy
    • Kanagawa
    • ¥9,300,000~¥12,000,000

    We are a global company that has been operating in Japan for over 125 years. It drives cutting-edge innovation across a wide range of fields, including social infrastructure, space defense technology, and public solutions. With approximately 60,000 employees domestically, we are spreading Japanese-originated technologies and innovations to countries around the world.

    This position leverages image recognition technology, customer base, and sales networks to create new businesses that solve social and industrial issues.

    Details.

  • Corporate Management Business Management | Business Management

    • Manufacturer, Manufacturer-Automotive
    • Executive Management, Management Planning・Corporate strategy
    • Tokyo
    • ¥6,000,000~¥13,000,000

    This company is a holding company overseeing the entire group, established in 2021 after changing its name from a business operator. The headquarters is located in Minato-ku, Tokyo, and is mainly responsible for formulating management strategies and allocating resources for the entire group. We entrust specific business activities to subsidiaries and support a wide range of fields including electronics, entertainment, and finance.

    As a team leader or member, you will collaborate with business headquarters and stakeholders from domestic and overseas group companies to carry out tasks such as analysis, policy planning, and promotion.

    Details.

  • Regional Sales Manager

    • Manufacturer, Semiconductor
    • Sales, Area・Regional Sales, Account Manager (B2B)
    • Tokyo
    • ¥16,000,000~¥20,000,000

    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.

    The primary responsibility of the sales manager is to identify the largest opportunities within a market/ account and match resources to appropriately grow revenue. Understand the customer supply chain, current and future source of revenue, existing and needed backlog.

    Details.

  • Global Enterprise Account Executive (India Expansion) | Overseas Enterprise Sales (India Market)

    • IT, Software platform
    • Sales, Business Development & Strategy, International Sales, Account Manager (B2B)
    • Tokyo
    • ¥10,000,000~¥16,000,000

    To directly solve problems in manufacturing, which accounts for about 20% of Japanese industry, we provide SaaS services and
    have already successfully raised approximately 30 billion yen in funding, making us a rapidly growing company.
    We are a company that is constantly working to create 'new systems' that change the norms of industry, so that everyone involved in manufacturing can fully demonstrate their inherent abilities.


    Starting with a global project driven by a leading Japanese manufacturing client, you will provide value across our Japan headquarters and European offices, verifying customer needs, business practices, and product compatibility to build a winning strategy in the Indian market.
    Rather than simply conducting sales activities locally, you will lead the global transformation of Japan's leading manufacturing industry, and use that expertise as a starting point to shape the Go-To Market in India.

    Details.

  • General Manager for Overseas Bus Sales Strategy

    • Manufacturer, Automotive Parts
    • Executive Management, Business planning・Business management
    • Kanagawa
    • ¥10,000,000~¥14,000,000

    Globally recognized commercial vehicle manufacturer with a long-standing heritage in engineering, manufacturing, and delivering transportation solutions to customers worldwide. With operations spanning over 170 countries and regions, the organization continues to drive innovation in mobility, sustainability, and next-generation vehicle technologies.

    As part of a major strategic transformation, the company is investing heavily in the future of commercial transportation through the expansion of electrified mobility solutions and the creation of a dedicated global bus business.

    Leads the development and execution of the global commercial strategy for the Bus business, with accountability for international sales performance, GTM excellence, product launch governance , and EV business growth. Ensures strategic alignment across markets, drives commercial effectiveness, and positions the business for sustainable growth through both conventional and electric bus solutions.

    Details.

  • Global Enterprise Account Executive (Europe Market) | Overseas Enterprise Sales (Europe Market)

    • IT, Software platform
    • Sales, Business Development & Strategy, International Sales, Account Manager (B2B)
    • Tokyo
    • ¥10,000,000~¥16,000,000

    To directly solve problems in manufacturing, which accounts for about 20% of Japanese industry, we provide SaaS services and
    have already successfully raised approximately 30 billion yen in funding, making us a rapidly growing company.
    We are a company that is constantly working to create 'new systems' that change the norms of industry, so that everyone involved in manufacturing can fully demonstrate their inherent abilities.


    Starting with global projects driven by leading manufacturing clients in Japan, you will provide value across our Japan headquarters and European offices, verifying customer needs, business practices, and product compatibility to build a winning strategy in the European market.
    Rather than simply conducting sales activities locally, you will lead the global transformation of Japan's leading manufacturing industry, using that expertise as a starting point to shape the Go-To-Market in the European market.

    Details.

  • Global Enterprise Account Executive (China Market) | Overseas Enterprise Sales (China Market)

    • IT, Software platform
    • Sales, Business Development & Strategy, International Sales, Account Manager (B2B)
    • Tokyo
    • ¥10,000,000~¥16,000,000

    To directly solve problems in manufacturing, which accounts for about 20% of Japanese industry, we provide SaaS services and
    have already successfully raised approximately 30 billion yen in funding, making us a rapidly growing company.
    We are a company that is constantly working to create 'new systems' that change the norms of industry, so that everyone involved in manufacturing can fully demonstrate their inherent abilities.


    Starting with a China project promoted by a leading Japanese manufacturing client, you will provide value across the Japanese headquarters and local Chinese subsidiaries, verifying customer needs, business practices, and product compatibility to build a winning strategy in the Chinese market.
    Rather than simply conducting sales activities locally, you will lead the global transformation of Japan's leading manufacturing industry, and use that expertise as a starting point to shape the Go-To Market in China.

    Details.

  • CX Director | Customer Transformation Director

    • IT, Software platform
    • Sales, Sales Planning & Analysis, Account Manager (B2B)
    • Tokyo, Aichi, Osaka
    • ¥5,900,000~¥18,000,000

    To directly solve problems in manufacturing, which accounts for about 20% of Japanese industry, we provide SaaS services and
    have already successfully raised approximately 30 billion yen in funding, making us a rapidly growing company.
    We are a company that is constantly working to create 'new systems' that change the norms of industry, so that everyone involved in manufacturing can fully demonstrate their inherent abilities.


    In promoting DX in manufacturing, you will be engaged in consulting and support for data utilization to solve clients' business challenges and drive business growth.

    Details.

  • Customer Success Manager (Department Head) / Logistics DX Systems Division | Customer Success Manager (Department Head Candidate) / Logistics DX Systems Division

    • Logistics & Transportation, Logistics, Warehouse, Others
    • Sales, Business Development & Strategy, Account Manager (B2B)
    • Tokyo
    • ¥7,000,000~¥10,000,000

    It is a logistics tech startup operating a matching platform business connecting shippers and shipping companies, as well as a SaaS business supporting operational DX for shippers.
    In the logistics industry exceeding 14 trillion yen, we will transform Japan's logistics by integrating our brand and nationwide sales network with the structure and products of our office business. Future social issues are directly linked to business growth, and this area attracts very high attention from investors and client companies. Due to its high growth potential, many investments from major corporations have been realized.

    You will be responsible for customer success for approximately 400 existing customers who have implemented the system. As a Customer Success Manager (Department Head Candidate), you will personally serve as an account manager while accompanying key clients while taking on strategic design and team leadership across the entire CS organization.

    Details.

  • Account Executive – Location Intelligence AI (B2B Consulting Sales).

    • IT, Telecommunications
    • Consulting, IT Consultant, Operational Consultant, Strategic Consultant, Field App Engineer・Pre-sales Engineer, Account Manager (B2B)
    • Tokyo
    • ¥6,000,000~¥12,000,000

    We are a technology company that leverages location data and advanced technologies to address social issues in areas such as urban planning, disaster prevention and mitigation, mobility, infrastructure, and public policy.
    We collaborate with government agencies, local governments, research institutions, and private companies to consistently promote projects from analysis to demonstration and social implementation.
    In addition to Japan, we have a track record in multiple countries and regions including Asia, Europe, North America, and the Middle East, expanding our business globally.
    Going forward, we will strengthen our efforts in the defense and security sectors, aiming to expand our business with a particular focus on the Middle East and West Asia regions.
    It is characterized by an environment where you can actively engage with topics with significant social impact, leveraging your expertise.

    We are a technology venture company that scientifically analyzes the "movement" (dynamic changes) and "stagnation" (static states) of people and things.
    By pursuing the question of "when, where, and why will it move and stagnate?" it supports decision-making that transforms society by solving major challenges faced by governments and businesses.
    We are recruiting corporate consulting sales positions that deeply understand client challenges and collaborate with consultants and engineers to design and propose optimal solutions.
    We welcome individuals who share this mission of building medium- to long-term business relationships with new and existing customers and solving social issues through client success.

    Details.

  • Supply Chain Coordinator

    • Manufacturer, Electrical & Electronic
    • Supply Chain Management, Logistics Operation, SCM, Account Manager (B2B)
    • Ibaraki
    • ¥5,000,000~¥7,000,000

    This company is a global automotive technology supplier specializing in advanced sensing systems, electrification, and intelligent mobility solutions.
    The company operates internationally with strong R&D capabilities and collaborates with major OEMs to develop next-generation safety and in-cabin technologies.

    In this role, you will act as the main operational interface between automotive customers and internal supply-chain teams.

    You will manage customer orders and demand information, coordinate production and delivery planning, monitor inventory and supply risks, and work closely with manufacturing, procurement, logistics, and sales teams to ensure products are delivered on time.

    Rather than simply processing orders, you will actively identify supply issues, coordinate recovery actions, and help maintain stable customer service levels.

    Details.

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