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Japan Business Development Manager for e-Mobility is directly responsible for leading Japan sales and business development activities in the company. The role is directly responsible for defining and implementing the strategic plan for further expansion of the company into the Japan market, supporting the company. product development roadmap and reporting to the Japan GM, and works closely with the application engineers.
Job Responsibility:
Leading Japan e-Mobility/Power Electronics, Grid, Academia sales activities
Responsible for Japan sales results
Works with distributors to manage channels
Expand the business in not only e-Mobility but also DC fast charger testing, Battery Management System Testing
Develop and implement individual sales targets and compensation plans
Oversee pilot programs with new customers and new solutions
Managing key accounts, negotiating with main key accounts, understanding key account needs and development opportunities, and effectively aligning key accounts with company’s business roadmaps
Work with external third parties to assess partnering opportunities, identify new opportunities: e-Mobility test equipment manufacturers, EV manufacturers and suppliers both OEM’s and Tier1’s, EV charging station manufacturers, engineering service providers etc.
Build and promote long-term relationships in order to maximize value for our commercial partners
Report to the GM on progress in sales and business development
Requirements:
Minimum 5 years of sales and business development experience in relevant (electrical engineering, power electronics) field
Undergraduate degree or higher in economics proof of exceptional skills in related fields, with practical business development experience
Bilingual – English at business level and Japanese at native level
Strong track record in developing and growing sales in automotive business (car OEM, Tier1, etc.)
Must be self-starter, driven, and growth oriented
Experienced team leader with ability to work as a team with application engineers
Experienced in successfully obtaining results through functional, not hierarchical relationships
Ability to travel domestically with some international travel
Nice to have:
Previous experience in account development or inside B2B sales experience is a plus