Sales Manager (Automotive)

TL;DR

Sales Manager (Automotive): Driving business growth and managing key accounts within the Japanese automotive sector with an accent on strategic relationship building and value-based solution selling. Focus on identifying new project opportunities, coordinating cross-functional technical support, and executing the full sales cycle from proposal to contract closure.

Location: Tokyo, Japan (Onsite)

Company

hirify.global is a diversified industrial technology manufacturing company providing innovative solutions for the safe and efficient transfer of electrical energy across industrial, transportation, and electronics markets.

What you will do

• Identify and develop new business opportunities and projects in collaboration with global teams.
• Manage accounts and distributors, including regular customer visits and order coordination.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with Japanese customers both domestically and internationally.
• Analyze market trends and competition to define customer potential and promote sales leads.
• Lead the entire sales process, including strategy development, proposals, and contract negotiations.
• Coordinate technical and sales requirements across internal departments to optimize sales efforts.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering required (MBA is a plus).
• 6–10 years of sales experience in the automotive industry, preferably with J-OEMs or Tier suppliers.
• Fluent Japanese and English communication skills (verbal and written).
• Strong problem-solving, value-selling, and negotiation capabilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Proactive team player mindset.

Culture & Benefits

• Competitive compensation and performance-based incentives.
• Commitment to employee growth, development, and career advancement.
• Inclusive workplace culture guided by core principles of care and ownership.
• Flexible work arrangements and professional development opportunities.