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事業開発マネージャー/ Business Development Manager

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A global leader in marine and offshore classification is looking for a Business Development Manager. The selected candidate will drive business growth by developing client relationships, securing new business opportunities, managing existing accounts, and supporting strategic sales initiatives.

Responsibilities:

  • Contribute to strategic planning through market analysis and industry knowledge
  • Sell services by leveraging the strength of the local affiliate business structure
  • Develop and maintain key client relationships while expanding existing and new business opportunities
  • Prospect for new clients within the assigned market
  • Lead client visit planning and organise meetings with senior management
  • Promote the full portfolio of services and identify cross-selling opportunities
  • Collaborate with internal teams to develop capture strategies, proposals, and pricing
  • Work with technical teams to meet customer requirements
  • Provide market intelligence on business initiatives, market trends, and competitor activities
  • Identify opportunities for marketing campaigns that support sales growth
  • Prepare sales reports and maintain accurate CRM records
  • Forecast sales targets and monitor account performance

Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in business/quality-related experience
  • More than 5 years of experience in the industry
  • Experience in the manufacturing and/or technical service industry
  • Proven sales leadership experience
  • Strong business development and sales skills
  • Proficiency in preparing presentations, communications, and using CRM and business platforms
  • Familiarity with management systems or the ability to learn new systems quickly
  • Ability to develop a working knowledge of company rules, guides, statutory regulations, related instructions, and employee safety policies

Preferred requirements:

  • Familiarity with management systems

About the Company:

A globally recognised organisation specialising in marine and offshore classification, engineering and safety assurance, it supports the maritime industry with technical expertise, innovation and high standards of operational excellence.

Keywords:

ビジネス開発, 法人営業, アカウントマネジメント, 新規開拓営業, 顧客管理, 技術営業, 市場分析, 営業戦略, 製造業, 求人, 外資系

Job Ref: QNDJXC

Contract Type: Perm

Specialism: Industrial and Automation

Focus: Product Development

Industry: Manufacturing and Production

Salary: ¥10,000,000 - ¥14,000,000 per annum

Workplace Type: On-site

Experience Level: Mid Management

Language: Japanese - Professional working

Location: Kanagawa

Job Reference: QNDJXC-DF4B6557

Date posted: 17 July 2026

Consultant: Peter Swinney