テクニカルセールスマネージャー/ Technical Sales Manager

A global manufacturing company is looking for a Manager, Technical Sales Japan. The selected candidate will lead technical sales initiatives, drive product development opportunities, support customer projects, and identify new business growth areas. This is a hybrid role.

Responsibilities:

• Serve as the primary technical advisor for customers and sales teams on OEM products and applications
• Drive product improvements, technology evaluations, and development initiatives in collaboration with R&D
• Lead technical feasibility studies, solution proposals, and customer specification negotiations
• Conduct competitive analysis, benchmarking, and patent assessments to support business decisions
• Train sales teams, provide technical documentation, and support quality and product roadmap activities
• Identify and develop new business opportunities, emerging markets, and strategic partnerships

Requirements:

• Master or above in Applied Chemistry, Material Science, specialised for inorganic materials (glass, ceramics, etc.)
• 8 -10 years of experience in development of Materials and/or Products
• Experience in leading development projects and/or technical consulting of customers
• Native level Japanese; proficient in English

Preferred requirements:

• Experience in optical industry is a plus

About the Company:

A global manufacturing company that provides advanced material solutions for a wide range of industries. Its Japan business supports customers through high-quality products, technical expertise, and international innovation.

Keywords:

ビジネス, 営業, セールス, アカウントマネジメント, 求人, 外資系

Job Ref: JHLZBX