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Job ID : 1538502 Date Updated : May 4th, 2025
Account Manager-Plastics for Automotive

Key Account Manager - Plastics for Automotive

Location Tokyo - 23 Wards
Job Type Permanent Full-time
Salary 7 million yen ~ 10 million yen

Job Description

Our client is seeking an experienced Key Account Manager to join our team in the automotive sector. This role is responsible for managing and growing relationships with key automotive clients, providing tailored solutions, and driving business growth in the automotive market.

Client Details

A global leader in the development and production of high-performance polymers and resins, with over 100 years of industry experience. Founded in North of Europe, it has grown to become a key player in industries such as automotive, electronics, and consumer goods.

Description

  • Account Management: Build and maintain strong relationships with key automotive clients, ensuring customer satisfaction and business growth.
  • Customer Support: Collaborate with internal teams (R&D, production, logistics) to ensure efficient delivery of products and services.
  • Market Analysis: Monitor industry trends and competitor activities, and align strategies with company goals.
  • Negotiation and Contracting: Lead contract negotiations, ensuring profitable agreements while maintaining strong client relationships.
  • Collaboration: Work with cross-functional teams, including sales, marketing, and product development, to implement strategies and solutions that drive growth.

Job Offer

  • Career Growth and Development: Join a well-established global leader with a long history of innovation and stability, offering opportunities for personal and professional growth.
  • Impactful Role: Take ownership of key automotive accounts and work on strategic projects that drive business growth in the automotive sector.
  • Collaborative Work Environment: Work closely with cross-functional teams, including R&D, production, logistics, and marketing, to deliver tailored solutions to clients.
  • Competitive Compensation: Salary based on experience, with potential for performance-based incentives.

To apply online please click the 'Apply' button below. For a confidential discussion about this role please contact Yuka Kawase on +813 6627 6068.

General Requirements

Minimum Experience Level No experience
Career Level Mid Career
Minimum English Level Business Level
Minimum Japanese Level Fluent
Minimum Education Level Bachelor's Degree
Visa Status Permission to work in Japan required

Required Skills

  • Experience: Proven experience in automotive sales or account management, ideally in plastics or polymers.
  • Language: Business-level proficiency in Japanese is required; English is a plus.
  • Skills: Strong communication, negotiation, and relationship-building abilities. Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams.

Job Location

  • Tokyo - 23 Wards

Work Conditions

Job Type Permanent Full-time
Salary 7 million yen ~ 10 million yen
Industry Bank, Trust Bank

Job Category

  • Sales > B2B Sales
  • Chemical, Food and Materials Technology > Pre-Sales, Sales Engineer (Chemical, Food, Textile, Other Materials)