Overseas Sales Representative – Fishing Gear (Shiga, Japan)

■ Position Highlights

• Work Style: Weekends and national holidays off; 125 annual holidays
• Main Duties: Overseas market development, sales strategy planning, and more
• Company Features: Fishing tackle manufacturer with a company-sponsored recreational fishing subsidy

■ Job Description
As an Overseas Sales Representative, you will be responsible for the promotion and sales of fishing gear, lures, apparel, and related products to international markets.

■ Key Responsibilities
1. Overseas Market Research & Development
・Researching trends and demand in global fishing markets
・Analyzing competitors and market share
・Reviewing local regulations and import/export requirements

2. Business Development & Client Negotiation
・Identifying and acquiring new distributors and retail partners
・Maintaining and strengthening relationships with existing clients
・Conducting price negotiations and contractual adjustments

3. Sales Strategy Planning & Execution
・Creating sales strategies tailored to each market’s unique needs
・Planning promotional and marketing initiatives
・Organizing and attending international fishing expos and trade shows

Scope of work: Subject to change based on company needs
 

■ Employment Type
Full-time (Permanent position)
Trial period: 3 months (During this period, base salary may be reduced by up to ¥10,000)

■ Salary & Benefits
・Base Salary: ¥255,000–¥335,000/month
・Monthly Salary: ¥265,000–¥345,000
・Expected Annual Income: ¥3,800,000–¥5,000,000
 *Based on 20 hours of overtime per month. Final offer depends on experience and skills.
・Salary Increase: Yes
・Overtime Pay: Yes

■ Working Hours
・9:00 AM – 6:00 PM (8 hours/day, 1-hour break)
・Average monthly overtime: 20 hours

■ Location
Head Office: 5-22-7 Mano, Otsu-shi, Shiga Prefecture
・Remote work / transfer: None initially
・Smoking Policy: No smoking on premises (designated indoor smoking area available)
・Work location subject to company-assigned offices

■ Holidays & Paid Leave
・Total annual holidays: 125 days
・Days off: Complete 5-day workweek (Saturdays, Sundays, national holidays)
・Other leave:
　Summer vacation
　Year-end and New Year holidays
　Paid vacation (10 days after 6 months of employment)
　Special leave (wedding, bereavement, etc.)
　Maternity and childcare leave (with actual usage record)

■ Benefits & Company Perks
・Work-hour flexibility: Shortened hours available (case-by-case)
・Side jobs allowed
・Training / Support: On-the-job training (OJT)
・Commuting allowance: Yes
・Housing allowance: Not available
・Welfare: Social Insurance (Health, Pension, Employment, Workers’ compensation)
　No corporate pension fund
・Retirement allowance: Yes
・Retirement age: 60
・Bicycle commuting allowed (some restrictions)
・Free dress code (for all employees)
・On-site parking (available to all employees)
・Private fishing subsidy: Up to ¥10,000 reimbursement
・Meal subsidy: ¥10,000/month

■Required Qualifications:
・Proficiency in Microsoft Office software, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
・Ability to communicate in English (beginner to intermediate level or above)

■Preferred Qualifications:
・Sales experience
・Knowledge of international trade operations (e.g., Incoterms, tariffs, customs procedures)
・Fishing experience or familiarity with fishing (ideally with 3+ years of experience)
・Familiarity with fishing-related terminology such as offshore and saltwater fishing, and overseas fishing lures
・Individuals who go fishing weekly or monthly are especially welcome!