Job Description:
Position
Title: Japanese Bilingual Business Development Specialist
Location: Irvine, CA (Onsite)
Classification: Full-Time, Exempt
Work
Schedules:
8:30am - 5:30pm M-F
Reports
to:
President
Summary
This
position represents a premier global manufacturer specializing in advanced
metal forming technologies, including high-precision casting and injection
molding processes. The organization is recognized for delivering complex,
engineered component solutions to a diverse international clientele. The
Business Development Specialist will focus on driving market growth, managing
technical client requirements, and serving as a critical link between local
customers and the organization's global engineering and production resources,
including the headquarters in Japan.
Essential
Duties and Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
efforts to identify and develop new business opportunities; utilize CRM
tools to systematically grow the customer network and expand market
presence.
directly with customers to define project requirements, manufacturing
methods, and component specifications (primarily online but some in-person
visits).
3D CAD models and 2D drawings to interpret customer needs and ensure the
delivery of accurate, competitive project proposals.
with internal engineering teams at the Japan Headquarters and other global
locations to discuss and refine complex project scopes.
manufacturing activities across various group production sites to
successfully establish first orders, including the management of molds and
tooling.
basic metrology instruments and apply knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning
and Tolerancing (GD&T) to evaluate customer component quality.
in-house prototyping processes, specifically metal molding and casting
techniques, to validate and optimize customer designs.
additional duties as required to support the growth and efficiency of the
sales department.
Qualifications
The
ideal candidate is a proactive sales professional with a strong technical
aptitude in metallurgy or precision manufacturing and the ability to navigate a
multicultural corporate environment. There are no specific technical
requirements or previous work experience as long as you are eager to learn new
things.
English and Japanese skills (Japanese: a minimum of conversational
Japanese to communicate verbally with the Japan headquarters).
to interpret 3D CAD models, 2D technical drawings, and GD&T
specifications (Preferred; not required).
experience in industrial sales, specifically within casting, molding, or
precision component manufacturing. (Preferred; not required)
in CRM software and basic metrology equipment. (Preferred; not required)
About Us
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The base pay range listed reflects what we reasonably expect to offer for this role. Actual pay may vary based on location, experience, and performance. Depending on the position, benefits may include medical, dental, and vision coverage; retirement and savings plans; paid holidays and time off; supplemental insurance; and additional wellness or incentive programs.