Sales Business Development

Miyajima Recruitment; Amsterdam; On-site; EUR 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Miyajima Recruitment is searching for a proactive Sales Representative fluent in Japanese and English to join their team in Amsterdam. You will develop new business opportunities, manage customer relationships, and support the full sales cycle in the European market.

This role includes building relationships with customers, preparing sales documents, and contributing to logistics operations. Applicants should have at least 3 years of sales experience, be detail-oriented, and possess strong communication skills.

The role offers competitive salary and opportunities for travel.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of sales experience in the European market.
• Experience in outside sales, account management and/or order processing.
• Strong business development mindset and ability to execute sales strategies.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain relationships with customers.
• Identify and develop new sales opportunities.
• Prepare quotations, invoices, and manage orders.

Skills

Sales experience in the European market

Fluency in Japanese

Fluency in English

Detail-oriented

Team-oriented communication

Job description

Japanese and English Speaker, Fulltime, Amsterdam

We are seeking a proactive and results-driven Sales Representative to strengthen our presence in the European market. In this role, you will be responsible for developing new business opportunities, managing customer relationships, and supporting the full sales cycle, from prospecting to order fulfilment. As part of a small and dynamic team, you will play a key role in driving growth while maintaining excellent service standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Build and maintain strong relationships with existing and prospective customers through face‑to‑face meetings, email, phone and online platforms.
• Identify and approach new customers to generate and develop sales opportunities across Europe.
• Provide timely and accurate product and service information to customers.
• Prepare quotations, invoices and shipping documentation. Manage orders through to delivery.
• Coordinate with logistics partners and support shipping operations.
• Assist with stock and inventory management.
• Contribute to sales planning, forecasting and market development initiatives.
• Support company growth by taking on additional responsibilities as needed in a small‑team environment.
• Participate in exhibitions and represent the company effectively.

Requirements

• Minimum 3 years of sales experience in the European market.
• Experience in outside sales, account management and/or order processing.
• Fluency in Japanese language and English (mandatory).
• Strong business development mindset with the ability to plan, propose and execute sales strategies.
• Detail‑oriented, punctual, well‑organized and target‑driven.
• Knowledge of logistics processes is an advantage.
• Team‑oriented with strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Valid EU work and residence permit (mandatory).
• Able to commute to the Amsterdam office.

Work conditions

• Competitive salary (negotiable based on experience)
• Opportunities for national and international business travel

If you are interested in this role, please send your CV and cover letter to [e-mail] (Attn: Ms. Yumiko Miyajima), or call [phone] for more information