Sales & Purchasing Coordinator (Japanese-speaking)

Nextbeat Singapore Pte. Ltd.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 76,000 - 91,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual Leave

Medical Insurance

AWS

Job summary

Nextbeat Singapore Pte. Ltd. is seeking a Sales & Purchasing Coordinator (Japanese-speaking) to manage restaurant and hotel accounts in Singapore, coordinating with chefs and owners to propose ingredients and food solutions.

The role includes visits to clients, cross-border liaising with Japanese suppliers, and driving growth with strategic planning. The position requires business-level Japanese, flexible hours, and strong relationship skills to support a fast-paced start-up environment in

Qualifications

• Business-level Japanese proficiency to communicate with suppliers and clients in Japan.
• Willingness to work flexible hours, including occasional night-time remote work to support business operations across time zones.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills for building and maintaining client relationships.
• Experience in sales, F&B or food industry, purchasing/procurement, account management or customer service.

Responsibilities

• Manage restaurant and hotel accounts in Singapore, collaborating with chefs and owners to understand needs and recommend ingredients and food solutions.
• Conduct account visits and develop new business opportunities with restaurants, including Michelin-starred establishments.
• Identify client requirements and propose suitable products and ingredients to meet business needs.
• Liaise with suppliers in Japan and Singapore to coordinate orders, procurement and inventory management.
• Coordinate delivery schedules and logistics to ensure timely fulfillment of orders.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with existing accounts via LINE, WhatsApp and other channels.
• Participate in business trips to Japan and potential new target markets.
• Develop mid- to long-term sales strategies to drive growth and improve operational efficiency.

Skills

Japanese proficiency

Interpersonal skills

Flexible hours

Tools

Excel

Word

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Title: Sales & Purchasing Coordinator (Japanese-speaking)

Monthly Salary: UP to $7,500 (Negotiable)

Working Address: Ubi

Working Hours: 44 hour work week

Benefits:

• Annual Leave
• Medical Insurance
• AWS

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Manage restaurant and hotel accounts in Singapore, working closely with chefs and business owners to understand their needs and recommend suitable ingredients, products and food solutions.
• Conduct account visits and develop new business opportunities with restaurants, including Michelin-starred establishments.
• Identify clients' requirements and propose suitable products and ingredients to meet their business needs.
• Liaise with suppliers in Japan and Singapore to coordinate orders, procurement and inventory management.
• Coordinate delivery schedules and logistics to ensure timely fulfilment of orders.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with existing accounts through regular communication via LINE, WhatsApp and other channels.
• Participate in business trips to Japan and potential new target markets.
• Develop mid- to long-term sales strategies and identify opportunities to improve business growth and internal operational efficiency.

Requirements & Qualifications:

Required

• Business-level Japanese proficiency to communicate effectively with suppliers and clients in Japan.
• Willingness to work flexible hours, including occasional night-time remote work to support business operations across time zones.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build and maintain positive client relationships.
• Relevant experience in at least one of the following areas: sales, F&B or food industry, purchasing/procurement, account management or customer service.

Preferred

• Previous experience working or residing in Singapore.
• Business-level English proficiency.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel and Word.
• Interest in the F&B industry, particularly food ingredients.

Who We Are Looking For

Our client places strong emphasis on personality, attitude and the ability to build lasting business relationships. They are looking for someone who:

• Demonstrates active listening skills and can build trust with clients, including chefs with specific and demanding requirements.
• Is adaptable and responsive when handling urgent requests and detailed coordination.
• Thrives in a fast-paced, dynamic start-up environment.
• Is proactive, takes ownership of responsibilities and is motivated to take on new challenges.
• Values a performance-driven environment where contributions and results are recognised and rewarded.