Business Development Manager
Job Summary
The Business Development Manager will play a central role in organizational management, business planning, and strategy for a major chemical subsidiary. You will drive the commercialization of new business themes while fostering partnerships between Japan and the Chinese market. This role requires technical expertise and the ability to coordinate effectively with headquarters in China.
Responsibilities
- Manage organizational operations and business strategy.
- Commercialize new business development themes.
- Develop and maintain partnerships in the Japanese market.
- Coordinate R&D and market research with Chinese headquarters.
Required Skills
- Degree in Science or Engineering (Materials/Chemistry).
- Experience in chemical industry business planning.
- Fluent Japanese (JLPT N1) and Business Chinese.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
Job Details
### Expected Role
This position involves taking on central roles in business operations, planning, and strategy to foster new business development with a focus toward 2030. You will drive the commercialization of existing initiatives and plan future business themes.
### Job Description
- Develop and promote proprietary technologies based on customer needs in the Chinese market.
- Develop new partner companies in Japan and build/maintain professional relationships.
- Conduct market research on key R&D technologies.
- Support collaboration and coordination with the headquarters in China.
### Business Trips
- Within Japan: Yes.
- To China: Approximately once every 3-4 months (3-5 days per trip).
- Allowance: 8,000 yen/day.
### Work Environment
- Overtime: Almost none.
- Direct commute: Yes.
- Company car provided.
- Pickup service from Shin-Koyasu Station (Morning: 7:30 AM - 10:00 AM / Evening: 4:30 PM - 7:00 PM).
### Job Requirements
- Experience in business planning or new business planning in the chemical industry.
- Graduate of a science and engineering faculty with knowledge of materials or chemistry.
- Experience in sales or market development in China (manufacturer or trading company).
- Strong pioneering, innovative, and logical thinking skills; excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Japanese Level: Fluent (JLPT N1).
- Chinese Level: Business Conversation Level.
### Employment Terms
- Working Hours: 09:00 - 18:00.
- Holidays: 125 days per year (Saturday and Sunday off).
- Contract: Full-time employment with a 3-month trial period.