Sales Assistant (Japanese Speaking)

Company: Japanese manufacturing company Position: Sales Assistant (Japanese Speaking) Location: Rotterdam Salary: Depending on experience Responsibilities: Handle quotation preparation, order processing, and delivery coordination to support sales operations Leverage CRM platforms like Salesforce to maintain customer records and track engagement Interact with global clients through email, phone calls, and virtual meetings Liaise with teams at the Japanese headquarters and manufacturing sites to align on sales and logistics Contribute ideas to optimize and enhance sales workflows and strategies Develop visual presentations and compile analytical sales reports Assist in organizing and attending international trade shows, including pre-event planning and on-site execution Requirements: Proficient in business-level English; additional language skills such as Japanese, Dutch, or other European languages are advantageous Minimum of 3 years’ experience in sales support or administrative roles is preferred Familiarity with CRM tools like Salesforce is a plus Capable of producing well-structured presentations and analytical reports Enthusiastic about participating in trade fairs and corporate events Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, especially in diverse, multicultural settings Comprehensive training on products, industry knowledge, and sales fundamentals will be provided upon onboarding. Benefits: Bonus available 24 days of paid holiday Overtime pay Pension plan Skill-up training available Monthly gym membership support up to €40 We regret to inform that only shortlisted candidates will be notified. Thank you for your understanding. Job Type: Full-time Pay: €36.000,00 - €41.000,00 per year Ability to commute/relocate: • Rotterdam: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required) Language: • Japanese (Required) Work authorization: • Netherlands (Required) Work Location: In person