Key Accounts Manager
Key Accounts Manager
Employee type
Permanent
Salary
Competitive
Category
Sales
Job Description
Key Accounts Manager
Key Accounts Manager position with a leading multinational company in the beverage manufacturing industry.
Main Responsibilities
• Develop and grow the Japanese market.
• Define and implement the marketing strategy and execute commercial growth strategies.
• Build the business from the ground up (A to Z).
• Act as the sole representative of the company in Japan.
• Support long-term business expansion initiatives.
• Maintain close collaboration with international counterparts.
• Build strong relationships while understanding and respecting Japanese culture.
Candidate Requirements
• Industry knowledge is considered a strong advantage (beverage manufacturing. brewing, distilling, malting, other related industries).
• International B2B experience is essential.
• Affinity with agriculture/agri-business is desirable.
Ideal Candidate Profile
• 5 -10 years of experience.
• Key Account Management background.
• Strong professional network.
• Dedicated focus on the Japanese market.
• Fluent in Japanese and English (conversational and business context).
• Willing to travel and relocate to Japan.
Relocation Support
• The company will support the candidate throughout the relocation process.
• Housing assistance will be provided for a defined period, potentially including long-term housing solutions.
Team Structure
• Standalone position.
• Collaboration with other Key Account Managers and other colleagues
Preferred Industry Background
• Beverage Manufacturing
• Brewing
• Distilling
• Malting
• Agriculture / Agribusiness
• Related industries