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Business Development Manager

Job-title: Business Development Manager
Location: Tokyo
Specialisation: AutomotiveMarketing & Advertising
Salary: 12.0M ~ 16.0M
Reference: IJB2009428
Job-published: September 01, 2026 13:52

​The Business Development Manager role offers the opportunity to drive growth for innovative software products within the automotive technology sector. This position plays an important part in identifying and developing new business opportunities, building a strong sales pipeline, and contributing directly to regional revenue objectives through close collaboration with cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

  • Identify, develop, and progress business opportunities for software products across the region.

  • Contribute directly to revenue growth and achievement of financial objectives.

  • Create and manage a robust sales pipeline through proactive business development activities.

  • Qualify opportunities and support commercial execution to maximise business outcomes.

  • Collaborate closely with Sales, Product, and Finance teams to drive successful market engagement.

  • Articulate the business value of connected vehicle solutions to customers and stakeholders.

  • Influence cross-functional teams to achieve strategic business objectives.

Requirements

  • Extensive understanding of automotive connected vehicle solutions.

  • Ability to articulate the business value of connected vehicle solutions through both written and verbal communication.

  • Ability to influence teams across the organisation to achieve desired business outcomes.

  • Minimum of 5-8 years of business development, sales, or pre-sales experience.

  • Additional experience in hands-on technical development of software and/or hardware.

  • Proficiency in both English and Japanese.

Benefits

  • Remote working available.

  • Full social insurance coverage.

  • Defined contribution pension scheme with company contribution of approximately 8%.

  • Group life insurance.

  • Long-term disability insurance.

  • Employee Assistance Programme (EAP).

  • Commuting allowance and flexible commuting options.

About the Company

A company in the automotive technology industry, this organisation develops software and connected solutions that support the evolution of modern vehicles. Operating on a global scale, it delivers innovative technologies and services to customers across multiple regions, with a strong focus on connected mobility and digital automotive experiences.